Fiona Fisk, Floral Pavilion co-ordinator said ”Staging a full-scale event in still uncertain times and after a three year absence was always going to bring challenges, but thanks to the unfailing efforts of exhibitors, volunteers and the valued support of the Floral Pavilion judges, we were able to host a successful show which inspired and enthused almost 45,000 people across a dry and bright four days. From incredible floral installations to the spectacular plant nursery displays, lively demonstration stages and lots of great garden advice, feedback for the show has been overwhelmingly positive. As always however, such events are only possible by the coming together many peoples’ ideas, skills and commitment”
Here are some of the winners and the schedules of the competition, judged by 4 of the UK Floristry Judges Guild.
Masterpiece – large-scale exhibits completed by the College’s category
Zodiac – For competitors with more than 3 years in the industry. Create a bridal design to be held in the hand. The design can be constructed in any way you choose. Fresh flowers and plant material must predominate. Accessories may be included. Competitors choosing to design a handtied bouquet should display in water in a vase. To be staged in a niche 60cm wide x 60cm x deep x 85cm high but exhibit may trail over the front of the staging if desired. The Mrs J H C Hodgson Trophy was awarded to the winner.
In Loving Memory – For competitors with more than 3 years in the industry. Design a funeral tribute for a gardener. Fresh flowers and plant material must predominate. Accessories may be included. To be staged on a straight showbench raised 75cm from the ground. Space allowed 100cm wide x 90cm deep. The Bretherick Trophy was awarded to the winner.
Masquerade – Competition for floristry students and others who are at level 3 or below. Design a floral mask for a lavish ball. Fresh flowers and plant material must predominate. Accessories may be included. To be staged in a niche 60cm wide x 60cm deep x 85cm high. Staging painted Johnstone’s Ivory Spray. The Passion Flowers Trophy was awarded to the winner.
Colourful Celebration – Competition for floristry students and others who are at level 2 or below. Design a handtie, suitable, to be given to a medal winner at the 2022 Commonwealth Games, Birmingham. Fresh flowers and plant material must predominate. Accessories may be included. To be staged in a niche 60cm wide x 60cm deep x 85cm high.
Smoothie – Competition for floristry students and others who are at level 3 or below. Design a display for a smoothie bar incorporating fresh fruit, vegetables, flowers & foliage. Accessories may be included but not to dominate. To be staged in a niche 60cm wide x 60cm deep x 85cm high.
North of England Horticultural Society
The Harrogate Flower Shows are organised by the North of England Horticultural Society. All profits from the shows are returned to the charity and used to promote gardening and horticulture in the North of England.
