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DUNVANT
HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY
59th
Annual
Flower Show
at Dunvant Community Centre
on Saturday 19 th August 2017
Vegetables - Flowers - Fruit,
Handicraft - Domestic
Show will be open to the public at 2.15 pm
Admission £1 – Children (under 14) Free
Refreshments available at Scout Hall
Schedules available from the Secretary;
John Roach, Fairwood View, Howells Road, Dunvant, Swansea. SA2 7RR. Tel. 01792-204290
Copy of Schedule also available online at www.dunvanthorticulturalsociety.co.uk

DUNVANT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY
President
Mr. Bernard Daniels (Dunvant)
Vice-Presidents
Mr. Geoff Evans
Mr. & Mrs. R. J. Nettleship
Mrs. Andrea Davies
Chairman
Geoff Phillips
Treasurer
Dave Jones
Secretary
John Roach
Committee
Arthur Duford, Gordon Long,
Terry Harman, Tony Collins. Mrs. Liz Purnell.
Ladies Committee
Mrs. Kath Pearce, Mrs. Vilma Chapman,
Mrs. Val Lewis, Mrs. Barbara Pugsley, Mrs. Wendy John,
Mrs. Liz Purnell.
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DUNVANT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY
RULES AND REGULATIONS 2017
OPEN SHOW
1. The society is established for promoting the cultivation of Vegetables, Fruit,
Flowers and other plants, and is named:-
“THE DUNVANT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY”.
2. All entries to be in the hands of the secretary no later than 10.00 am on Saturday
19 th August 2017. The Hall will be open to receive exhibits from 6.00 pm to 8.00 pm
on the evening prior to the Show, and from 8.0 am to 10.45 am on the morning of the
Show, to enable judging to proceed. Only authorised Officials to remain.
No Exhibit may be removed before 4.30 pm on the day of the Show.
3. Objections to any Exhibit may be made in writing before 4.00 pm, on the day of the
Show, together with a deposit of £1.00 which will be returned if the objection is
sustained.
4. All Exhibits to be grown by the Exhibitor, excepting the Floral Art Classes.
5. The decision of the Judges will be final and they are empowered to withhold prizes
in cases where entries are of insufficient merit.
6. The exhibitors are to provide their own Vases etc.
7. The Cups are for annual competition, cannot be won outright, and must be returned
to the Secretary by 1st August 2018.
8. Points to be awarded in all Sections as follows:-
FIRST
SECOND
THIRD
4 points
3 points
1 point.
9. The presentation of Cups and Awards will take place in the Main Hall, at 4.00 pm,
on the day of the Show.
10. The committee will NOT be responsible for any accidents or injuries to persons
attending the Show, but all reasonable care will be taken.
11. Definition of a ‘Novice : -
‘A person who has not won a prize in any of our previous Shows’
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DUNVANT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY
OPEN CLASSES
SECTION ONE – DAHLIAS
1 3 vases of Dahlias, 3 blooms per vase, 1 cultivar per vase any cultivar.
2 3 Giant Cactus and/or Semi Cactus and/or Large Cactus and/or Giant Decorative
and/or Large Decorative Dahlias.
3 Vase of 3 Medium Cactus and/or Semi Cactus Dahlias.
4 Vase of 3 Small Cactus and/or Semi Cactus Dahlias.
5 Vase 3 Miniture Cactus Dahlias.
6 Vase of 3 Small Decorative Dahlias.
7 Vase of 3 Medium Decorative Dahlias.
8 Vase of 3 Miniature Decorative Dahlias.
9 Vase of 3 Small Ball Dahlias.
10 Vase of 3 Miniature Ball Dahlias.
11 Vase of Mixed Dahlias not exceeding 12 Blooms.
12 Vase of 3 Collerette Dahlias.
13 1 Basket of Dahlias for effect (Not N.D.S. Rules).
14 Vase of 3 Water Lily Dahlias.
15 Vase of 3 Dahlias not listed above.
All Exhibits in Decorative Class May be Formal/Informal.
SECTION TWO – POT PLANTS AND CUT FLOWERS
16 Hanging Basket up to and including 12" (Open Mesh).
17 Hanging Basket up to and including 16".
18 Vase of 3 Chrysanthemum Sprays.
19 Vase of Annuals (one kind-any cultivar).
20 Vase of mixed Flowers – Minimum 2 Species.
21 Vase of Perennials (one kind-any Cultivar) e.g. Dahlias, Roses, Chrysanthemums.
22 Vase of Perennials (mixed).
23 Vase of 6 Spikes of Sweet Peas.
24 Vase of 3 H.T. Roses.
25 Vase of 3 Stems of Floribunda Roses.
26 Vase of 1 Rose – H.T. (vase only).
27 5 Pansies on Board or Vase.
28 1 Single Spike of Gladioli.
29 3 Spikes of Gladioli.
30 Best Pot of Fuchsia not exceeding 6".
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SECTION TWO – POT PLANTS continued……
31 Best Pot of Fuchsia – grown for effect.
32 Best Pot of Fuchsia – Quarter Standard.
33 Best Pot of Fuchsia – Mini-Standard 5" Pot Maximum.
34 Best Pot of Fuchsia – not exceeding 3½" pot.
35 Best 3 Pots of Fuchsia – not exceeding 6" pot.
36 Fuchsia Blooms on Board – to be named.
37 3 Pots of Fuchsias – (3 Cultivars) – not exceeding 3½" pot.
38 1 Pot Plant in Bloom – excluding Fuchsias, Pelargoniums and Orchids.
39 1 Pot of Foliage – except Coleus.
40 3 Pots of Zonal Pelargonium – not exceeding 6" pot.
41 1 Pot of Angel Pelargonium – not exceeding 5" pot.
42 1 Pot of Pelargonium – any size pot.
43 1 Pot of Pelargonium - not exceeding 4½" pot.
44 3 Pots of Dwarf Pelargonium – not exceeding 4½" pot.
45 3 Miniature Pelargoniums – not exceeding 3½" pot.
46 1 Pot of Miniature Zonal Pelargonium – 3½" pot.
47 1 Ornamental Leaf Pelargonium – any size pot.
48 1 Scented Leaf Pelargonium- any size pot.
49 3 Pot Plants – one must be foliage.
50 1 Pot of Orchid - 6” Pot.
51 1 Pot Coleus – any size pot.
52 1 Pot of Flowering Begonia
53 1 Pot of Streptocarpus.
54 3 Pots of Streptocarpus.
55 1 Pot of African Violets – St. Paulia.
56 3 Pots of African Violets – St. Paulia.
57 1 Pot of Bougainvillaea - any size pot.
58 1 Fuchsia and 1 Pelargonium – any size pot.
59 MASTER GARDENERS CLASS:-
1 Pot Plant.
1 Vase of Flowers.
1 Dish of Vegetables – as per Schedule.
60 3 Begonias Blooms on a Board – any cultivar.
61 3 Begonia Blooms on a Board – any one colour.
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DUNVANT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY
SECTION THREE – VEGETABLES
62 Collection of Vegetables – 4 kinds as schedule.
63 6 Runner Beans.
64 6 Pods of Peas.
65 3 Onions.
66 3 Onions under 4lb total weight.
67 3 Onions – under 8oz each.
68 3 Onions – over 8oz each, 3 Onions – under 8oz each, 1 Dish of 6 Shallots.
69 5 Potatoes – white.
70 5 Potatoes – coloured.
71 2 Parsnips.
72 3 Carrots – long
73 3 Carrots – other than long.
74 3 Beetroot – globe.
75 1 Dish of 5 Tomatoes.
76 Best Truss of Tomatoes.
77 Best Truss of Cherry Tomatoes.
78 Pair of Cucumbers.
79 6 Exhibition Shallots
80 6 Pickling Shallots.
81 2 Marrows.
82 2 Leeks.
83 Longest Runner Bean.
84 Dish of any other Vegetable.
85 5 Culinary Apples.
86 5 Dessert Apples.
87 Dish of any Fruit.
88 A selection of 4 Salad kinds – to be named.
SECTION FOUR – NOVICE SECTION
Definition of a ‘Novice’: - ‘A person who has not won a prize in any of our previous Shows’
89 Best Exhibit of Vegetables.
90 Best Exhibit of Flowers.
91 Best Exhibit of Pot Plant.
92 Vase of 3 Dahlias – any one kind.
93 Container of Mixed Dahlias – not to N.D.S. rules.
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DUNVANT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY
SECTION FIVE – CHILDREN
TO BE STAGED BY CHILDREN UP TOP 6 YEARS OF AGE
94 Decorated gingerbread man.
95 Monster or animal made out of fruit and vegetables.
96 Painting of Favourite Flower.
TO BE STAGED BY CHILDREN 7 TO 14 YEARS OF AGE
97 A photograph of my favourite animal.
98 Plate of 6 fairy cakes.
99 Minature Garden in a Seed Tray.
ENTRY FEES FOR CHILDREN ARE FREE
SECTION SIX – FLORAL ART
100 Exhibit to Feature Water & Foliage (no flowers to be used).
101 Exhibit in a Basket to Include Flowers, Foliage, Fruit & Vegetables.
102 Exhibit to Incorporate a Piece of Slate.
Definition of a ‘Novice’: - ‘A person who has not won a prize in any of our previous Shows’
N.B. ENTRIES IN ABOVE CLASSES TO BE WITH THE SECRETARY BY WEDNESDAY
16 th AUGUST 2017. ALCOVES 2’ x 2’ WILL BE PROVIDED FOR THE CLASSES.
103 Miniature Arrangement not exceeding 4" in any direction, height unlimited.
104 Lady’s Spray.
105 Gent’s Buttonhole.
N.B. An exhibit is composed of natural plant material, with or without accessories, contained within
a space specified in the Show Schedule. Backgrounds, bases, containers, drapes, exhibit titles
and mechanics may also be included in an Exhibit, unless otherwise stated. More than one placement
may also be included, unless otherwise stated.
SECTION SEVEN – HANDICRAFTS
106 Best Knitted Article.
107 Best Model or Replica – non-kit form.
108 Best Woodcraft or Metal Work.
109 Best Crocheted Article.
110 Best Embroidered Article.
111 Best Jewellery.
112 Best Cross-Stitch or Tapestry Article.
113 Best Hand-made Article – EXCLUDING ABOVE CLASSES.
114 Best Decorated Ceramic.
115 Photograph of a Local Landmark.
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SECTION EIGHT – DOMESTIC
116 Best Tea-bread/Barabrith.
117 4 Cheese Scones.
118 4 Scones – plain or fruit.
119 Fruit Cake – 2lb Loaf or 8” Round, any recipe.
120 Plate of 6 muffins.
121 6 Welsh Cakes.
122 Plate of 6 Shortbread Biscuits.
123 6 butterfly Cakes.
124 6 Jam Tarts.
125 1 Sponge Sandwich – any size.
126 1 Plate Fruit Tart.
127 6 Cup Cakes Decorated for Effect.
128 1 Quiche – 8".
129 6 Sausage Rolls.
130 6 Savoury Pasties.
131 1 Pot of Jam or Jelly.
132 1 Pot of Marmalade.
133 1 Pot of Lemon/Orange Curd.
134 1 Jar of Chutney.
135 Any Sugar Craft Exhibit.
136 Plate of 6 eclairs.
137 2lb loaf of bread, not machine made.
N.B. Exhibitors may use one artificial accessory, decorative flower and/or leaves.
Remainder of the work to be by the Exhibitor.
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DUNVANT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY
DAHLIAS
FLORAL ART
POT PLANTS
VEGETABLES
DOMESTIC
CUT FLOWERS
HANDICRAFTS
JUDGES FOR 2017
Mr. Graham Carey (Blackwood)
Mrs. Ann Evans (Margam)
Mr. T. G. Harris (Gorseinon)
Mr. Colin Henshaw (Llanelli)
Mrs. Barbara Pugsley (Penclawdd)
Mr. Jim Prosser (Sketty Park)
Mrs. Margaret Williams and
Mr. Bill Morris (Upper Killay)
PRIZE MONEY & ENTRY FEES
Prize Money for all Classes, except as shown below, will be
1 st Prize - £3 2 nd Prize - £2 3 rd Prize - £1
Entry fees will be 20p per entry, except for Classes shown below
Class 1 – 3 Vases of Dahlias
1 st Prize - £10 2 nd Prize £7 3 rd Prize - £4
Entry Fee 40p
Class 60 – Master Gardeners
1 st Prize - £10 2 nd Prize £7 3 rd Prize - £4
Entry Fee 40p
Class 101 – Floral Art
1 st Prize - £15 2 nd Prize £10 3 rd Prize - £5
Entry Fee 40p
Class 119 – Fruit Cake
1 st Prize - £8 2 nd Prize £6 3 rd Prize - £4
Entry Fee 40p
Children’s Classes
1 st Prize - £5 2 nd Prize £3 3 rd Prize - £1
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DUNVANT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY
CUPS & SPECIAL AWARDS 2017
The Joe Jeffery Cup for most points in the Dahlia Section.
The Vera Harris Cup for Best Exhibit in Dahlia Section.
The N.D.S. Silver Medal and Card for Best Exhibit of Dahlias.
The N.D.S. Bronze Medal and Card at Judges discretion.
The Arthur Thomas Memorial Cup For Winner of - Class 1.
The Bob Vicarage Cup for the Best Hanging Basket - Classes 16 or 17.
The Braz Nash Memorial Cup for the Best Exhibit in the Rose Section.
The Cheltenham Chrysanthemum Cup for the Best Exhibit - Class 18.
The Austin Jenkins Cup for the Best Exhibit in the Cut Flowers Section
(excluding Dahlias).
The Honeysuckle Cottage Trophy - Class 23.
The B.P. Oil Cup for the Best Pot of Fuchsia.
The British Fuchsia Society’s Crested Spoon and Blue Ribbon for the Best Exhibit in
Fuchsias.
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The Barbara Jones Cup for Best Pot of Streptocarpus - Class 53/54.
The Edith Vicarage Cup for the Best Pot of African Violets - Class 55/56.
The Granville Evans Memorial Cup for the Best Exhibit of Dwarf Pelargoniums.
The Pamela and Geoff Phillips Cup for the Best Orchid – Class 50.
The Berwyn Jones Memorial Cup for the Best Pot of Pelargoniums - Class 42.
The West Glamorgan Inter- Society Cup for the Best 3 Pots of Zonal Pelargoniums –
Class 40.
The Wessex Cup – Class 34.
The Tom Arnold Cup for the Best Exhibit of Pelargoniums.
The Cwpan Glasnant Cup for the Best Pot Plant in Show.
The Voylart Cup (Onions) – Class 65.
The National Vegetable Society Cup for the Best Exhibit of Shallots.
The Gower Shield for the Best Exhibit in Onions Section.
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The Eva Wolsey Memorial Cup for the Best Exhibit in the Children's Section.
The Blodwen Jeffrey Memorial Bowl for The Best Exhibit in Floral Art – Class 100.
The Judith Rose Cup for the Best Exhibit in Handicrafts Section.
The Ladies Cup for Best Exhibit in Domestic Section.
The Celebration Shield for the Best Fruit Cake – Class 119.
The Barbara Moulson Cup for the Best Sponge – Class 125.
The David Strawbridge Cup for the Master Gardeners’ – Class 59.
The Judith Nettleship Cup for Best in Novice Section.
The Dunvant Community Council Cup for the most points in the Show.
The Ken Roberts Memorial Cup for the Best Exhibit in Show.
The David Alan James Best Pot of Flowering Begonias - Class 52.
The Albert Button Memorial Trophy for 3 Pots of Streptocarpus - Class 54.
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DUNVANT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY
Dunvant Horticultural Society, has over 300 members and is
special in many ways.
Its aim is to fulfil the needs of local people interested in
acquiring knowledge of plant cultivation and care and give
members the opportunity to see and learn what type of
plants and vegetables etc, can be cultivated in their gardens.
This is achieved through the varied Programs it arranges
each year, not only in monthly meetings, but by arranging
visits to various parts of the UK and also Europe (Holland,
Belgium, Germany and France).
Meetings are held on the 2 nd Tuesday of each month,
at 7.30 pm in the Dunvant Community Centre
(all meetings are subject to change)
Annual Membership Fee is £2
Due on 1st September each year
The Society Shop, on Dunvant Square, is Open
every Saturday 9.30am to 11.30am.
(members only).
For further information visit our web site.
www.dunvanthorticulturalsociety.co.uk
If you wish to become a member, call at the Society Shop
on a Saturday morning, or contact the Secretary,
John Roach. Tel: 01792 204290
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DUNVANT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY
Dunvant Horticultural Society
Entry Form
Exhibitor’s No. ......................
Class
No
Entry
Fee
Points
Official Use
Prize Money
Class
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Entry
Fee
Points
Official Use
Prize Money
Enclosed Entry Fees £...........
Name.....................................................................................................
Address..................................................................................................
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Total Points ..............
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