Growing & Showing

California Garden CLubs, Inc.

Growing & Showing

Flower Shows are important to Garden Clubs for several purposes:

To educate club members and the viewing public
To stimulate interest in horticulture
To provide and outlet for creative expression
To convey to the community the objectives of clubs and NGC

Many garden clubs regularly hold flower shows which conform to high standards to insure a high-quality show with maximun educational opportunity. These shows are called "Standard" Flower Shows.

What is a Standard Flower Show?

The Standard Flower Show is the official title designating a flower show
which conforms to the standards established by National Garden Clubs, Inc. (NGC).

Standard Flower Shows are eligible to apply for the NGC Flower Show Achievement Award. Click here to download the CHecklist for the NGC Flower Show Achievement Award.

The Flower Show Schedule must be written in conformance with NGC standards and guidelines. The schedule must be printed and becomes the Law of the Show. It must be available to the entire membership, not only to those who participate in the show. The schedule is also distributed to the judges and show committee members. Abbreviated schedules may be made available to the public viewing the show.

The size, scope, and type of show are controlled by the schedule in accordance with NGC standards. It must be specific and include all fine points, rules, etc., - details which make our show uniquely suitable for our club. There will be a minimum of two divisions: horticulture (with five classes and at least 20 exhibits) and design (with five classes of at least four exhibits each). A panel of three NGC accredited judges will judge the show according to the Standard System of Awarding.

The Handbook for Flower Shows is our reference book for planning our shows. It looks intimidating with all its rules and regulations but it contains everything necessary to plan, execute, and enjoy a Standard Flower Show. All Flower Show Judges in our club have a current Handbook .

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