Plant Exhibit Competition

 

In view of the latest developments, Hong Kong Flower Show 2020 (including Plant Exhibit Competition) had been cancelled in order to reduce social contacts and the risk of the spread of the novel coronavirus in the community.

RULES OF COMPETITION

 

About the Hong Kong Flower Show

The Hong Kong Flower Show 2020 (the Show) organised by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department will be held in Victoria Park for ten days between 6 March and 15 March 2020. The opening hours of the Show are from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm. The Show features “Bliss in Bloom” as its theme and Hydrangea as its theme flower.

 

Method of Entry

1. The Plant Exhibit Competition comprises 15 sections. No entry fee is required.
2. The number of places in each section is limited. In the event of over-subscription, places will be determined on a first-come-first-served basis.
3. Date of Enrollment:23 December 2019 (Monday) (9:00 a.m.) to 13 January 2020 (Monday)

  • Through electronic enrolment at the website:
    (Enrolment link has been closed)

    OR

  • Download the entry and return the completed entry form in person (during the following office hours) by post or by fax to:

    Secretariat of Show Committee,
    Hong Kong Flower Show 2020,
    11/F, Leisure and Cultural Services Headquarters,
    1–3 Pai Tau Street, Sha Tin.

    Office Hours:
    Monday to Friday  9:00a.m. - 1:00p.m.,
    2:00p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
    (except public holidays)
    Fax. No.: 2691 7264


Type of Competitions

Section

Prospectus and Entry Forms

Plant Exhibit Competition
(Potted Plant Growing and Nursing)
Section
I toVII
Plant Exhibit Competition
(Flower Arrangement)
Section
VIII to X
Plant Exhibit Competition
(School Potted Plant Growing/Nursing and Garden Plot)
Section
XI to XIII
Plant Exhibit Competition
(LCSD Garden Plot)
Section
XIV to XV
(By Invitation)
4. The successful entrants will be notified in writing on or before 10 February 2020 (Mon). The Show Committee will not be responsible for the postal delay due to the incorrect or incomplete correspondence address provided by the applicant.

 

Enquiries

For enquiries, please call 2601 8260.

 

List of Prizes

OPEN SECTION

HONG KONG FLOWER SHOW AWARD (OPEN COMPETITION SECTION)
The award will be presented to the best exhibit of Sections I to VII of the Show

ORCHID AWARD (EXCLUDING CHINESE CYMBIDIUM)
The award will be presented  to the best exhibit in Section I “Orchid (Excluding Chinese Cymbidium)”

CHINESE CYMBIDIUM AWARD
The award will be presented to the best exhibit in Section II “Chinese Cymbidium”

POTTED PLANT AWARD
The award will be presented to the best exhibit in Section III “Potted Plant”

CACTUS AND SUCCULENT AWARD
The award will be presented to the best exhibit in Section IV “Cactus and Succulent”

FOLIAGE AND CARNIVOROUS PLANT AWARD
The award will be presented to the best exhibit in Section V “Foliage and Carnivorous Plant”

AFRICAN VIOLET AWARD
The award will be presented to the best exhibit in Section VI “African Violet”

BONSAI TYPE PLANT AWARD
The award will be presented to the best exhibit in Section VII “Bonsai Type Plant”

FLORAL ARRANGEMENT IN WESTERN STYLE AWARD
The award will be presented to the best exhibit in Section VIII “Floral Arrangement in Western Style”

FLORAL ARRANGEMENT IN ORIENTAL MANNER AWARD
The award will be presented to the best exhibit in Section IX “Floral Arrangement in Oriental Manner”

JOCKEY CLUB SCHOOL SECTION

FLORAL ART BY SCHOOL CHILDREN AWARD
The award will be presented to the best exhibit in Section X “Floral Art by School Children”

HONG KONG FLOWER SHOW AWARD (SCHOOL SECTION)
The award will be presented to the best exhibit of Sections XI to XII of the Show

PRIMARY SCHOOL POTTED PLANT GROWING/NURSING AWARD
The award will be presented to the best exhibit in Section XI “Primary School Potted Plant Growing/Nursing Competition”

SECONDARY SCHOOL POTTED PLANT GROWING/NURSING AWARD
The award will be presented to the best exhibit in Section XII “Secondary School Potted Plant Growing/Nursing Competition”

SCHOOL GARDEN PLOT AWARD
The award will be presented to the best exhibit in Section XIII “School Garden Plot Competition”

INVITATIONAL SECTION

LCSD WESTERN STYLE GARDEN PLOT AWARD
The award will be presented to the best exhibit in Section XIV “LCSD Western Style Garden Plot Competition”

LCSD WESTERN STYLE GARDEN PLOT ENVIRONMENTAL AWARD
The award will be presented to the best exhibit with environmental concept in Section XIV “LCSD Western Style Garden Plot Competition”

LCSD ORIENTAL STYLE GARDEN PLOT AWARD
The award will be presented to the best exhibit in Section XV “LCSD Oriental Style Garden Plot Competition”

LCSD ORIENTAL STYLE GARDEN PLOT ENVIRONMENTAL AWARD
The award will be presented to the best exhibit with environmental concept in Section XV “LCSD Oriental Style Garden Plot Competition”

 

Competition Schedule

The Plant Exhibit Competition (Potted Plant Growing and Nursing) (Section I to Section VII)
Section I  ORCHID (excluding Chinese Cymbidium)

Class NoThemeQuota
P101 Phalaenopsis and Doritaenopsis (alba or semi-alba), 1 clone 105
P102 Phalaenopsis and Doritaenopsis (red or pink), 1 clone
P103 Phalaenopsis and Doritaenopsis (stripes), 1 clone
P104 Phalaenopsis and Doritaenopsis (dots or spots), 1 clone
P105 Phalaenopsis and Doritaenopsis multi-flowers (flower number over 15, flower diameter not exceeding 50mm), 1 clone
P106 Phalaenopsis and Doritaenopsis (novelty or others), 1 clone
P107 Cattleya & allied-hybrids (flower diameter not exceeding 100mm), 1 clone
P108 Cattleya & allied-hybrids (flower diameter exceeding 100mm), 1 clone
P109 Oncidium, miniature, 1 clone
P110 Oncidium (excluding miniature), 1 clone
P111 Oncidium allied-hybrids, 1 clone
P112 Paphiopedilum species (progressive or multi-flower), 1 clone
P113 Paphiopedilum species (single flower), 1 clone
P114 Paphiopedilum hybrids (progressive or multi-flower), 1 clone
P115 Paphiopedilum hybrids (single flower), 1 clone
P116 Dendrobium species, 1 clone
P117 Dendrobium hybrids, 1 clone
P118 Jewel Orchids, 1 pot
P119 Cymbidium (excluding Chinese Cymbidium), 1 clone
P120 Other species or hybrids, 1 clone

Section II CHINESE CYMBIDIUM

Class NoThemeQuota
P201 "Ban Gao", variegated foliage, 1 clone 30
P202 "Zhua" & "Fu Lun", variegated foliage, 1 clone
P203 "He" &" Guan", variegated foliage, 1 clone
P204 "Hu Ban Yi" &"Shu Ban Yi", variegated foliage, 1 clone
P205 Cymbidium goeningii, in flower, 1 clone
P206 Cymbidium sinense, in red flower, 1 clone
P207 Cymbidium sinense, multi petal/multi-lip, in flower, 1 clone
P208 Cymbidium sinense, "Qi Ye" Dwarf type, 1 clone
P209 Other Chinese Cymbidium, 1 clone

Section III POTTED PLANT

(Note: Plants grown on ground then transplanted into pots will be disqualified.)

Class NoThemeQuota
P301 Hyacinth, 1 pot (pot not exceeding 250mm dia.) 165
P302 Kalanchoe, 1 pot (pot not exceeding 250mm dia.)
P303 Begonia, 1 pot (pot not exceeding 250mm dia.)
P304 Hydrangea, 1 pot (pot not exceeding 250mm dia.)
P305 Petunia, 1 pot (pot not exceeding 250mm dia.)
P306 Periwinkle, 1 pot (pot not exceeding 250mm dia.)
P307 Rose, 1 pot (pot not exceeding 250mm dia.)
P308 Impatien, 1 pot (pot not exceeding 250mm dia.)
P309 Any chrysanthemum plant, 1 pot (pot not exceeding 250mm dia.)
P310 Any bulbous plant, 1 pot (pot not exceeding 250mm dia.)
P311 Other flowering potted plant, 1 pot of any flowering potted plants not listed in this section or any plants not listed in other sections (pot not exceeding 300mm dia.)
P312 Flowering plant in hanging basket, 1 pot (hanging basket or pot not exceeding 300mm dia.)

Section IV CACTUS & SUCCULENT

Class NoThemeQuota
P401 Cactus, 1 pot (pot not exceeding 150mm dia.) 100
P402 Cactus, 1 pot (pot exceeding 150mm dia.)
P403 Succulent, 1 pot (hanging basket or pot not exceeding 150mm dia.)
P404 Succulent, 1 pot (hanging basket or pot exceeding 150mm dia.)
P405 Succulent with flowers in hanging basket, 1 pot (hanging basket or pot not exceeding 300mm dia.)
P406 Crist or variegated succulent or cactus, 1 pot (pot not exceeding 300mm dia.)
P407 Cactus, 3 pots (pot not exceeding 150mm dia.)
P408 Succulent, 3 pots (pot not exceeding 150mm dia.)

Section V FOLIAGE AND CARNIVOROUS PLANT

Class NoThemeQuota
P501 Fern, 1 pot 155
P502 Bromeliad, 1 pot (pot not exceeding 300mm dia.)
P503 Other ornamental green foliage plant, green leaves, 1 pot (pot not exceeding 300mm dia.)
P504 Other ornamental variegated foliage plant, non-green leaves, 1 pot (pot not exceeding 300mm dia.)
P505 Other ornamental foliage plant, 1 hanging basket
P506 Foliage plant inside glass bottle, 1 bottle (display of plants in a bottle not exceeding 700mm dia. and 700mm height)
P507 Bottle landscape, 1 bottle (natural plants* with accessories* in a bottle not exceeding 700mm dia. and 700mm height)
P508 Sarracenia spp., 1 pot (hanging basket or pot not exceeding 250mm dia.)
P509 Nepenthes spp., 1 pot (hanging basket or pot not exceeding 250mm dia.)
P510 Other carnivorous plant, 1 pot (hanging basket or pot not exceeding 250mm dia.)

Section VI AFRICAN VIOLET

Class NoThemeQuota
P601 Miniature African Violet, 1 pot (leaf span not exceeding 150mm) 80
P602 Semi-miniature African Violet, 1 pot (leaf span 150mm to 200mm)
P603 Standard African Violet, 1 pot (leaf span over 200mm)
P604 Trailer African Violet, 1 pot (pot not exceeding 200mm dia., containing at least 3 branches from one plant)
P605 Other Gesneriad, 1 pot (pot not exceeding 250mm dia.)
P606 Other trailer Gesneriad, 1 pot (hanging basket or pot not exceeding 250mm dia.)


Section VII BONSAI TYPE PLANT

(The internal dimensions of the pots of all entries in Classes P701-P708 should not exceed 900mm in length; 630mm in width; and 700mm in height.)

Class NoThemeQuota
P701 Flowering Plant, 1 pot  135
P702 Fruit Bearing Plant, 1 pot
P703 Cascade Plant, 1 pot
P704 Foliage Plant, 1 pot
P705 Tree attached to rock(s), 1 pot (Only natural rocks could be used.  Artificial rocks are not allowed.)
P706 Forest (multiple trunks), 1 pot
P707 Reclining Tree, 1 pot
P708 Landscape Bonsai, 1 pot
(Only natural rocks could be used.  Artificial rocks are not allowed.)
P709 Miniature Bonsai, 1 pot

The internal dimensions of the pots should not exceed:
  • For rectangular or oval shape pots
    Length: 200mm Width: 125mm
  • For square or circular shape pots
    Length: 125mm Width: 125mm

 

Rules of Competition
  1. All the entrants must enter the competition in appropriate classes and the Show Committee of the Competition (the Committee) reserves the right to re-classify exhibits into appropriate classes without the need to give prior notification to the entrants.
  2. Entrants are only allowed to enter one exhibit in each class unless otherwise stated.
  3. Exhibits with living creatures will not be accepted.
  4. Entrants are not allowed to act as judges in classes which they have entered.
  5. All entries should be delivered to the showground at any time from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm on 3 March 2020 (Tue).
  6. Late entries will not be accepted.
  7. Size of pots for exhibits of Sections III-VII: the diameter or the longest side of a pot or a pan means the internal measurement taken as near its top as possible. Failure to comply with this rule will lead to disqualification.

 

Notes
  1. Except with the prior approval of the Show Committee, all exhibits must be bona fide property of the entrants and must be put on display throughout the entire show period (3-15 March 2020).
  2. Entrants must ensure that their exhibits remain in a good condition during the show period. Should any exhibit wither to a state that is no longer suitable for display, the Show Committee reserves the right to remove it from the display bench. The entrant can retrieve his/her exhibit on the dates specified in paragraph 10 below.
  3. Participants of Sections V and VII are advised not to use heavy pots and bases (such as marble bases). If the Committee considers that the pot or base is too heavy for the display table, it has the right to request the participant to use a lighter one.
  4. The Committee reserves the right to refuse or withdraw any entry without any explanation.
  5. Entrants will be disqualified for infringement of any rules and regulations.
  6. The Committee will not be liable for any loss or damage caused to any exhibits, competition materials or accessories* due to accident or other reasons.
  7. Awarding of prizes are at the absolute discretion of the judges.
  8. Please note the following ordinances related to plants:
    (a) Under the Protection of Endangered Species of Animals and Plants Ordinance (Cap. 586 of the Laws of Hong Kong), the import, export, re-export or possession of an Appendix I plant species (e.g. slipper orchids) or an Appendix II plant species of live and wild origin, requires a licence issued in advance by the Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department. The import, export or re-export of an Appendix II plant species not from wild origin is also subject to the production of a valid CITES** export permit (or a Phytosanitary Certificate issued by any of the 11 Parties which has endorsement serving as CITES export permit for the export of an artificially propagated Appendix II plant species) and inspection by an authorized officer upon its landing or before export/re-export in Hong Kong.
    (**CITES=Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora)
    (b) As stipulated in the Plant (Importation and Pest Control) Ordinance (Cap. 207 of the Laws of Hong Kong), a Plant Import Licence issued by the Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department and a valid Phytosanitary Certificate issued by an authorized officer of the Plant Protection Services of the exporting country are required for import of plants into Hong Kong. However, plants produced in and imported from any place in China outside Hong Kong are exempted from the licensing control of Cap. 207.
    Note: If exhibit is a plant of the above-mentioned 8 (a) or (b), entrant must attach copy of the required licence or certificate together with the application form for record.
    (c) Under the Forests and Countryside Ordinance (Cap. 96 of the Laws of Hong Kong), damaging any plants in any forest or plantation on government land without lawful authority or excuse is prohibited. Some rare and attractive plants are specifically listed in the Forestry Regulations to control their sale or possession.
    (d) Under the Genetically Modified Organisms (Control of Release) Ordinance (the Ordinance), Cap. 607 of the Laws of Hong Kong, any person who knowingly cultivates seeds (e.g. seeds of pest-resistant GM maize), cut flowers (e.g. violet or blue GM carnation and violet or blue GM rose) or plants (e.g. GM petunia) of unapproved GM plants, or knowingly imports the GM plants or their seeds intended for cultivations in a field or into the open environment, commits an offense. An offender shall be liable upon conviction to a fine of HK$100,000 and to imprisonment for one year.
  9. Each entrant will be given a badge for free admission to the showground for the purposes of putting up, maintaining and retrieving his/her exhibit(s). The above arrangement is not applicable on the Judging Day (i.e. from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm on 4 March 2020 (Wed)). During the show period, free admission to the showground will be limited to the time specified below:
    (a) 9:00 am to 9:00 pm on weekdays
    (b) 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm on Saturdays and Sundays
  10. Entrants can retrieve their exhibits in the following periods:
    Date Time
    16 March 2020(Mon) 9:00 am-9:00 pm
    17 March 2020(Tue) 9:00am-12:00 noon
    Exhibits not claimed after the above periods will be disposed of by the Committee. The Committee will not accept the responsibility for any loss or damage incurred.

  11. The Committee reserves the sole and absolute right to interpret these rules, regulations and conditions; and to settle finally and determine all matters arising out of the Show. The decision of the Committee will be final.
  12. A prize will be awarded to the best exhibit in each section. Certificates will be awarded to the winners of each class. A prize presentation ceremony will be held at Victoria Park during the show period. Prizes will be presented at the ceremony and certificates will be sent to the winners by post after the show.
  13. Results will be announced in the Hong Kong Flower Show website :https://www.hkflowershow.hk

    *Please refer to the part of Definition

 

The Plant Exhibit Competition (Flower Arrangement) (Section VIII to Section X)

Section VIII "Floral Arrangement in Western Style" and Section IX "Floral Arrangement in Oriental Manner"

  • Entrants are allowed to enter one class in each of Section VIII "Floral Arrangement in Western Style" and Section IX "Floral Arrangement in Oriental Manner" and submit no more than one exhibit for each class.
  • Places in each class is limited. Please state your priorities in the Entry Form (please provide both class no. and theme). The Show Committee will allocate the places on a first-come-first-served basis. In the event of over-subscription, the Show Committee will allocate any remaining places in other classes to entrants according to their preference if they miss out on their most preferred choice.
  • All components must be prepared by the entrants.

SECTION VIII FLORAL ARRANGEMENT IN WESTERN STYLE

The background colour is light greyish blue (Pantone reference 7541 U, the actual colour may be slightly different)

Class NoThemeCompetition requirementsQuota
W1 Wonderful Small World
  • A miniature exhibit
  • No accessories* allowed
  • The entire exhibit must not exceed the space allowed:
    Width: 70mm  Depth: 70mm  Height: 100mm
  • Exhibits to be displayed on tablings
 50
W2 Secret Garden
  • No accessories* allowed
  • The entire exhibit must not exceed the space allowed:
    Width: 600mm  Depth: 600mm  Height: 400mm
26 
W3 Happy hour
  • Accessories* allowed
  • The entire exhibit must not exceed the space allowed:
    Width: 600mm  Depth: 600mm  Height: 400mm
 26
W4 Two Become One
  • Accessories* allowed
  • The entire exhibit must not exceed the space allowed:
    Width: 750mm  Depth: 750mm  Height: 600mm
26 
W5 Ravishing Sunset
  • Hydrangea must predominate
  • No accessories* allowed
  • The entire exhibit must not exceed the space allowed:
    Width: 750mm  Depth: 750mm  Height: 1000mm
26
W6 Love and peace
  • Accessories* allowed
  • The entire exhibit must not exceed the space allowed:
    Width: 750mm  Depth: 750mm  Height: 1000mm
26
W7 Beautiful Life
  • A large exhibit
  • Subsidiary placements are permitted
  • Accessories* allowed.  All components to be provided by the entrant
  • The exhibit is to be viewed and judged from three sides
  • The entire exhibit must not exceed the space allowed:
    Width: 1200mm  Depth: 1200mm   Height: 2130mm
  • Exhibits to be displayed on tablings of 100 mm from floor level
  • Maximum of 2 non-participating helpers
12

SECTION IX FLORAL ARRANGEMENT IN ORIENTAL MANNER

The background colour is light greyish blue (Pantone reference 7541 U, the actual colour may be slightly different)

Class NoThemeCompetition requirementsQuota
E1 Winter Music
  • No accessories* allowed.
  • The use of floral foam is not allowed
  • The entire exhibit must not exceed the space allowed:
    Width: 600mm  Depth: 600mm  Height: 400mm
26
E2 Flower Fantasy
  • Accessories* allowed
  • The use of floral foam is allowed
  • The entire exhibit must not exceed the space allowed:
    Width: 600mm  Depth: 600mm  Height: 400mm
26 
E3 Blessings
  • Accessories* allowed
  • The use of floral foam is not allowed
  • The entire exhibit must not exceed the space allowed:
    Width: 750mm  Depth: 750mm  Height: 600mm
26
E4 Melody of Love
  • Hydrangea must predominate
  • Accessories* allowed
  • The use of floral foam is not allowed
  • The entire exhibit must not exceed the space allowed:
    Width: 750mm  Depth: 750mm  Height: 1000mm
26 
E5 Bliss in Bloom
  • No accessories* allowed.
  • The use of floral foam is not allowed
  • The entire exhibit must not exceed the space allowed:
    Width: 750mm  Depth: 750mm  Height: 1000mm
26

Section X JOCKEY CLUB SCHOOL SECTION “FLORAL ART BY SCHOOL CHILDREN”

  • Entry form must be submitted by school. Each school are allowed send a maximum of 6 students to participate in Section X. Entrants are allowed to enter one class and submit one exhibit only. In the event of over-subscription, places will be determined on a first-come-first-served basis.
  • Teachers and parents are not allowed to enter the designated competition areas.
  • All components must be prepared by the entrants.
    The background colour is light yellow (Pantone reference 607 U, the actual colour may be slightly different)
Class NoThemeCompetition requirementsQuota
SH1 Home Sweet Home
  • The entire exhibit must not exceed the space allowed:
    Width: 600mm  Depth: 600mm  Height: 400mm
  • Only open to primary school students; exhibits to be arranged by the participating students
44 
SH2 Pleasant Moment
  • The entire exhibit must not exceed the space allowed:
    Width: 600mm  Depth: 600mm  Height: 400mm
  • Only open to primary school students; exhibits to be arranged by the participating students
SH3 Dream of Youth
  • The entire exhibit must not exceed the space allowed:
    Width: 750mm  Depth: 750mm  Height: 1000mm
  • Only open to secondary school students; exhibits to be arranged by the participating students
SH4 Happy Childhood
  • The entire exhibit must not exceed the space allowed:
    Width: 750mm  Depth: 750mm  Height: 1000mm
  • Only open to secondary school students; exhibits to be arranged by the participating students

 

Rules of Competition
  1. Entrants are required to arrange their exhibits at the showground from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on 3 March 2020 (Tue). Late exhibits are not accepted.
  2. Entrants of all sections need to comply with the following rules:
    (a) An exhibit must be composed of natural plant materials*. No artificial flowers, leaves or other plants are allowed. All components shall be prepared by the entrants.
    (b) Exhibits with living creatures are not accepted.
    (c) The cut ends of all living plant material* must be placed in water or water retaining material with the exception of strong fibrous stems which will remain turgid throughout the show period.
    (d) The exhibit must be within the dimension specified and be confined within the designated space. All measurements are approximate.
    (e) Entrants must comply with any specific requirements of a class.
    (f) Nothing may be attached to the background of the staging.
    (g) No pre-arranged or semi-finished exhibit will be allowed.
    (h) Entrants must arrange their exhibits in the staging area. Entrants and authorized persons are allowed to enter the competition area during the staging time. Other entrants and non-entrants are not allowed to enter that specific area (except with prior approval of the Show Committee). Only authorized person are allowed to enter during judging time. In addition, each entrant of Section X "Floral Art by School Children" is only allowed to arrange one exhibit. Teachers and parents are not allowed to enter the competition area.
    (i) Entrants are not allowed to have other guidance during the competition.
    (j) Entrants must prepare their own tools. Sharing of equipment, tools or materials is not allowed.
    (k) Accessories* are used to emphasize the theme, add colors or create a mood.
    (l) Entrants must pay attention to the kind of plant materials* allowed.
    (m) All exhibits to be staged on tabling provided (780mm from floor level unless otherwise specified). Tabling and background colour is light greyish blue or light yellow.
    (n) During the competition, entrants are not allowed to arrange their exhibits according to prepared layouts or photographs.
    (o) Entrants are not allowed to act as judges in the section which they have entered.
    (p) Entrants must remove all the excess materials on the display table before 6 p.m. on 3 March 2020 (Tue).
    (q) Decision of judges is final.
  3. Please pay attention to the following penalties:
    (a) Failure to comply with any of the requirements set out in items 2(a) to (g) above will lead to disqualification.
    (b) Marks will generally be deducted for failure to comply with any of the requirements set up in items 2(h) to (j) above. A serious breach will lead to disqualification.

    *Please refer to the part of Definition

 

Notes
  1. Except with the prior approval of the Show Committee, all exhibits of Section VIII "Floral Arrangement in Western Style", Section IX "Floral Arrangement in Oriental Manner" and Section X Jockey Club School "Floral Art by School Children" must be put on display throughout the show period from 10 a.m. on 3 March 2020 (Tue) to 9 p.m. of 9 March 2020 (Mon). Exhibits must be bona fide property of the entrants both at the time of entry and during the Show.
  2. Entrants must ensure that their exhibits remain in a good condition during the show period. Should any exhibit wither to a state that is no longer suitable for display, the Show Committee reserves the right to remove it from the display bench. The entrant can retrieve his/her exhibit on the dates specified in paragraph 9 below.
  3. The Committee reserves the right to refuse or withdraw any entry without any explanation.
  4. Entrants will be disqualified for infringement of any rules and regulations.
  5. The Show Committee will not be liable for any loss or damage caused to any flower arrangement exhibits, competition materials or accessories* due to accident or other reasons.
  6. Awarding of prizes are at the absolute discretion of the judges.
  7. Please note the following ordinances related to plants:
    (a) Under the Protection of Endangered Species of Animals and Plants Ordinance (Cap. 586 of the Laws of Hong Kong), the import, export, re-export or possession of an Appendix I plant species (e.g. slipper orchids) or an Appendix II plant species of live and wild origin, requires a licence issued in advance by the Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department. The import, export or re-export of an Appendix II plant species not from wild origin is also subject to the production of a valid CITES** export permit (or a Phytosanitary Certificate issued by any of the 11 Parties which has endorsement serving as CITES export permit for the export of an artificially propagated Appendix II plant species) and inspection by an authorized officer upon its landing or before export/re-export in Hong Kong.
    (**CITES=Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora)
    (b) As stipulated in the Plant (Importation and Pest Control) Ordinance (Cap. 207 of the Laws of Hong Kong), a Plant Import Licence issued by the Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department and a valid Phytosanitary Certificate issued by an authorized officer of the Plant Protection Services of the exporting country are required for import of plants into Hong Kong. However, plants produced in and imported from any place in China outside Hong Kong are exempted from the licensing control of Cap. 207.
    Note: If exhibit is a plant of the above-mentioned 7 (a) or (b), entrant must attach copy of the required licence or certificate together with the application form for record.
    (c) Under the Forests and Countryside Ordinance (Cap. 96 of the Laws of Hong Kong), damaging any plants in any forest or plantation on government land without lawful authority or excuse is prohibited. Some rare and attractive plants are specifically listed in the Forestry Regulations to control their sale or possession.
    (d) Under the Genetically Modified Organisms (Control of Release) Ordinance (the Ordinance), Cap. 607 of the Laws of Hong Kong, any person who knowingly cultivates seeds (e.g. seeds of pest-resistant GM maize), cut flowers (e.g. violet or blue GM carnation and violet or blue GM rose) or plants (e.g. GM petunia) of unapproved GM plants, or knowingly imports the GM plants or their seeds intended for cultivations in a field or into the open environment, commits an offense. An offender shall be liable upon conviction to a fine of HK$100,000 and to imprisonment for one year.
  8. Each entrant will be given a badge for free admission to the showground for the purposes of putting up, maintaining and retrieving his/her exhibit(s). The above arrangement is not applicable on the Judging Day (i.e. from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm on 4 March, 2020 (Wed). During the show period, free admission to the showground will be limited to the time specified below:
    (a) 9:00 am to 9:00 pm on weekdays
    (b) 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm on Saturdays and Sundays
  9. Entrants are required to retrieve their exhibits from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon on 10 March 2020 (Tue).
    (a) Exhibits not claimed after the above period will be put in plastic bags. Entrants can retrieve their exhibits at the marquee at the Central Lawn, Victoria Park (adjacent to the Floral Marquee) during the show period between 12:00 noon on 10 March 2020 (Tue) and 12 March 2020 (Thu).
    (b) Exhibits not claimed after the above periods will be disposed of by the Committee. The Committee will not accept the responsibility for any loss or damage incurred.
  10. The Committee reserves the sole and absolute right to interpret these rules, regulations and conditions; and to settle finally and determine all matters arising out of the Show. The decision of the Committee will be final.
  11. A prize will be awarded to the best exhibit in each section. Certificates will be awarded to the winners of each class. A prize presentation ceremony will be held at Victoria Park during the show period. Prizes will be presented at the ceremony and certificates will be sent to the winners by post after the show.
  12. Results will be announced in the Hong Kong Flower Show website: https://www.hkflowershow.hk

    *Please refer to the part of Definition

 

Jockey Club School Section Plant Exhibit Competition (School Potted Plant Growing/Nursing and Garden Plot) (Section XI to XIII)

  • For all the schools participating in the Section XI ‘Primary School Potted Plant Growing/Nursing Competition’ and the Section XII ‘Secondary School Potted Plant Growing/Nursing Competition’, the number of entries from each participating school is limited to three per class. Irrespective of the number of entries, each school is regarded as one entrant.
  • Only primary schools are eligible to enter Section XIII ‘School Garden Plot Competition’.
  • The Show Committee reserves the right to amend the exhibit/name of the species provided by the entrants in case of misidentification.
  • Exhibits of Sections XI-XIII must be put on display throughout the entire show period (3-15 March 2020).

Section XI PRIMARY SCHOOL POTTED PLANT GROWING/NURSING COMPETITION

Class No.
(SPU & SPN)
DistrictThemeQuota
SPU1 Primary Schools of Hong Kong Island and Kowloon African Violet 300
SPU2 Primary Schools of Hong Kong Island and Kowloon Cactus
SPU3 Primary Schools of Hong Kong Island and Kowloon Fern
SPU4 Primary Schools of Hong Kong Island and Kowloon Foliage Plant
SPU5 Primary Schools of Hong Kong Island and Kowloon Succulent (Except Cactus)
SPU6 Primary Schools of Hong Kong Island and Kowloon Hanging Basket Plant
SPU7 Primary Schools of Hong Kong Island and Kowloon Ornamental Fruit Plant
SPU8 Primary Schools of Hong Kong Island and Kowloon Flowering Plant (other than SPU1 to SPU7)
SPN1 Primary Schools of the New Territories African Violet
SPN2 Primary Schools of the New Territories Cactus
SPN3 Primary Schools of the New Territories Fern
SPN4 Primary Schools of the New Territories Foliage Plant
SPN5 Primary Schools of the New Territories Succulent (Except Cactus)
SPN6 Primary Schools of the New Territories Hanging Basket Plant
SPN7 Primary Schools of the New Territories Ornamental Fruit Plant
SPN8 Primary Schools of the New Territories Flowering Plant (other than SPN1 to SPN7)

Section XII SECONDARY SCHOOL POTTED PLANT GROWING/NURSING COMPETITION

Class No.
(SPU & SPN)
DistrictThemeQuota
SSU1 Secondary Schools of Hong Kong Island and Kowloon African Violet 200
SSU2 Secondary Schools of Hong Kong Island and Kowloon Cactus
SSU3 Secondary Schools of Hong Kong Island and Kowloon Fern
SSU4 Secondary Schools of Hong Kong Island and Kowloon Foliage Plant
SSU5 Secondary Schools of Hong Kong Island and Kowloon Succulent (Except Cactus)
SSU6 Secondary Schools of Hong Kong Island and Kowloon Hanging Basket Plant
SSU7 Secondary Schools of Hong Kong Island and Kowloon Ornamental Fruit Plant
SSU8 Secondary Schools of Hong Kong Island and Kowloon Flowering Plant (other than SSU1 to SSU7)
SSN1 Secondary Schools of the New Territories African Violet
SSN2 Secondary Schools of the New Territories Cactus
SSN3 Secondary Schools of the New Territories Fern
SSN4 Secondary Schools of the New Territories Foliage Plant
SSN5 Secondary Schools of the New Territories Succulent (Except Cactus)
SSN6 Secondary Schools of the New Territories Hanging Basket Plant
SSN7 Secondary Schools of the New Territories Ornamental Fruit Plant
SSN8 Secondary Schools of the New Territories Flowering Plant (other than SSN1 to SSN7)

 

Section XIII SCHOOL GARDEN PLOT COMPETITION

Classs NoThemeQuota
SGP My Dream Home 5
Rules of the Competition
1. All the entrants must enter the competition in the appropriate classes and the Show Committee of the Competition (‘Committee’) reserves the right to reclassify exhibits into appropriate classes without the need to give prior notification to the entrants
2. ‘School Potted Plant Growing/Nursing Competition’ (Section XI and Section XII)
  • Entries must be submitted by schools only.
  • Participating schools may send in their exhibits to the following collection centres from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm on 2 March 2020 (Mon):
    (a) Boundary Street Nursery
    (b) Shatin Sports Ground
    (c) Kwai Chung Sports Ground
    (d) Tuen Mun Tang Shiu Kin Sports Ground
    or to be delivered to the showground from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm on 3 March 2020 (Tue)
  • All planting work must be done by the students themselves
  • The number of entries by each participating school is limited to three per class. Irrespective of the number of entries, each participating school is regarded as one entrant.
  • The diameter of the pot of all the entries should not exceed 300 mm (except for ferns).
3. ‘School Garden Plot Competition’ (Section XIII)
  • Only primary schools are eligible to enter this Competition and entries must be submitted by schools.
  • The area of each school garden plot is 2m x 3m.
  • All the flowers, containers and accessories* are to be provided by the entrants themselves.
  • Artificial flowers and leaves are not allowed.
  • Participating schools are required to construct their garden plots at the showground within the time specified as follows:
    Date Time
    2 March 2020 (Mon) 1:00 pm – 9:00 pm
    3 March 2020 (Tue) 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
4. Exhibits with living creatures will not be accepted.
5. Entrants are not allowed to act as judges in classes which they have entered.
6. Late entries will not be accepted.
7. Size of pots for exhibits of Sections XI and XII: the diameter or the longest side of a pot or a pan means the internal measurement taken as near its top as possible. Failure to comply with this rule will lead to disqualification.
*Please refer to the part of Definition

 

The Plant Exhibit Competition (LCSD Garden Plot) (Section XIV to Section XV)

SECTION XIV LCSD WESTERN STYLE GARDEN PLOT COMPETITION

  • Garden Plots must be built inside the showground.
  • Plot area: 5m x 7m
  • The section is open only to District Leisure Services Offices of the Leisure and Cultural Services Department.
  • Theme: “Bliss in Bloom”
  • Theme flower: “Hydrangea”

SECTION XV LCSD ORIENTAL STYLE GARDEN PLOT COMPETITION

  • Garden Plots must be built inside the showground.
  • Plot area: 5m x 7m
  • The section is open only to District Leisure Services Offices of the Leisure and Cultural Services Department
  • Theme: “Bliss in Bloom”
  • Theme flower: “Hydrangea”
Definition of Terms
(A) Accessory
  • Anything other than natural plant material in an exhibit.
  • Electronic devices and chargers may pose danger in case of short circuit, and are hence not allowed as accessories.
  • Plant material in its natural form can never be an accessory, therefore any number of placements of plant material can be used in an exhibit when accessories are prohibited.
  • Plant material which has been tooled or crafted to resemble non-plant forms , e.g. a bird's nest, a corn dolly, a wooden figurine, is an accessory.
  • Backgrounds, bases, drapes, title cards and containers holding plant material are not accessories and may always be used unless prohibited by the Committee.
(B) Plant Material
1. Natural Plant Material
  • Natural plant material is any vegetable matter.
  • It includes fresh, dried, garden, wild foliage, fruit, fungi, vegetables and seaweed.
    Note: It is acceptable to enhance plant material by the application of oil, milk, wax or other similar products.
2. Additionally Coloured Plant Material
  • Any natural plant material in which the colour or texture is altered by bleach, dye, glitter, paint, varnish etc. may be used unless specifically forbidden by the show schedule.
3. Types of Natural Plant Material
i Fresh plant material
  • Living plants or material cut from living plants.
  • Living plants and cut stem ends must be exhibited in water or water-retaining material. Failure to do this will result in disqualification.
  • Exceptions: Air plants, cacti, fruits, fungi, grass turf, lichen, moss, succulents, vegetables and long-lasting plant material, which will remain turgid for the duration of the Show.
    Note: Lichen and moss, fresh or dried are acceptable in any exhibit.
ii Dried Plant Material
  • Any dried, preserved, bleached, skeletonised, or made-up plant material including basket cane, raffia, seed pods, sisal and spathes.
    Note: Lichen and moss, fresh or dried are acceptable in any exhibit.
iii Driftwood
  • Any bark, branch, wood or root in a dry condition excluding seedpods and spathes.
iv Garden Plant Material
  • Plant material that can be cultivated out of doors.
v Wild Plant Material
  • Plant material that grows uncultivated out of doors.
4. Natural Plant Material is further defined as follows:
i Flower/Bloom
  • A single stem supporting one or more flowers.
    Note: Bracts, catkins, cereals, heads of grass, reedmace, reeds, rushes and sedges at any stage of their development may be used as flowers.
ii Foliage
  • Leaves of any plant.
  • Unopened buds not showing petal colour are acceptable
  • Flowerless bracts of any plant are acceptable as foliage, but should not predominate in exhibits required to feature foliage.
iii Bracts
  • Flower-like bracts or sepals such as anthurium, ballota, clary, euphorbia, hellebore, hydrangea, molucella, poinsettia are acceptable as flowers and/or foliage.
iv Fruit
  • Berries, cones, fruit, fungi, nuts, seed-heads and vegetables.
    Note: Catkins, cereals, heads of grass, reedmace, reeds, rushes and sedges at any stage of their development may be used as fruit.
5. Artificial Plant Material
  • Artificial plant material is realistic or fantasy plant-forms, made wholly or partly from non-plant material. This includes fabric, glass, metal, plastic, plaster, polyester, ribbon, shells, silk, sugar wax etc. which is used as a substitute for natural plant material in an exhibit.
  • ARTIFICIAL PLANT MATERIAL IS NOT ALLOWED.
  • Individual pieces of artificial plant material are not allowed for use as accessories.
  • Artificial plant material or artificial plant forms that are an integral part of a container, base, background or accessory are allowed.
6. Artificial grass turf is not allowed for any purpose (including bases)

Artificial grass turf is not allowed for any purpose (including bases).

The Chinese translation of information relating to “accessory” in (A) and “plant material” in (B) above is for reference only. In case of dispute, the English version shall prevail.

Reference:
National Association of Flower Arrangement Societies. (2015). Competitions Manual (3rded.). Cheltenham: Quorum Print Services Ltd.

Warning and Notes:

Anyone who imports, exports, or re-exports or possesses endangered species scheduled under the Protection of Endangered Species of Animals and Plants Ordinance (Cap. 586) without a valid licence, is liable to prosecution and subject to a maximum fine of HK$5,000,000 and two years imprisonment on conviction.

Under the Forests and Countryside Ordinance (Cap.96), damaging any plants in any forest or plantation on government land without lawful authority or excuse is prohibited. Some rare and attractive plants are specifically listed in the Forestry Regulations to control their sale or possession. The maximum penalties for contravening the Regulations are HK$25,000 fine and one year imprisonment.

Under the Genetically Modified Organisms (Control of Release) Ordinance (the Ordinance), Cap. 607, any person who knowingly cultivates seeds (e.g. seeds of pest-resistant GM maize), cut flowers (e.g. violet or blue GM carnation and violet or blue GM rose) or plants (e.g. GM petunia) of unapproved GM plants, or knowingly imports the GM plants or their seeds intended for cultivations in a field or into the open environment, commits an offense. An offender shall be liable upon conviction to a fine of HK$100,000 and to imprisonment for one year.

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