Kids’ Valley Garden

Transporting Flower Arrangements

  • Make sure your exhibit tags are filled in so you won’t be rushed at the last minute.
  • Round up all your arrangements and check them over for damage and wilting.
  • If they show signs of wilting they may simply need a spritz with water or top up the container.
  • If they don’t perk up you may have to recut the stem or replace the plant material that is too far gone. This is why you conditioned some extra flowers!
  • Right before you leave remove most of the water from your arrangement so that it won’t spill all over you or the car.
  • Gently pack your arrangement into a nest of crumpled newspaper in a box that is a bit wider than your arrangement. This will prevent it from tipping over on the way to the show.

  • Once your entries are signed in, tagged and set up give them one last spritz or top up the container and then leave them alone.
  • Remember: there are lots ways to present flowers and yours is just how you wanted it to be.
  • Talk to the other entrants and exchange growing and arranging tips.
  • This is a great chance to learn how to improve your garden with people who share your enthusiasm for plants and vegetables.

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