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| Home |
| Booklet 2008 |
| Winners 2008 |
| Awards 2008 |
| 2008 Gardens Photos |
The purpose of the annual garden competition is to promote excellence in gardening in Edmonton, whether through the use of rare and unusual plants, or in the overall design and effect of a garden, and good horticultural maintenance practices.
The continued enthusiasm and support for this annual event is the result of a small, hardworking team of volunteers. We sincerely appreciate the efforts of everyone involved in the competition, especially the judges, presenters and photographers. Their dedication to the task is inspiring.
Information regarding the competition may be found here on the EHS website or by contacting the Garden Competition Director, Greg Polkosnik at 780-904-9334 or gnarden_gnome@yahoo.ca.
The competition is open to both Society members and non-members; however, only gardens within the Edmonton Metropolitan Area are eligible (30 km. from city limits.). Acreages may enter.
Only amateur gardeners who maintain their own private gardens may enter. The garden must be completely designed and at least 50 percent built by the homeowner. Maintenance must also be carried out by the owner. Gardens that have been professionally designed or constructed or maintained are not eligible to enter. Professional services and labour in tree care and construction of buildings, sidewalks, or retaining walls is permitted (hardscaping).
Competition Guidelines, Judging Criteria and Prizes Category details, Tips for Judging Day, Weed Control Act Glossary are all part of EHS Garden Competion Booklet 2008
Each winner will receive a certificate and a photograph of their garden presented at the EHS meeting on September 29th. First place winners in the Grand Challenge will have their name inscribed on the Grand Challenge Trophy, receive a keepsake plaque, a certificate and an 8” x 10” photo of their winning garden. Other first place winners receive a plaque, second and third place winners will receive a certificate and an 8” x 11” photograph of their front garden. Other prizes, including the Lois Hole Award, may be awarded at the discretion of the judging panel and EHS representatives.
ENTRY DEADLINE: Wednesday, July 9th
JUDGING: Monday, July 14th & Tuesday, July 15th
Winners of this year’s competition may be invited to open their gardens for the EHS Garden Tour at a future date.
AWARDS PRESENTATION: Monday, September 29th 2008.
