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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

The Plant Exhibit Competition comprises 15 sections. No entry fee is required.

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.

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)

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 No	Theme	Quota
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 No	Theme	Quota
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 No	Theme	Quota
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 No	Theme	Quota
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 No	Theme	Quota
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 No	Theme	Quota
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 No	Theme	Quota
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
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. Entrants are only allowed to enter one exhibit in each class unless otherwise stated. Exhibits with living creatures will not be accepted. Entrants are not allowed to act as judges in classes which they have entered. All entries should be delivered to the showground at any time from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm on 3 March 2020 (Tue). Late entries will not be accepted. 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.

Rules of Competition

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.
Entrants are only allowed to enter one exhibit in each class unless otherwise stated.
Exhibits with living creatures will not be accepted.
Entrants are not allowed to act as judges in classes which they have entered.
All entries should be delivered to the showground at any time from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm on 3 March 2020 (Tue).
Late entries will not be accepted.
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

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).
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.
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.
The Committee reserves the right to refuse or withdraw any entry without any explanation.
Entrants will be disqualified for infringement of any rules and regulations.
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.
Awarding of prizes are at the absolute discretion of the judges.

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.

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
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.
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.
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.
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 No	Theme	Competition requirements	Quota
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 No	Theme	Competition requirements	Quota
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 No	Theme	Competition requirements	Quota
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

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.

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.

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

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.
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.
The Committee reserves the right to refuse or withdraw any entry without any explanation.
Entrants will be disqualified for infringement of any rules and regulations.
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.
Awarding of prizes are at the absolute discretion of the judges.

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.

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

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.

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.
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.
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)	District	Theme	Quota
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)	District	Theme	Quota
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 No	Theme	Quota
SGP	My Dream Home	5

Rules of the Competition

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

‘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).

‘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

Exhibits with living creatures will not be accepted.

Entrants are not allowed to act as judges in classes which they have entered.

Late entries will not be accepted.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.*

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.

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 (3^rded.). 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.