Re: Iris Shows - Show Biz
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- Subject: Re: Iris Shows - Show Biz
- From: G* S* <g*@loop.com>
- Date: Fri, 23 Jan 1998 21:39:40 -0700 (MST)
Mark, Maureen wrote:
>
> I agree with Griff on most points. I know a number of exhibitors at
> horticultural shows who use many of the methods listed.
>
> On #9, it is not necessary to wedge a branch that toes in if this is
> typical of the variety. The bloom stalk on a show bench is judged
> according to how well it is grown for that particular variety. If the
> variety has buds that typically toe in, no point will be deducted. For
> a variety for which this is not typical, it would be deemed a fault. I
> would think that a wedge would highlight this fault. What do other
> judges think?
>
> Maureen Mark
> Ottawa, Canada
>
I have frequently heard things like "The exhibitor should have
done something to space out the bud/branch from the stalk"
when clerking or judging. Right or wrong, many R 15 judges
disagree with you.
Gerry, intrigued by the question
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