Projects: Everyone a Gardener, Gardening A, Gardening B, Gardening C, Gardening D, Special Gardening Project
General Instructions: Vegetables
Cultivar & Variety Information: The cultivar or variety name must be included on all entry cards. Failure to identify the cultivar or variety will lower the entry one ribbon placing. Proper identification is the responsibility of the exhibitor, not the Extension staff or office personnel.
Entry Information: Exhibits entered under an incorrect class number or containing an incorrect number of vegetables will be lowered one ribbon placing. In classes 252, 255,268,269,285 and 286 do not duplicate entries from any of the already listed classes or entry will be lowered one ribbon placing. For example: 4-H members with two cultivars or varieties of red tomatoes can only enter the red tomatoes class and cannot enter the other cultivar or variety in any other vegetable class.
Division 773
*Class G773201 Lima Beans (12)
*Class G773202 Snap Beans (12)
*Class G773203 Wax Beans (12)
*Class G773204 Beets (5)
*Class G773205 Broccoli (2)
*Class G773206 Brussels Sprouts (12)
*Class G773207 Green Cabbage (2)
*Class G773208 Red Cabbage (2)
*Class G773209 Carrots (5)
*Class G773210 Cauliflower (2)
*Class G773211 Slicing Cucumbers (2)
*Class G773212 Pickling Cucumbers (5)
*Class G773213 Eggplant (2)
*Class G773214 Kohlrabi (5)
*Class G773215 Muskmelon/Cantaloupe (2)
*Class G773216 Okra (5)
*Class G773217 Yellow Onions (5)
*Class G773218 Red Onions (5)
*Class G773219 White Onions (5)
*Class G773220 Parsnips (5)
*Class G773221 Bell Peppers (5)
*Class G773222 Sweet (non-bell)Peppers (5)
*Class G773223 Jalapeño Peppers (5)
*Class G773224 Hot (non-jalapeño) Peppers (5)
*Class G773225 White Potatoes (5)
*Class G773226 Red Potatoes (5)
*Class G773227 Russet Potatoes (5)
*Class G773228 Other Potatoes (5)
*Class G773229 Pumpkin (2)
*Class G773230 Miniature Pumpkins (5) (Jack Be Little type)
*Class G773231 Radish (5)
*Class G773232 Rhubarb (5)
*Class G773233 Rutabaga (2)
*Class G773234 Green Summer Squash (2)
*Class G773235 Yellow Summer Squash (2)
*Class G773236 White Summer Squash (2)
*Class G773237 Acorn Squash (2)
*Class G773238 Butternut Squash (2)
*Class G773239 Buttercup Squash (2)
*Class G773240 Other Winter Squash (2)
*Class G773241 Sweet Corn (in husks) (5)
*Class G773242 Swiss Chard (5)
*Class G773243 Red Tomatoes (5) (2” inches or more in diameter)
*Class G773244 Roma/Sauce-type Tomatoes (5)
*Class G773245 Salad Tomatoes (12) (under 2” inches in diameter)
*Class G773246 Yellow Tomatoes (5) (2” inches or more in diameter)
*Class G773247 Turnips (5)
*Class G773248 Watermelon (2)
*Class G773249 Dry Edible Beans (1 pint)
*Class G773250 Gourds, mixed types (5)
*Class G773251 Gourds, single variety (5)
*Class G773252 Any Other Vegetable (2, 5 or 12) Do not duplicate entries in classes 201-251
*Class G773255 4-H Vegetable Garden Collection of 5 kinds of Vegetables Display Garden Collection in a box not more than 24 inches in any dimension. Showmanship will be considered in judging, but plastic grass, cotton, figurines, etc. should not be used in exhibit boxes. Each vegetable in the collection should be exhibited with the number specified for individual class (201-252). Do not duplicate entries in classes 201-252 with any in the group collection.
*Class G773256 4-H Cultivar Vegetable Collection Vegetables entered in the collection are five cultivars from a single exhibit; for example, five cultivars of all types of peppers or, squash or, onions or, tomatoes, etc. Display in a box not more than 24 inches in any dimension. Showmanship will be considered in judging, but plastic grass, cotton, figurines, etc. should not be used in exhibit boxes. Each vegetable in the collection should be exhibited with the number specified for individual class (201-252).
General Instructions: Herbs
Herbs (classes 60-69): Herbs will be judged using the same general criteria used for vegetables. Those grown mainly for their seed, such as dill and caraway, should be exhibited on a plate. Those grown for their leaves such as basil, parsley, etc. should be exhibited in a CLEAR GALSS CONTAINER of water (no plastic containers at State Fair). Any exhibit not in a clear glass container will be lowered one ribbon placing. NO SCREW ON LIDS OR SCREW ON RINGS AND FLATS MAY BE USED. To hold herb leaves in place it is suggested to use tin foil or a type of plastic wrap with holes poked into it or frog lids. Potted herb plants will be disqualified and will not be judged.
*Class G773260 Basil (5)
*Class G773261 Dill (dry) (5)
*Class G773262 Garlic (bulbs) (5)
*Class G773263 Mint (5)
*Class G773264 Oregano (5)
*Class G773265 Parsley (5)
*Class G773266 Sage (5)
*Class G773267 Thyme (5)
*Class G773268 Any Other Herb (5) Do not duplicate entries in classes 260-267.
*Class G773269 4-H Herb Garden Display of 5 Different Cut Herbs Herbs are to be cut not potted. Displayed in a box or other holder not more than 18 inches in any dimension. Each herb in the collection should be exhibited with the number specified for classes 260-268. Do not duplicate entries in classes 260-268 with any in the group collection.
General Instructions: Fruits
Fruits will be judged using the same general criteria used for vegetables. Fruit will be judged for the stage of maturity normal for that season and growing location. Emphasis will be placed on how well fruit approaches market quality.
*Class G773280 Strawberries (everbearers) (1 pint)
*Class G773281 Grapes (2 bunches)
*Class G773282 Apples (5)
*Class G773283 Pears (5)
*Class G773284 Wild Plums (1 pint)
*Class G773285 Other Small Fruit or Berries (1 pint) Do not duplicate entries in classes 280-284.
*Class G773286 Other Fruits or Nuts (5) Do not duplicate entries in classes 280-284.
—Educational Exhibits—
*Class G773290 Garden Promotion Poster Individual poster promoting vegetable or herb gardening, size 14 inches x 22 inches either vertical or horizontal arrangement. Poster may be in any medium so long as it is not 3-dimensional. Posters using copyrighted material will not be accepted. Entry card must be stapled to the upper right hand corner. The 4-H member’s name, age, county, and years in the project(s) must be on the back of the poster.
*Class G773291 Educational Vegetable or Herb Garden Poster Prepare a poster 14 inches x 22 inches x 2 inches (3-dimensional, if needed) either vertical or horizontal arrangement illustrating a skill of project the 4-H’er has done or learned about in a 4-H vegetable gardening project. One might show a special technique used or equipment incorporated in the garden (e.g. drip irrigation system, composting, or special techniques learned). Refer to 4-H horticulture project manuals, but use your own creativity. Entry card must be stapled to the upper right hand corner. The 4-H member’s name, age, county, and years in the project(s) must be on the back of the poster.
*Class G773292 Vegetable and/or Herb Gardening History Interview Neatly handwritten or typed account of a gardening history interview of someone whose vegetable or herb garden has inspired you. Maximum of four pages of text and two pages of pictures (include one picture of the person you interviewed) or their garden if the individual is still gardening. Protect with a clear report cover. The 4-H member’s name, age, county, and years in the project(s) must be the back of the report cover.
*Class G773293 Vegetable Seed Display Each display must include seeds representing the following families: Cucurbit, Brassica (cabbage), Solanaceous (nightshade) and Legume (pea), plus representatives from 5 other families. Group the seeds by family and type. Glue seeds or otherwise fasten clear containers of seeds to a board or poster mat board no larger than 22 inches x 24 inches. Label each group and each individual vegetable type with the common and scientific names. Use only one variety or cultivar of each vegetable, except for beans where several examples of beans may be shown. Attach a card to the back of the display explaining why and how it is important to know which vegetables are related and cite references on where the scientific name information was found. The 4-H member’s name, age, county, and years in project(s) must be on the back of the display. Information on vegetable family members can be obtained from you extension office.
*Class G773294 World of Vegetables Notebook Choose a favorite foreign cuisine and learn what vegetables and/or herbs are common to it (e.g. Mexican, African, Chinese, Italian, etc.). Include a report talking about a minimum of five vegetables and/or herbs from each country chosen. Include the scientific and common names; pictures of the plants from your garden or seed catalogs; tell how they are grown; and how the foods are used. Also list a source for buying the seed or plants. Favorite recipes using some or all of the vegetables described may be included. Give proper credit by listing the source of pictures and information used. Protect with a clear report cover or three-ring notebook. The 4-H member’s name, age, county, and years in the project(s) must be the back of the report cover or notebook.
General Instructions: Special Garden Project
Youth must be enrolled in the current years’ Special Garden Project to exhibit.
Division 775
*Class G775001 Special Garden Project Educational Exhibit Educational exhibit based on what was learned from the project. Present information on a poster 14 inches x 22 inches either vertical or horizontal arrangement, or in a clear plastic report cover. The 4-H member’s name, age, and county must be on the back of the poster or report cover.
*Class G775002 Special Garden Project Fresh Cut Flowers or Harvested Vegetables The current years’ Special Garden Project fresh cut flowers or harvested vegetables should be entered in this class. Refer to classes 1-45 for quantity to exhibit if special garden project is a fresh cut flower. Refer to classes 201-252 for quantity to exhibit if special garden project is a vegetable. Flowers and herbs must be cut, not potted.