Horticulture

GENERAL RULES

Southern Plains Extension Unit County Fairs

ALL DEADLINES WILL BE ENFORCED.

      The shows and events of the Nuckolls & Thayer County Fairs will be under the direction of the designated Extension staff and superintendents. The Extension staff and superintendents will make all on-the-spot decisions necessary for the operation of the shows. In case of a complaint or a disagreement with the show, the exhibitor should discuss it with the Extension staff and the superintendent within one hour after the show.  If an agreement cannot be reached, then the exhibitor and/or the Extension staff and superintendent should request a grievance committee meeting. Grievance must be submitted in writing. The grievance committee will consist of two 4‑H Council members, two Fairboard members and one neutral superintendent. The decision reached by this committee is final. 

Rules: 

1. Eligibility Requirements- Competition in the county 4‑H Fair is open to youth who are enrolled in Nuckolls or Thayer County 4‑H projects in which he/she is exhibiting. The youth must be 8 years old on January 1 of the current calendar year and under the age of 19 years of age on January 1 of the current calendar year. CloverKid members are 5-7 years old on January 1 of the current calendar year.

2.  Pre-Entry- Pre-entries are required for ALL fair exhibits.

PRE-ENTRY DEADLINES:

Nuckolls – Paper Entries Only – July 11^th - 4:00 PM

Thayer – Online Entries Only- July 17^{th –} Midnight 

        Absolutely NO late entries accepted!

*Subject to the 4‑H Council policy committee.

3. Number of Entries Allowed.

    Nuckolls County ONLY- Unlimited entries per class numbermay be made per exhibitor with the exception of a limit of two entries per class in Horticulture. 

    Thayer County ONLY- Limit of two entries per class.

    See General Animal Rules for livestock entries.

4. Entry Tags- Exhibits other than livestock contest must have entry tags attached to the exhibit at the time of entry. Tags are printed through your local Extension office.

5. Exhibits Released-See fair schedule. All fair exhibits are expected to be at the fair during scheduled times. Premium and support/booster payments will be forfeited for early removal of show animals with the exception of animals released for the animal’s welfare by written approval from a veterinarian or for legitimate reason with written approval from the species’ superintendent and a representative of the 4‑H council livestock committee. In case of emergencies, contact the office staff. The Extension staff is not responsible for items left at the fairgrounds after scheduled times.

6. Exhibit Space- Space will be assigned by the department superintendent(s). All possible care will be used to prevent loss or injury to articles or animals exhibited, but fair management will in no way be responsible should loss or injury occur. 

7. Disclaimer of Responsibility- All persons participating in the Thayer or Nuckolls County Fairs, either as exhibitors or as spectators, agree to make no claim against said Thayer or Nuckolls County Fair Association/Board, its officers, employees, volunteers, or any other exhibitors for any loss or damage to persons or property in connection with the activities of the Thayer or Nuckolls County Fair and said participants agree to hold said Association and persons harmless from any such claims. Individuals will be held personally responsible for his or her actions and the Fair Association will not be accountable or responsible for any injury. Exhibitors are responsible for the health of their animals.

8. Ribbons & Premiums Awarded- All exhibits will be divided into groups according to merit. 

Purple…………… Excellent             Blue……………………...…Good

Red……………….Fair                     White………Needs Improvement          Rainbow……..Non-Competition

Equal exhibits will be given ribbons of the same color in each class. Only worthy exhibits will be awarded ribbons and/or premium money. Trophies/banners/medals will only be awarded to purple & blue-ribbon exhibits. NO red or white ribbon entries will earn trophies. Unused trophies will be recycled.  In case there are insufficient funds to pay premiums in full, they will be prorated and paid accordingly. 

9. State Fair Eligibility-An exhibitor must be a 4‑H member enrolled in the county which she/he represents and must be 8 years old by January 1, with the exception of program specific age requirements for Shooting Sports and First Lego League. 

10. State Fair Exhibits- The Extension staff deliver many exhibits to the State Fair as a courtesy to exhibitors. However, exhibitors may be asked to arrange transportation of some articles that are large or heavy.

11.  State Fair Rules will apply when County Fair Rules are not adequate.  In case the general rules conflict with department rules, the department rules govern.                      

12. Interview Judging- Clothing Judging- See interview information involving Clothing and Fashion included with the Clothing & Fashion show rules. Static Exhibit-Interview judging is encouraged but not required for all other static exhibits. 4‑Hers can interview once per project for a total of 5 interviews. Sign up for interview judging will occur at exhibit check in, in each of the project areas. Interviews will be scheduled according to the project and class. If the 4‑Her can’t make a certain time, we will try to work with them, but we cannot guarantee that they will get to interview with all the projects they want.   

13. Exhibits entered by 4‑H members with special needs will be marked for the judge’s information only. Families will provide this information.

14. Identification- In addition to entry tag, a label with the exhibitor’s name, item’s department, division, and class should be attached to each separate piece of the exhibit.

15. Scoresheets- Scoresheets used for classes in divisions are listed by the corresponding division or class. PLEASE NOTE: County Fair scoresheets are denoted with CF numbers whereas State Fair scoresheets are denoted with SF numbers. Many county classes will use state fair scoresheets. For example: Heritage scoresheets begin with letters SF therefore will be found on the scoresheet website listed above. If any entire division uses the same scoresheet, the scoresheet number will be listed under the division title.

16.* Classes- All classes with a star (*) after the class number are not eligible for state fair competition.

HORTICULTURE

Limit of 2 entries per class in Horticulture

Premium Code: STATIC ITEMS

The purpose of Horticulture is to encourage participants to start and maintain vegetable and herb gardens. In addition, 4-H members can participate in planting, growing, and caring for flowers and houseplants. 4-H members may also participate in the special gardening project, which changes annually. 

The cultivar or variety name must be included on all entry cards. Failure to identify the cultivar or variety will drop the entry one ribbon placing. Proper identification is the responsibility of the exhibitor not the Extension staff or office personnel. Exhibits entered under an incorrect class number or containing an incorrect number of vegetables will be dropped one ribbon placing.  In classes 252, 255, 268, 269, 285, and 286 do not duplicate entries with the classes listed by using other cultivars or varieties or entry will be dropped 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.

Follow the guidelines in 2013 Selecting and Preparing Vegetables, Herbs, and Fruits for Exhibit when preparing entries for the fair. 

FLORICULTURE

Scoresheet: SF106

Rules:

1. For Floriculture, punch a hole in the top center of entry tag, use a rubber band to securely attach entry tag to containers. 
2. Classes 1-23: Cut Flower and Annuals and Biennials- Five stems of a single variety (cultivar) unless otherwise noted in parenthesis.
3. Classes 30-46: Cut Flower Perennials- Five Stems of a single variety (cultivar) unless otherwise noted in parenthesis.
4. The cultivar or variety name must be included on all entry cards. If potted container with several cultivar or varieties; identify each individually within the pot. Failure to identify the cultivar or variety will drop the entry one ribbon placing. Proper identification is the responsibility of the exhibitor, not the Extension staff or office personnel. 
5. Exhibits entered under an incorrect class number or containing an incorrect number of stems will be dropped one ribbon placing.  In classes 23, 45 & 46, do not duplicate entries from the already listed classes, or entry will be dropped one ribbon placing. For example: 4-H members with two cultivars or varieties of marigolds can only enter the marigold class and cannot enter the other cultivar or variety in any other class. A perennial is defined as a plant of which the crown overwinters. An annual is a plant that grows from seed each season, whether self-seeded or planted by the gardener. A biennial is a plant that germinates, grows, and overwinters as a crown, blooms the following year and dies.  Foliage will be considered when the exhibit is judged. 
6. All three or five stems of cut flowers should be the same cultivar and color, do not mix cultivars and colors. Containers will not be judged; however, they should be clear glass containers that won't tip over and of adequate size to display blooms. No plastic containers allowed. Any exhibit not in a clear glass container will be dropped one ribbon placing.  NO screw on lids or screw on rings and flats may be used. To hold flowers in place it is suggested to use tin foil or a type of plastic wrap with holes poked into it or frog lids. 
7. Follow guidelines in 4-H “Preparing Cut Flowers for Exhibits” 4-H227 (revised 2016) when preparing entries for fair. Free download – https://extension.unl.edu/statewide/southernplains-3/#tab-horticulture-…

FAIRGROUNDS BEAUTIFICATION PLANTER

Scoresheet: SF106

This exhibit is open to all 4-H members; horticulture enrollment is not required. Bring your planter to be checked in with other static entries; do not place on grounds until after judging.

Dept. G  Division 771

Class

66* Fairgrounds Beautification Planter- This may be a livestock protein tub, five-gallon bucket, or other large container used as a planter. The entry will be displayed on the fairgrounds throughout the fair. 

ANNUALS

Scoresheet: SF106

NOTE: Number of specimens vary from FFA rules!

Five stems of a single variety (cultivar) unless otherwise noted. 

Dept G  Division 770

Classes

1    Aster

2    Bachelor Buttons

3    Bells of Ireland

4    Browallia

5    Calendula

6    Celosia (crested or plume) (three stems)

7    Cosmos

8    Dahlia

9    Dianthus

10  Foxglove

11  Gladiolus (three stems)

12  Gomphrena

13  Hollyhock (three stems)

14  Marigold

15  Pansy

16  Petunia

17  Salvia

18  Snapdragon

19  Statice

20  Sunflower (under 3" diameter- Five stems, three inches or more in diameter- three  stems)

21  Vinca

22  Zinnia

23  Any other annual or biennial- under three-inch diameter- five stems, three inches or more in diameter- three stems (do not duplicate entries in classes 1-22)

PERENNIALS

Scoresheet: SF106

NOTE: Number of specimens vary from FFA rules!

Five stems of a single variety (cultivar) unless otherwise noted.

Dept G Division 770

Classes

30  Achillea/Yarrow

31  Chrysanthemum

32  Coneflower

33  Coreopsis

34  Daisy

35  Gaillardia

36   Helianthus

37   Hydrangea- three stems

38  Liatris- three stems

39  Lilies- three stems (Not Daylilies)

40  Platycodon

41  Rose- three stems

42  Rudbeckia/Black-eyed Susan

43  Sedum

44  Statice

45  Any Other Perennial- under three-inch diameter - five stems, three inches or more in diameter- three stems (do not duplicate entries in classes 30-44)

46  4-H Flower Garden Collection- Of five different cut flowers. Flowers are to be cut not potted. Each flower in the collection should be exhibited with the number specified for classes 1-45. Display in a box or other holder not more than 18" in any dimension. Do not duplicate entries in classes 1-45 with any in the group collection.

EDUCATIONAL EXHIBITS

Dept G Division 770

Classes

50  Flower Notebook- Scoresheet SF100- Exhibit a notebook containing pictures of flowers grown in Nebraska. There must be at least 10 different species of annuals and/or biennials and 10 different species of perennials hardy to Nebraska. Bulbs may be included in a separate section. 4-H’ers may show more than one cultivar of the same species, but they will only count as one species. The notebook must be the result of the current year’s work. Pictures from garden catalogs, hand drawn pictures, or photographs may be used. Each species/cultivar must be labeled with the correct common name and scientific name; the height and spread of the plant and the growing conditions the species prefers. (For example, it needs full sun and dry sandy soil). In addition to this information, bulbs should also be labeled as spring or summer flowering. Give proper credit by listing the sources of pictures and information used. The 4-H member's name, age, county, and years in the project(s) must be on the back of the notebook. 

51  Flower Garden Promotion Poster- Scoresheet SF103- Individual poster promoting flower gardening, size 14" x 22" either vertical or horizontal arrangement. Poster may be in any medium: watercolor, ink, crayon, etc. as long as it is not three-dimensional. Posters using copyrighted material will not be accepted. Entry cards 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. 

52  Educational Flower Garden Poster- Scoresheet SF104- Prepare a poster 14" x 22" x 2" (three-dimensional if needed) either vertical or horizontal arrangement illustrating a skill or project you have done or learned about in a 4-H flowers or houseplant project. One might show a special technique used or equipment incorporated in the garden. Refer to 4-H horticulture project manuals but use your own creativity. Entry cards 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. 

53  Flower Gardening History Interview- Scoresheet SF105- Neatly handwritten or typed account of a gardening history interview whose flower garden has inspired you. Maximum of four pages of text and two pages of pictures (include one picture of the person you interviewed) of their flower 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 on the back of the report cover. 

HOUSEPLANTS

Scoresheet:  SF107

Rules:

1. Container Grown Houseplants- The choice of container and soil quality will be considered in judging. Each houseplant must be identified by listing the names on the entry tag or on a card attached to the container. Houseplants should be grown in the display container for a minimum of six weeks. Plants grown as houseplants must be used. NebGuide G2205 “Guide to Growing Houseplants” and NebGuide G837 “Guide to Selecting Houseplants” 
    https://extension.unl.edu/statewide/southernplains-3/#tab-horticulture-&-floriculture Include a listing of common houseplants. Containers of annual flowers or annual plants (i.e., petunias, geraniums, impatiens) will be disqualified and will not be judged. 
2. Entries in Classes 60-66 must have been designed and are planted by the 4-H member. 
3. Any container plant, (flowering or foliage houseplants, dish gardens, fairy or miniature gardens, desert gardens, or terrariums) shall be in containers no larger than 12” (use inside opening measurement) in any dimension of length or width. No combination of pots may be used. All potted plants are to be in one pot container. Any container grown plant in Classes 60-66 that does not follow these guidelines will be dropped one ribbon placing.
4. Classes 60-65 exhibits must have and provide a saucer to catch drainage water. The 4-H members name, age, county, and years in the project(s) must be on the bottom or back of the container and saucer. 

Dept G  Division 770

Classes

60  Flowering Potted Houseplant(s)- that are blooming for exhibition. Containers may have one or more houseplants in the container. Label name for each plant. Non-blooming plants will be disqualified.

61  Foliage Potted Houseplant- one variety of tropical or cacti or succulent plant. Label with the name of plant.

62  Hanging Basket- of flowering and/or foliage houseplants. Containers may have one or more houseplants in the container. Label with the name for each plant.

63  Dish Garden- an open/shallow container featuring a variety of houseplants excluding cacti and succulents. Label with the name for each plant.

64  Fairy or Miniature Garden- a miniature “scene” contained in an open container and featuring miniature or small, slow growing houseplants. The garden needs to have an imaginative theme and miniature accessories, i.e., bench, fence made from tiny twigs, small shell for a bathtub, etc. Label with the name for each plant.

65  Desert Garden- An open/shallow container featuring cacti and/or succulents grown as houseplants. Label name for each plant.

66 Terrarium- A transparent container, partially or completely enclosed: sealed or unsealed. Label with the name for each plant.

VEGETABLES

Scoresheet: SF108

NOTE: Number of specimens vary from FFA rules!

Rules:

1.   The cultivar or variety name must be included on all entry cards. Failure to do so will drop the entry one ribbon placing.

2.   Proper identification is the responsibility of the exhibitor, not the Extension staff or office personnel. 

3.   Exhibits entered under an incorrect class number or containing an incorrect number of vegetables will be dropped one ribbon placing. In classes 252, 255, 268, 269, 285 and 286 do not duplicate entries with the classes listed by using other cultivars or varieties or entry will be dropped one ribbon placing. For example: 4-Her’s 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.

4.   Follow the guidelines in “Selecting and Preparing Vegetable, Herbs, and Fruits for Exhibit” (revised June 2013) 

(Free Download – http://4h.unl.edu/4hcurriculum/preparingvegetabesherbsandfruit ) when preparing entries for the fair. 

Dept G  Division 773

Classes                                                                       

201   Lima Beans-12

202   Snap Beans-12

203   Wax Beans-12

204   Beets-5

205   Broccoli-2

206    Brussels Sprouts-12

207    Green Cabbage-2

208    Red Cabbage-2

209    Carrots-5

210    Cauliflower-2

211    Slicing Cucumbers-2

212    Pickling Cucumbers-5

213    Eggplant-2

214    Kohlrabi-5

215    Muskmelon/Cantaloupe-2

216    Okra-5

217    Yellow Onions-5

218    Red Onions-5

219    White Onions-5

220    Parsnips-5

221    Bell Peppers-5        

222    Sweet (Non-Bell) Peppers-5

223    Jalapeño Peppers-5

224    Hot (Non-Jalapeño) Peppers-5

225    White Potatoes-5

226    Red Potatoes-5

227    Russet Potatoes-5

228    Other Potatoes-5

229   Pumpkin-2

230    Miniature Pumpkins-(Jack Be Little type)-5

231    Radish-5

232    Rhubarb-5

233    Rutabaga-2

234    Green Summer Squash-2

235    Yellow Summer Squash-2

236    White Summer Squash-2

237    Acorn Squash-2

238    Butternut Squash-2

239    Buttercup Squash-2

240    Other Winter Squash-2

241    Sweet Corn-(in husks)-5

242    Swiss Chard-5

243    Red Tomatoes-(2" or more in diameter) 5

244    Roma or Sauce Type Tomatoes- 5

245    Salad Tomatoes-(under 2" diameter) 12

246    Yellow Tomatoes-(2" or more in diameter) 5

247    Turnips-5

248    Watermelon-2

249    Dry Edible Beans-1 pint

250    Gourds, mixed types- 5

251    Gourds, single variety- 5

252   Any other vegetable- 2, 5 or 12 that doesn't fit in any other class (do not duplicate entries in classes 201-251)

255   4-H Vegetable Garden Collection- Of five kinds of vegetables. Display Garden Collection in a box not more than 24" 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.

256    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" 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).

258*  Best Dressed Veggie- Any decoration added. Use your creativity.

HERBS

Scoresheet: SF108

NOTE: 4-H Number of specimens vary from FFA rules!

         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 glass (not plastic) container of water. Any exhibit not in a clear glass container will be dropped one ribbon placing. NO screw on lids or screw on rings and flats may be used.to hold 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. 

         In classes 269 & 269 do not duplicate entries with the classes listed by using other cultivars or varieties or entry will be dropped one ribbon placing. For example: 4-Her’s with two cultivars or varieties of sage can only enter the sage class and cannot enter the other cultivar or variety in the “any other herb” class. Follow the guidelines in “Selecting and Preparing Vegetable, Herbs, and Fruits for Exhibit” (revised June 2013) Free Download – https://4h.unl.edu/4hcurriculum/preparingvegetabesherbsandfruit

when preparing entries for the fair. 

Dept G  Division 773

Classes

260   Basil-5

261   Dill (dry)-5

262   Garlic (bulbs)-5

263   Mint-5

264   Oregano-5

265   Parsley-5

266   Sage-5

267   Thyme-5

268   Any Other Herb- 5 (do not duplicate entries in classes 260-267) 

269   4-H Herb Garden Display- Of five different cut herbs. Herbs are to be cut NOT potted. Displayed in a box or other holder not more than 18" 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.

FRUITS

NOTE: Number of 4-H specimens vary from FFA rules!

Scoresheet: SF108

      Fruits will be judged by 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. Follow the guidelines in “Selecting and Preparing Vegetable, Herbs, and Fruits for Exhibit” (revised June 2013) Free Download – https://4h.unl.edu/4hcurriculum/preparingvegetabesherbsandfruit

when preparing entries for the fair. 

 Dept G  Division 773

Classes

280  Strawberries (everbearers)- 1 pint

281  Grapes- 2 bunches

282   Apples- 5

283  Pears- 5

284  Wild Plums- 1 pint

285  Other Small Fruit or Berries- 1 pint (do not duplicate entries in classes 280-284)

286  Other Fruits OR Nuts- 5 (do not duplicate entries in classes 280-284)

EDUCATIONAL EXHIBITS

Debt G  Division 773

Classes

290   Garden Promotion Poster- Scoresheet SF103- Individual poster promoting vegetable or herb gardening, size 14" x 22" 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 cards must be attached to the upper right-hand corner. The 4-H member's name, age, full address, county, and years in the project(s) must be on the back of the poster. 

291  Educational Vegetable or Herb Garden Poster- Scoresheet SF104- Prepare a poster 14" x 22" x 2" (3-dimensional if needed) either vertical or horizontal arrangement illustrating a skill or 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. The entry card must be attached to the upper right-hand corner. The 4-H member's name, age, full address county, and years in the project(s) must be on the back of the poster. 

292  Vegetable and/or Herb Gardening History Interview- Scoresheet SF105- Neatly handwritten or typed account of a gardening history interview of someone whose vegetable or herb garden has inspired you. Maximum of 4 pages of text and 2 pages of pictures (including 1 picture of the person you interviewed) of their garden if the individual is still gardening. Protect with a clear report cover. The 4-H members’ name, age, full address, county, and years in the project(s) must be on the back of the report cover. 

293  Vegetable Seed Display- Scoresheet SF101- Each display must include seeds representing the following families: Cucurbit, Brassica (cabbage), Solanaceous (nightshade), and Legume (pea) families, 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" x 24". 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, full address, county, and years in the project(s) must be on the back of the report cover or notebook.

294  World of Vegetables Notebook- Scoresheet SF102- 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 in a clear report cover or three-ring notebook. The 4-H member's name, age, full address, county, and years in the project(s) must be on the back of the report cover or notebook. 

SPECIAL GARDEN PROJECT

2026 Project: Alumia Vanilla Cream Marigold

Youth must be enrolled in the Special Garden Project to exhibit. Fresh cut flowers, herbs or harvested vegetables should be entered in the appropriate class listed above.

Dept. G Division 775 

Classes

1. Special Garden Project- Scoresheet SF109- Educational exhibit based on what was learned from the project. Present information on a poster 14” X 22” 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. 
2. Special Garden Project, Fresh Cut Flowers, or Harvested Vegetables- Scoresheet SF 108 or SF109- The current years’ Special Garden Project fresh cut flowers, herbs or harvested vegetables should be entered in this class. Refer to classes 1-45 for quantity to exhibit if Special Gardening Project is a fresh cut flower.  Refer to classes 201-251 for quantity to exhibit if Special Gardening Project is a vegetable. Flowers and herbs must be cut, not potted.