Here’s more results from our wonderful show, winner of the best booth, Mrs. Pat Simon Forde
Floral Arrangements Guidelines:
1. Vertical:
An arrangement for a pedestal in colours of your choice. Size: Height 36″ base: 15″
Plant material: Exotics and foliage
Example: Anthurium, Heliconia, Gingers, Sanseviera, Reeds, Bamboo. A base and drape may be used.
2. Triangular:
Size: Height 12-15″ Width: 18 – 20″
Garden flowers: Oleanders, bougainvillas, roses, ixora, pentas Fillers: Fine foliage, spiky blooms, whitehead etc.
3. Assymetrical:
An all Foliage arrangement.
Size: Height: 20″ Width: 25 – 30″
Plant material: Your choice of material:
Crotons, Palm leaves, Dracaena, etc.
Container: Your choice of Low Rectangular Oval or Round
4. “Antiguan Holiday Postcard” Beach scene, scenic, Landscape POSTCARD Colour scheme: Monochromatic
Size overall: No larger than 12″ x 12″ No less than 6″ x 6″ Shape: Your choice.
The arrangement must have:
A Backdrop or Drape and a Base.
5. “STRICTL Y TROPICAL” Gray-green or variegated foliage only Arrange MUST include a wood or stone sculpture
Shape: Using Two (2) containers
Size: Height 36″ x Width 24″
6. Dried Arrangement:
Plant material: Any dried part of any variety of PALM – leaves or seed parts, stems etc. may include other dried material from the garden
Container: Hand made i.e. Clay
Varnish, Spray paint, glitter, gilt may be used.
Show Rules
ANTIGUA BARBUDA FLOWER AND GARDEN SHOW
RULES FOR EXHIBITORS
- POTTED PLANTS
All plants must be the bona fide property of the exhibitor for a minimum of three months.
Presentation is very important, size of the pot, must be in balance with the size of the plant
If plastic pots are used they must be clean of any soil, moss, algae.
Clay or terracotta pots can be presented with typical moss and algae growth that they acquire with age.
All plants must be healthy, well groomed, leaves can be cleaned with water mixed with a little milk and gently wiped with a soft cloth.
Oiling or polishing is not allowed
- VEGETABLES AND FRUIT
Be sure all are in excellent condition and well washed, and attractively displayed, rooted plants can be soaked in cold water to keep fresh throughout the show.
Ground provisions must be scrubbed free of mud washed and dried scrubbed clean with a soft brush.
- CUT FLOWERS, ABHS will provide some containers for display.
All entries must be labeled/ owners name, phone number, and name of the plant, local and botanical name and submitted Friday April 11th from 10 am to 5 pm, we will accommodate on Saturday from 8.30 am to 10 am for cut flowers
Judges decisions are final.
Competition Entry Form
Antigua Barbuda Horticultural Society/ Competition – Saturday April 12th and Sunday April 13th 2014
P.O. W212, St. John’s Antigua Telephone 268 463 2070 725 5507
E. Mail www.antiguahorticulture.com info@antiguahorticultue.com
COMPETITION POTTED PLANTS AND FRUITS AND VEGETABLES MUST BE IN BY Friday April 11th 2014 BETWEEN 10 AM AND 5 PM
ALL OTHER MUST BE IN BETWEEN 8 AM 10 AM April 12th TAKE TO THE
ABHS Home Agave Gardens on Friars Hill Road Opposite the Cotton Station, Dunbars
ENTRY COMPETITION FORM
NAME: …………………………………………………………………………………………….
DAYTIME TEL No: ………………………………………………………………………………………………
| Potted plant/Flower | Potted plant/foliage | Cactus/Succulents | Palm | Fern | FlowerArranging Dry and Fresh plants in containers
Theme attached |
Fruit/Vegetables | Herbs | Cut FlowersOrchids |
Show rules attached
I have read and agree to abide by all the rules governing the Plant Competition
Signed_____________________________________________________
For office Use only
Friends of ABHS Newsletter 1
FRIENDS OF THE AGAVE GARDEN NEWSLETTER Spring 2014
Welcome to the first edition of The Friends’ Newsletter. This will be emailed quarterly to the Friends and those expressing interested in joining this group of special supporters of Antigua’s Agave Garden, home of The Antigua & Barbuda Horticultural Society.
We would like to thank the following new Friends who have recently joined us:
Mr. Peter and Gwen Norton, New York City
Ms. Sharon Senko Academic Arrangements Abroad, New York City
Mrs. Kelsey Sparks, Isanti, Minnesota
Mrs Agi Clark, West Taghkanic, New York
Mr. Patrick Ryan and company, Antigua WI
Application Information to become a Friend to the Agave Gardens is given at the end of the Newsletter. COME AND JOIN US!
BACKGROUND OF THE AGAVE GARDEN
The Government of Antigua and Barbuda presented the strategically located 2 acres of land on Friars Hill Road to The Antigua & Barbuda Horticultural Society in 1982.This gently sloping wooded ground, well placed to attract Antiguans and visitors, was the subject of much discussion by members as to the best way to proceed with development to provide a Centre for the Society and a much-needed garden to demonstrate the great variety of plants and trees in our twin islands and the many facilities which such a garden should offer.
The land was cleared, leaving important growth in situ, and properly fenced thanks to the generous contribution of Patrick Ryan and company and the Horticultural Society.
It was then professionally surveyed so that sites for the required aspects were determined. An attractive gate was constructed and the trademark Agave plants placed outside the perimeter.
Plans were developed for the main building that will house a meeting room, library, greenhouse, shop, bathroom facilities and cafeteria. The structure will be of a traditional West Indian design, to be officially approved, and decorated with all the features, which we historically associate with our architectural heritage.
FINANCING
The Society applied for a GEF small grant, the initial donation of US$25,000, was received earlier this year with an additional $25,00 to complete phase one of the project by year’s end.
This was added to the funds that had accumulated in the bank account over several years, to provide a basis for the development. However, it was made clear that the Society was expected to match this generous donation by raising equivalent funds, and other reasonable stipulations are in place.
The paramount importance of financing is why the participation of the Friends and the increasing of membership are so vital to the project that aims to attract international awareness and support. It is hoped that while many of the Friends may not be resident in Antigua, they will follow events with the Newsletter, address any related queries to the Society, and participate whenever possible. Meanwhile it is aimed to increase the members of the Horticultural Society locally, and it is hoped they will enthusiastically attend regular meetings to deal with ongoing matters and be consulted on all relevant activities.
One requirement of the financial injection by the end of 20l4 is the construction of the basic main building, and this is the dream to become reality of all involved. A young local architect, Mrs. Simone Hadeed, is already working on the preliminary plans.
THE ANNUAL FLOWER SHOW
This is the most important event in the calendar, and the 20l4 event will take place at the Agave gardens on April 12 and 13th the weekend before Easter, admission $10 adults, children free. Give family and friends the gift of a beautiful plant or a membership.
RELATED ACTIVITIES
An indication of the spin-off from the increased awareness of horticulture in Antigua is the fact that Barbara Japal hosted two groups from the exclusive cruise ship Sea Cloud 2 at her own beautiful garden on Lindsay Hill and the garden of another member Mr. Clement Samuel.
This group was participants in a National Trust Tour led by famous author Mr. Patrick Bowe of GARDENS OF THE CARIBBEAN and local ships’ agent Alexander Parrish. This horticultural tour operation will be developed by the society since many discerning cruise passengers, particularly those who are not so young, require more of the environmental tours and garden visits.
Land based visitors too are looking for an added dimension to their stay and
would like to know more about the beautiful flora and landscape around them.
INFORMATION REGARDING HORTICULTURAL QUERIES AND PROBLEMS
The Society aims to provide a “hot line” for queries. It is also concentrating on major problems that arise, such as Lethal Yellowing of our palm trees, which is posing a threat to the very essence of Antigua’s attraction.
Information on progress and new treatments will be posted in the Newsletter.
To become a “Friend” there is a range of annual membership subscription fees as follows: Donate on line info@antiguahorticulture.com or send checks to Antigua Horticultural Society. P.O. Box W212, St. John’s Antigua WI
Corporate: $1000.00
Family: $350.00
Individual: $200.00
Pensioner: $50.00
Child under l5: $20.00
https://www.facebook.com/AntiguaHorticultureSocietyOr telephone 268 725 5507
Please join us!
Antigua Barbuda Horticultural Society, Spring 2014, publishes this Newsletter
Comments and information for inclusion in the next ‘Friends Newsletter should be sent to:
Edna Fortescue ftcarib@candw.ag
Agave Flower
Lethal Yellow redress
Horticultural Society networks to address lethal yellowing
Re printed from the Observer Newspaper
St. John’s Antigua- A non-profit organisation which deals with the protection of the country’s flora and fauna is coming to the aid of the government as it seeks to rid the country of the lethal yellowing disease.
President of the Antigua & Barbuda Horticultural Society Barbara Japal said her organisation is looking at instituting a number of programmes to help create a greater level of awareness.
The group is in the process of connecting with regional bodies to complement the work of the government.
Japal said the Society would be seeking to address the devastating disease by collaborating with other organisations across the region also affected by the virus.
“We have dialogued with horticulture societies in our neighbouring islands – Barbados, St Kitts and Nevis to share their experiences on a weekly basis just to keep us up to date with what’s going on,” Japal said.
She said the Society will also be producing information materials to be made available on its website.
Japal continued that, during the last four decades, outbreaks of lethal yellowing disease have killed most of the once prevalent taller coconut cultivars in parts of Florida and some Caribbean islands.
The president added that while coconuts are the most economically important palms affected by the disease, 35 other palm species are also susceptible to lethal yellowing.
The government, over the past few months, has been moving speedily to tackle lethal yellowing which has the potential to wipe out the country’s coconut industry.
Lethal yellowing results in the premature shedding of fruits and causes the leaf to become yellow, resulting in the plant dying within three to six months of the disease appearing.
The Plant Protection Unit, headed by Dr Janil Gore-Francis, has been tasked with rolling out a management plan to control the disease.
Agave Gardens
2014 Flower and Garden Show
Love where you garden,Green Acres
We are so pleased to show you the garden of Mr and Mrs. Simon, Rose is a long standing member of our society and is a keen gardener and has a beautiful water frontage, she has created several garden rooms.
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Friends of the Society, gift giving.
The long-established Antigua & Barbuda Horticultural Society is now launching a campaign to develop an exciting new base for its activities.
This is The Antigua Agave Garden, strategically located on land donated by the Government on Friar’s Hill Road. The land has been cleared and recently fenced. Plans for the development of a beautiful botanic garden for Antigua are underway. This will be beneficial for the residents of Antigua and become a new tourist attraction for our visitors.
While the Horticultural Society has events throughout the year to raise funds, a project of this nature needs serious financing.
Therefore it has been decided to launch “The Friends of Antigua’s Agave Gardens” to attract the many people who have no time to spare to become members of the Society but who are interested in Antigua’s Horticultural life.
To become a “Friend” there is a range of annual membership subscription fees as follows: Donate on line info@antiguahorticulture.com or checks to
Antigua Horticultural Society.P. O Box W212, St. John’s Antigua
Corporate: $1000.00
Family: $350.00
Individual: $200.00
Pensioner: $50.00
Child under 15: $20.00
Friends will receive an e-mailed newsletter every quarter giving details of upcoming events, useful seasonal tips and news of horticultural activities on the island. In addition there will be a 50% discount on entrance to the Garden and for all events, and for plants, etc., bought from the Horticultural Society.
Our plan is to have beautiful sustainable gardens, a botanical shop and library, gifts, useful garden accessories and a small refreshment area.
Donations will be gratefully received, whether very small amounts, a very special tree or plant, or entire projects which will bear the name of the donor, such as a bench, a water feature, pond, specific gardens, an aviary.