PLYMPTON  GARDENERS  ASSOCIATION 

                                 &

                 MOORLAND HEATING                     

 

77th Open Annual Show

      HAREWOOD HOUSE,  PLYMPTON

 

                                       Saturday 15th August 2026

           SHOW OPENS FOR GENERAL VIEWING AT 1.00 PM

                                 OFFICIAL OPENING at 1.10 pm.

             by  PLYMPTON STANNATOR 

Lloyd Hills

               Accompanied by the Plympton Youth Ambassador:

                                        Easter Garrett

CLASSES INCLUDE: FLOWERS, FRUIT & VEGETABLES, DOMESTIC SCIENCE, FLORAL ART

HANDICRAFTS, PHOTOGRAPHY

 

Sale of plants & quality second hand goods, various competitions & refreshments.

Hamper Raffle

Admission £1.00

ENQUIRIES: Show Secretary – Debbie Swane - 07565 960971 plymptongardeners.com

 

 

VEGETABLES & FRUIT (Classes 1 – 49)

 

• 3 Potatoes, white, of any
• 3 Potatoes, coloured, of any
• Combination Potatoes – 3 White & 3 Coloured, any shape 04 3 Onions, exhibition - over 250gm, trimmed and tied.

05                    3 Onions - 250gm or less, trimmed and tied. 06           10 Shallots,exhibition, tied.

• 12 Shallots pickling, (able to pass through 30mm ring)
• Combination Onions – 2 over 250g, 2 under 250g, 5 exhibition Shallots
• 3 Garlic Bulbs with dried stem of at least 25mm (Not elephant or giant garlic)
• 2 Leeks
• 2 Parsnips, tops trimmed to approx
• 3 Carrots, long pointed cultivar, tops trimmed to approx
• 3 Carrots, other than long pointed, tops trimmed to approx
• 2 Beetroot, globe or cylindrical, tops trimmed to approx
• Combination Roots – 2 varieties of above, quantities as above (Classes 11 – 14)
• 6 Runner Beans - stalks
• 6 Dwarf Beans - stalks
• 6 Pods of Peas, stalk
• 5 Tomatoes, ordinary (60mm diameter - approx)
• 3 Tomatoes, large fruited “Beefsteak“ (75mm diameter minimum)
• 9 Tomatoes, small fruited, “Cherry“ (35mm diameter – or under)
• 5 Non-Red Tomatoes, cherry/plum cultivars (Not Green)
• 1 Truss, any variety, no fruits missing (66% or 2/3 Ripe Tomatoes)
• A pair of Cucumbers, grown under
• 3 Capsicums – Sweet or Bell Peppers, any colour (not chilli peppers)
• A pair of Vegetable squashes, 38 cm long or 50 cm round (Not courgettes).
• 2
• 3 Stalks of Rhubarb, natural, leaf blades trimmed to
• A pair of vegetables not mentioned in the
• “My Herb Garden” – at least 5 different Culinary Herbs (named) displayed attractively and imaginatively for best visual effect 30cm wide x 30cm deep.
• Novelty class, the most unusual shaped (Winner only, no points)
• 1 Longest Runner Bean. (Winner only, no points)
• Heaviest three potatoes, weighed together (Winner only, no points)
• A collection of 6 different (table width x 18”)
• NVS Plaque - Not awarded this year
• 4 Dessert Apples stalks
• 4 Culinary Apples stalks
• 1 Dish of 12 Blackberries, shown with
• 4 Pears stalks
• 1 Dish of 5 Stone Fruits, one (Plum, Cherry, etc.)
• 5 Figs
• 1 Dish of 12 soft fruit (not blackberries) shown with stalks
• 1 punnet, bowl, dish, Currants, Blueberries, hybrids (e.g. Jostaberry, ) not less than 115g and not more than 180g, 1 variety only
• Any other fruit, please request quantity when entering
• Basket of Fruit, collection of at least 3 kinds to be displayed attractively in a basket

GENERAL FLOWERS   (Classes 50 – 79)

 

50	1	vase	Sweet Peas, mixed colours.	12 stems
51	1	vase	Sweet Peas, one colour.	6 stems
52	1	vase	Sweet Peas, mixed colours.	6 stems
53	1	vase	Gladioli, large grandiflora, one colour.	3 stems
54	1	vase	Gladioli, large grandiflora, mixed colours.	3 stems
55	1	vase	Gladioli, miniature, any colour(s).	3 stems
58	1	vase	Roses, large flowered, one colour.	3 blooms
59	1	vase	Roses, large flowered, mixed colours.	3 blooms
62	1	vase	Roses, cluster, mixed colours.	3 stems
63	1	vase	Antirrhinums, any cultivar(s).	3 stems
66	1	vase	Asters, single, any colour(s).	5 stems
67	1	vase	Carnations, any cultivar(s).	5 stems
68	1	vase	Hydrangeas, any colour(s).	3 heads
69	1	vase	Marigolds, any cultivar(s).	5 stems
70	1	vase	Penstemon	5 stems
71	1	vase	Annuals, not listed above, one cultivar.	5 stems
72	1	vase	Perennials, not listed above, one cultivar.	5 stems

• A selection of grasses, 1 vase arranged for

 

• 6 Pansies on a board, 10" x 8".
• 6 Fuchsia heads, single, on a board, 10" x 8"
• 6 Fuchsia heads, double, on a board, 10" x 8"

79 3 vases, (A Collection) one cultivar in each vase, three different varieties. The quantities of stems required in each vase are as shown in classes above.

Please Note:

If Blooms are large and could topple over, please use three separate vases tied with a piece of twine, i.e. Hydrangeas, etc.

 

 

POT PLANTS   (Classes 80 – 88)

 

80	1	Foliage plant or Fern, maximum pot size 8"
81	1	Flowering plant, not in schedule, maximum pot size 8"
82	1	Fuchsia, bush or shrub, maximum pot size 12"
83	1	Pelargonium/Geranium, maximum pot size 8"
84	1	A dish display of Succulents max 8” dish
85	1	Succulent, maximum pot size 8"
86	1	Cacti, maximum pot size 8"
87	1	Orchid maximum pot size 8”
88	1	Speciman Begonia, double, tuberous rooted, maximum pot size 12"

Please Note: The maximum size of pot is either 8” (200mm) or 12” (300mm) and the plant in the pot must not be more than 450 – 600mm diameter at any point. (This covers the number of exhibits for available space reasons). Please contact show secretary if you feel slightly larger could be considered.

DAHLIAS (Classes 95 – 110)

 

95	3	vases	Giant, Large or Large Cactus Decorative.	1 bloom per vase
96	1	vase	Medium Decorative.	3 blooms
97	1	vase	Small Decorative.	3 blooms
98	1	vase	Miniature Decorative.	3 blooms
99	1	vase	Collarette	3 blooms
100	1	vase	Medium Cactus and/or semi-cactus	3 blooms
101	1	vase	Small Cactus and/or Semi-Cactus.	3 blooms
102	1	vase	Small Ball.	3 blooms
103	1	vase	Miniature Ball	3 blooms
104	1	vase	Pompon.	5 blooms
105	1	vase	Any other variety.	3 blooms
109	1	basket	arranged for effect	maximum 9 blooms

110     Collection – 3 Vases of Dahlias, choose any 3 from those following;

 

1 vase, 3 blooms, large decorative / large semi-cactus 1 vase, 3 blooms, medium decorative

1 vase, 3 blooms, medium cactus/semi cactus 1 vase, 3 blooms, small decorative

1 vase, 3 blooms, small cactus/semi cactus 1 vase, 3 blooms, small ball

1 vase, 3 miniatures, cactus/semi cactus and or ball or decorative 1 vase, 5 pompom

 

 

 

HANDICRAFTS (Classes 115 – 130)

Excluding items previously exhibited in PGA shows.

 

Textile Art Classes

Entries to be created with any combination of textiles, threads, fibre, yarn, paint, dye, beads and other textile embellishments.

• A wall hanging inspired by gardening work or produce, size 20” x 14” (can be folded to this size)
• A 3D decorative item (Not cushion)
• A decorated box

 

Quilting

• A quilted cushion
• A quilted item max. size 20” x 14” (can be folded to this size)

 

Embroidery

• One Embroidery exhibit - size 20” x 14” (can be folded to this size)
• An embroidered bag

Knitting & Crochet

• One Crochet exhibit (not to include knitting) size 20” x 14” (can be folded to this size)
• One hand knitted exhibit, size 20” x 14” (can be folded to this size)

Art Work

• One Painting - oil, acrylic or watercolour - 20" x 14" including frame.
• A drawing in pencil or ink – max size A4

126A Design a new logo for Plympton Gardeners (freehand or digital) no larger than A5

See note on page 12

Other

• One Card making exhibit
• A piece of sugar craft / (not a cake)
• A decorated flower pot using any technique

130*    Any other exhibit not mentioned above. Please contact show secretary prior to submitting entry regarding size of exhibit as space is limited.

*Note: Class 130 - Please state agreed size on entry form

 

 

 

 

PHOTOGRAPHY (classes 134 – 138)

Photographs may be mounted on card (max. size of photo 7” x 5”. Maximum with card mount 8” x 6”)

Photographs may be attached to display board.

 

• Photography - “Movement in Water”
• Photography - “At the Park”
• Photography – “Abandoned”
• Photography – “Relaxed”
• Photography – “Close Up ”

FLORAL ART   (Classes 141 – 143)

• “ A Wave of Colour” - An exhibit using fresh material from the garden and other natural materials. No Accessories. Space 18"/45cm by 18”/45cm- ht unlimited

 

• “Overflowing” - An exhibit using fresh foliage with natural accessories 9”/23cm x 9”/23cm – ht unlimited

 

• “ Ring of Fire ” - A miniature arrangement using fresh plant No Accessories. Space – 4”/10cm x 4”/10cm x 6”/15cm high

 

 

DOMESTIC SCIENCE   (Classes 150 – 174)

All jars should be clean, be dated, and exhibited with plain lids or waxed disc and cellophane.

Please Note: Non-compliant lid type or not within date will not be judged

In the interests of safety and hygiene every entry should be covered in Clingfilm or enclosed a plastic bag (not sealed).  Max. plate size for all cookery classes is 10”

 

Jars must be clearly labeled with type and date made.

• A jar of Jelly - home made since last years show
• A jar of Raspberry jam - home made since last years show
• A jar of Strawberry jam - home made since last years show
• A jar of any other jam - home made since last years show
• A jar of Fruit curd – less than 4 weeks old, sealed with a wax disc and cellophane
• A jar of Marmalade - home made since last years show
• A jar of Pickle – home made, at least 2 months old with vinegar-resistant twist lid
• A jar of Chutney - home made, at least 2 months old with vinegar-resistant twist lid

 

 

 

 

 

161		A Loaf of Bread (not machine made) Please state type and/or flavour on simple label
162	3	Savoury bread rolls
163	4	Cup Cakes - with edible decoration
164		A Fruit Flan (Sponge type and labelled)
165	4	Rock Cakes
166		A Jam Swiss Roll
167	6	Shortbread Fingers
168		A Victoria Sandwich (3 eggs mix, raspberry jam & light dressing of castor sugar)
		7” (18cm) diameter max
169		A Fruit Cake (using the recipe on page 8)
170		An Apple Pie - pastry top and bottom
171	5	Cheese Scones (Cutter 6cm)
172	2	Savoury Muffins - Please state type and/or flavour on simple label
173		A Pasty - home made  Maximum size to fit within a 10” (25cm) plate
174		A Savoury Tart - quiche type (Labelled, plain or fluted dish)

Recipe for: Fruit Cake (Class 169)

INGREDIENTS

4oz (125g) margarine                                  6oz (175g) sugar – dark brown, light brown or white

12oz (300g) dried fruit                                 8 fl. oz (225ml) water

• level teaspoon bicarbonate of soda 1 heaped teaspoon mixed spice (optional)
• beaten eggs 4oz (125g) plain flour AND

4oz (125g) Self raising flour                        Pinch of salt

1. Oven gas 4, 180c or 160c fan
2. Place margarine, sugar, dried fruit, water, bicarbonate, and mixed spice into a Bring to the boil and simmer for 1 minute then leave to cool in a large bowl.
3. Line either a 7inch (18cm) square tin, or an 8inch (20cm) round tin or a loaf tin with baking or parchment or greased greaseproof paper.
4. Add eggs, flour, and salt to cooled fruit mixture, mix well, and pour into
5. Bake for approximately 1 hour 15 minutes, test with a skewer to check centre is

 

 

 

 

1. The Judges decisions shall be

 

2. One entry only in each class unless clearly otherwise stated in the show schedule
3. Exhibits must have been grown by, or be the work of, the

 

4. Association vases and plates are to be used in all classes, unless otherwise stated
5. Exhibits may be staged on the Friday (day prior to show) between 00pm and 7.45pm. and on Saturday from 7.15 until 8.45 am. Staging of exhibits to be completed by 8.45 am on Show Day when the hall will be cleared for judging to commence. Exhibits should not be removed from the show benches prior to completion of prize giving unless permission has been obtained from the Show Secretary

 

6. All entry forms must be with the Show Secretary by 00 pm. on the Wednesday 12^th August priorto the Show.

 

7. Late entries may, in certain circumstances, Corrections, alterations, or additions to entries are at the discretion of the Show Secretary.

 

8. The Association cannot accept responsibility for any loss or damage to any Only exhibits should be placed on show tables. No other equipment to be placed on show benches. A staging room is available for preparation of entries
9. Awards may be witheld at the discretion of the judges

 

10. The Show will be conducted in accordance with these rules and with reference to RHS and NVS rules and guidelines where appropriate
11. Pot plants must have been grown in the pots in which they are being

 

12. Two or more persons may not compete separately, in the same class, with produce from the same garden/allotment.

 

13. The Show Committee will decide on any matter not provided for in the above

PGA AWARDS

 

 

 

 

PLYMPTON GARDENERS – Founded in 1948

AIMS OF THE ASSOCIATION

To assist and instruct its members in attaining the highest standards in all aspects of gardening.

 

MEETINGS

Meetings are held on the first Thursday of each month at 7.30 pm at Harewood House, Plympton

AFFILIATIONS

The Association is currently affiliated to the National Vegetable Society, National Dahlia Society,Daffodil Society, the Royal Horticultural Society and Plympton Community Council.

 

CHARITY

Income from various money-raising activities are used to support the Association’s nominated charity for the year.

SPONSORSHIP

The Association has for many years been fortunate to have the financial backing of Moorland Heating Ltd, for both the Spring show and the Annual Show.

We are also grateful to our other local business sponsors whose help is much appreciated.

ENTRY FORM (CLASSES 1 – 174)

 

Name .............................................................................      Tel ...................................

 

Address........................................................................................................................

 

.................................................…………………. Post Code .............................

 

CLASSES ENTERED (One class per square)

 

 

I wish to enter the classes shown above, subject to the rules of the Show Committee and agree that any of my exhibits remaining on the show benches may be sold for Plympton Gardeners Association Charity Funds.

All exhibits must have been grown, made, baked or produced since the last Annual show (August) – or not shown previously.

Submit entry form, completed and signed to:

The Assistant Show Secretary, 44 Plymtree Drive, Plympton PL7 4LX OR email - Lynne Langridge langridge54@virginmedia.com

by no later than 7.00 pm on Wednesday 12th August. A separate entry form is required for each exhibitor. Entry forms may not be accepted after the time stated.

 

(For any queries please call Debbie Swane 07565 960971 or e-mail debbieswane@sky.com)

 

 

NOVICE EXHIBITORS

 

A Novice Exhibitor is a person who has not won a Class Place Card (1st, 2nd or 3rd) at any previous Plympton Gardeners Association Show as an Adult exhibitor.

 

PLEASE TICK THIS BOX                AND SIGN HERE                                                               

HINTS FOR EXHIBITORS

1. Make certain that you have the correct number of items, as shown in the schedule, that they are correctly classed, accompanied by the correct exhibitors slip.

 

2. Stage early, carefully and Exhibitors may use whatever materials they choose for supporting exhibits in vases and pots.

 

3. A first consideration of Judges is equality of size and
4. When removing root crops from the ground it is useful to place the selected roots in water, carefully removing all soil without blemishing the skin.

 

5. Do not handle exhibits more than is necessary as this may remove the (bloom shows freshness)
6. Please collect your entry slips from the Show Secretary before Various methods may be used to keep exhibitor slip/details with the correct exhibit.
7. PLEASE leave the staging room clean and tidy when you have finished staging, and remove all of your staging equipment.
8. All food exhibits must be covered completely with cling film or be within a clear plastic Food Exhibits must have contents and flavorings labeled where required
9. Handicraft exhibits should be items that have not been exhibited previously at PGA Annual Shows. If an Item is changed or modified since being exhibited last, this should be brought to the attention of the show secretary.

 

10. Vegetable marrows and squashes must not exceed 38 cms in Round varieties 50 cms in circumference. (16cm Dia)

 

11. Space allocated in Floral Art classes must not be Artificial plant material should not be used unless clearly permitted as stated in the show schedule.

 

12. Onions should not be skinned and must be tied where stated, using raffia, un-died string or

 

13. Fuchsias : Single - 4 petals, Double - more than 4
14. Tomatoes must have the calyces attached and should be to RHS standards:-

Large (beefsteak type)                    75 mm diameter - minimum Medium                             60 mm diameter - approx

Small (cherry type)                           35 mm diameter - or under

 

15. Pot plants must have been grown in the pots in which they are being exhibited, max pot size 12” measured across the internal diameter of the pot.

NATIONAL AWARDS

 

The following certificates and medals may be awarded at the discretion of our judges.

 

THE NATIONAL VEGETABLE SOCIETY SILVER MEDAL

Best exhibit in classes 1 – 34 inclusive

THE NATIONAL DAHLIA SOCIETY SILVER MEDAL

Best exhibit in classes 95 to 110 inclusive

THE NATIONAL DAHLIA SOCIETY BRONZE MEDAL

Second best exhibit in classes 95 to 110 inclusive

THE BANKSIAN MEDAL

The most place points awarded in Horticultural classes 1 to 110

THE NATIONAL VEGETABLE SOCIETY PLAQUE

Class 35 – Not awarded this year

POINTS

Throughout the schedule, unless otherwise stated, points will be awarded as follows: First Place 4;                      Second Place 3;         Third Place 2

 

 

NATIONAL VEGETABLE POINTS USED IN TRAY CLASSES

 

Runner Beans	18	Broccoli	15	Cauliflower	20
Dwarf Beans	15	Celery trench	20	Cucumber indoor	18
Leeks	20	Celery other	18	Cucumber outdoor	15
Parsnips	20	Lettuce	15	Cabbage	15
Potatoes	20	Peas	20	Carrots long	20
Turnips	15	Tomatoes small	12	Carrots other	18
Tomatoes large	15	Tomatoes med.	18	Onions 250gm
Sweetcorn	18			or under	15
Beetroot globe	15	Beetroot long	20	Onions over 250gm	20
Garlic	12

 

This show is open to Members and Non-members

 

 

Why not join us

 

 

– return this form to Phil Warren

 

 

UPCOMING EVENTS

 

 

Saturday 20th June – Lamb Feast Sunday 21st June St Maurice Open Gardens

Thursday 2nd July - PGA monthly meeting - talk on Illegal Immigrants (plants) Thursday 6th August - PGA monthly meeting - talk on Herbaceous Peonies Friday 7th August – PGA coach trip to Taunton Flower Show

Thursday 3rd September – PGA monthly meeting - talk on Incredible Vegetables Thursday 1st October – PGA monthly meeting - talk on Trewithen Plants

W/C 12th October – PGA Coffee Bar, Harewood House Thursday 5th November – PGA monthly meeting – talk on Propagation

Thursday 3rd December – PGA Members’ Christmas Social

PLYMPTON GARDENERS ASSOCIATION

President                      Natalie Harrison

 

Vice President              Robert Shaw

Chairman                      John Gilding

 

Secretary                      Carol Penhallurick

 

Treasurer                      Bernice Lewin Membership Sec.      Phil Warren

Show Committee          Debbie Swane; Liz Tarr; John Gilding;

Lynne Langridge; Carol Penhallurick Phil Warren;

 

Notes

ANNUAL SHOW TIMETABLE FRIDAY & SATURDAY

 

FRIDAY EVENING:

4.00 pm                         Hall prepared for showing

5:00pm to 7:45pm          Staging of exhibits (Close 8:00pm)

 

SHOW DAY TIMETABLE

7.15 am       Open for staging

8.45 am        Staging of exhibits completed

9.00 am        Commence Judging

11.30 am     Judging completed

Preview of exhibits by the Plympton Stannator & Youth Ambassador

12.00 pm     Lunch

1.00 pm      Doors open to the public

1.10            Show officially opened by the Plympton Stannator – Lloyd Hills

2.45 pm      Presentation of PGA certificates and awards - followed by Raffle All exhibits to be removed from the show benches

Show dismantled - equipment returned

4.00 pm        Hall and any rooms used, to be cleared and vacated

 

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