Potted Plants

(Entries must have been trained by the exhibitor)

Class 8: Trained on a frame
Class 9: Standard pruned to tree form

Class 10: Grown for flower
Class 11: Grown for foliage

Class 12: Any species or cultivar grown primarily for flower
Class 13: Any species or cultivar grown primarily for foliage

Class 14: Container not to exceed 12” in diameter

Class 15: A mature example of a species or cultivar that is one of the naturally diminutive members of the genus.

Must be in bloom. No hanging containers.

Class 16: Novice Orchid Class (open to exhibitors who have not won a blue ribbon in the orchid class at The Newport Flower Show)
Class 17: Cattleya
Class 18: Paphiopedilum
Class 19: Phalaenopsis
Class 20: Other species or cultivars

Class 21: Agave, container 6” and under
Class 22: Agave, container over 6”
Class 23: Aloe, container 6″ and under
Class 24: Aloe, container over 6”
Class 25: Crassula, container 6” and under
Class 26: Crassula, container over 6”
Class 27: Echeveria, container 6” and under
Class 28: Echeveria, container over 6”
Class 29: Euphorbia, container 6″ and under
Class 30: Euphorbia, container over 6”
Class 31: Haworthia, container 6″ and under
Class 32: Haworthia, container over 6”
Class 33: Other succulent

Class 34: Three or more different species from one plant family (e.g., Apiaceae, Petroselinum (parsley), Illicium (anise), Anthenum (dill)). In separate containers 6” or under, staged on a base or tray provided by the exhibitor.

Photo Key Card is required (5” x 7”).

Class 35: Three or more distinct species and/or cultivars from one plant genus (e.g., Agave: A. ‘Blue Glow’, A. isthmensis, A. victoria-reginae). Separate containers 6” or under, staged on a base or tray provided by the exhibitor.

Photo Key Card required (5” x 7”)

Class 36: A single plant exhibited along with the parent plant from which it was propagated, each in a separate container. The date and method of propagation must be specified on a (5” x 7”) white index card (starting date, light source, medium used, repotting date, etc.) Both plants will be judged.

Class 37: A single plant propagated by the exhibitor from seed, stem, leaf-cutting or other method. The date and method of propagation must be specified on a (5” x 7”) white index card (starting date, light source, medium used, repotting date, etc.)

A plant noted for its age, owned by the exhibitor for at least 5 years.

Class 38-A: Grown for Flower
Class 38-B: Grown for Foliage

Class 39: A Terrarium is defined as at least three species grown in a capped container, creating a landscape under glass.

Photo Key Card required.

Class 40: A Kokedama planting of the exhibitor’s choice. Plant size not to exceed 12” in width and 24” in height. The diameter of Kokedama moss ball should not exceed 7”. Minimum ownership one month prior to 2026 Newport Flower Show. This class is subdivided:

40A: Kokedama displayed in a saucer

40B: Hanging Kokedama

Class 41: Two matching plants, judged as a pair.

Appropriate top dressing with NO under plantings.

Class 42 – A: Standard Rose Tree with No underplantings
Class 42 – B: Standard Rose Tree with Underplantings

Class 43 – A: Rose Bush with No underplantings
Class 43 – B: Rose Rush with Underplanting

Class 44: An exhibit of exceptional horticultural merit, which does not qualify for entry elsewhere in the Horticulture Division.

Entries in the Par Class must have been owned and grown by the exhibitor for a minimum of 6 months.

Cut specimens, orchids and hanging baskets are not permitted. Containers may not exceed 18” in diameter.

Photo Key Cards are required for all entries in this division.

Please provide a color image (approx. 3” x 5”) of your planting, with each plant marked by a letter. In the space provided, write the binomial Latin name, followed by the common name.

Your key card must fit within a 5.25” x 8.25” landscape format.

Please see the example Key Card below. Two templates are included on the next page for your use and reference.

If you would like us to construct your Key Card, please submit your digital image to Lisa Hansel, lhansel@newportmansions.org no later than June 17, 2026 at 5:00 pm. Please include your name, organization, cell phone and division, within the body of the email.