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A GARDEN CLUB OF AMERICA MAJOR FLOWER SHOW
April 15-16, 2025

Division IV: Botanical Arts
POMP

Class 6. Queen Victoria’s Menagerie
award
2nd
show No.
BA29
Exhibitor(s)
Katherine Palmer Green Tree Garden Club, Zone XI
Statement of Intent

Sitting pretty, this rare and exotic cockerel, with fluffy voluminous plumage is a beloved member of Queen Victoria’s treasured Cochin China Fowl collection.

Plant(s)

See sample card.

Judges' comments

Exquisite use of textural materials creates plumage of royal lineage.

A GARDEN CLUB OF AMERICA MAJOR FLOWER SHOW
April 15-16, 2025

Division IV: Botanical Arts
POMP

Class 6. Queen Victoria’s Menagerie
award
1st
show No.
BA30
Exhibitor(s)
Bel Morian Magnolia Garden Club, Zone IX
Statement of Intent

Tina Turner Titmouse
on
Queen Victoria's Perch

Plant(s)

See sample card.

Judges' comments

Exquisite colors and craftsmanship in this royal, rhythmic design are fit for the Queen's menagerie.

A GARDEN CLUB OF AMERICA MAJOR FLOWER SHOW
April 15-16, 2025

Division IV: Botanical Arts
POMP

Class 6. Queen Victoria’s Menagerie
award
3rd
show No.
BA31
Exhibitor(s)
Twig Murray Garden Club of Alexandria, Zone VII
Statement of Intent

Albert pulls his magnificent train in beneath him, conscious that protocol and regal restraint demand he stay within the 5" royal enclosure.

Plant(s)

See sample card.

Judges' comments

The contrasting colors combine to create a handsome rhythmic design. He is slightly out of scale for his perch.

A GARDEN CLUB OF AMERICA MAJOR FLOWER SHOW
April 15-16, 2025

Division IV: Botanical Arts
POMP

Class 6. Queen Victoria’s Menagerie
award
Honorable Mention
show No.
BA32
Exhibitor(s)
Barbara Kaytes Green Fingers Garden Club, Zone II
Statement of Intent

Victoria's fantastical friend..."craning" for more!

Plant(s)

See sample card.

Judges' comments

The dynamic form takes flight. Color blocking inhibits rhythm and balance of overall design.

A GARDEN CLUB OF AMERICA MAJOR FLOWER SHOW
April 15-16, 2025

Division IV: Botanical Arts
POMP

Class 6. Queen Victoria’s Menagerie
award
show No.
BA33
Exhibitor(s)
Jana Dowds Glenview Garden Club, Zone VII
Statement of Intent

Commemorating Queen Victoria, the Victoria crowned pigeon is regal in royal blue with a white tipped, feathered crest, resembling a crown of pearls.

Plant(s)

See sample card.

Judges' comments

Regal colors reflect the royal aviary. The chosen materials and application diminish refinement.

A GARDEN CLUB OF AMERICA MAJOR FLOWER SHOW
April 15-16, 2025

Division IV: Botanical Arts
POMP

Class 6. Queen Victoria’s Menagerie
award
Honorable Mention
show No.
BA34
Exhibitor(s)
Christina Vanderlip Hortulus, Zone II
Statement of Intent

The Victoria Crowned Pigeon, named for Queen Victoria, is known for its grayish blue crest of delicate plumage, red irises and maroon breast.

Plant(s)

See sample card.

Judges' comments

Layering and placement of various types of feathers create a pleasing texture. The nest and bird compete for dominance and biforcate the design.