orchid judging

[Stefan]

hi all,
i havent put any of my plants into a show to be judged yet, but it is a thought thats crossing my mind. So i would like to know, what do they judge? i know its the flower but what aspects of the flower and plant specifically?

stefan

[cneos]

There are significant differences between show judging and AOS judging. With show judging, your plant is considered among other entries in a particular category ... for example white phalaenospis whereas in AOS judging you whhite phalaenopsis would be evaluated against international standards of perfection. Whatever type pf judging you consider, remember that a plant can not be evalated sitting on a bench in your greenhouse/growing. It has to be seen to be appreciated.

Good luck!

[cb977]

Go for it, Stefan!

make sure the plant is cleaned and staked nicely. If you get a ribbon, then "Wonderful!". If you don't, then at least you've tried, which is more than lots of folks ever do. It's a lot of fun to have your orchids shown like that.

What plant are you thinking of having judged?

[Stefan]

hi,
thanks for both of your quick replies.
sue i was thinking of trying a NOID, is that wise move, or do you need the name of it?

stefan

[cneos]

A NOID is okay for show judging (usually) but a verifiable id is needed for AOS judging.

[Stefan]

ok, thanks.
i was thinking of a white laelia. Its not in flower at the moment, but its growing like crazy

stefan

[cneos]

unless you can confirm its name, your best bet will be to display the plant at a show or at your society's monthly show table

[Stefan]

ok, i wasn't going to enter in a big show. lol. not the best idea for a first go. lol. thanks once again

[cneos]

you got to start someplace. have fun wherever it is!

[Stefan]

thanks, ill try,
hopefuly they dont mind a youngster entering with the big guys, lol.