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It was the dahlias that stole the limelight at the annual Warkworth Garden Club Flower Show at the Town Hall on February 23.
Normally held in November, this is the first time the show has been held in February. The move was prompted by the idea of capturing a greater array of flowers.
Club vice president Vicky Heiplik and show convenor Annette Sharp agreed that it had been a “wonderful success”.
“While we didn’t have nearly as many roses, the real heroes were the dahlias, hibiscus, perennials and, of course, all the edibles – fruit, vegetables and herbs,” they said. “It was a fabulous day, which was so well supported by the community, as well as club members.
Judges Christine Pearce, from Thames, and Ann Saunders, from Auckland, said they were impressed with the show.
“There were some truly beautiful blooms and it was great to see produce displayed and the involvement of schools,” they said.
The Cruikshank Cup for most points I Section A Roses was won by Lynne Crump, who also took home the Perpetual Challenge Rose Bowl.
Other winners were: Champion of Champion (roses) and the Campbell D’Arcy Cup for most points in general flowers and foliage – Sally Greenwood; Section B dahlias – Richard Fisher; most points fruit & vegetables – Gloria Wilmot; President’s Cup – Krista Fletcher; and the Sesquicentennial Cup for Best in Show – Jenifer Hart.
