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Post by wildlifefriendly on Aug 9, 2011 20:52:28 GMT
I can't imagine trying to do 20 vases, I was getting in a complete mess with just the one ;D I'm so glad I had a practice run, I never knew there were two types of oasis, the type for dries flowers does not work with fresh flowers, I've got the right one now  I was worried that there might not be four flowers ready at the same time but I have loads coming on so I'm not too worried about that point. It is a lot more nerve wracking growing to show rather than showing what I have grown. I appreciate the encouragement and support. |
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Post by Tel on Aug 10, 2011 4:17:05 GMT
I find the nerve wracking time is transporting the blooms to the show. You travel from A to B hoping you do not have to brake sharply, or some of your blooms can have their necks snapped before you get to the show.  |
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Post by wildlifefriendly on Aug 10, 2011 17:52:45 GMT
I will be cradling my one vase on my lap and the OH has been instructed to turn the car into a hovercraft for the journey ;D
I forgot to say, none of my flowers have dropped a single petal which is a relief. I remember the dahlias in the show last year had all lost some petals.
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Post by Lou78W on Aug 10, 2011 18:24:07 GMT
I will be cradling my one vase on my lap and the OH has been instructed to turn the car into a hovercraft for the journey ;D I forgot to say, none of my flowers have dropped a single petal which is a relief. I remember the dahlias in t he show last year had all lost some petals. This happens to the "experts" too....I remember lots of petals on the table at Harrogate last year.....  |
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Post by scrumpy on Aug 10, 2011 18:33:38 GMT
As long as the petals are on the bloom at judging time that's what counts.
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Post by Lou78W on Aug 10, 2011 18:52:55 GMT
Indeed...... |
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Post by Tel on Aug 12, 2011 6:30:48 GMT
If WF has not won that dahlia cup tomorrow, i will not be informing anyone of my new address or town. ;D
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Post by lesley on Aug 12, 2011 6:36:09 GMT
That brilliant new's Tel I take it you've found some were nice ;D
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Post by Tel on Aug 12, 2011 6:39:52 GMT
That brilliant new's Tel I take it you've found some were nice ;D No not yet Lesley, that post was supposed to be a joke in case WF did not win the cup. ;D |
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Post by Lou78W on Aug 12, 2011 6:58:46 GMT
:PTel!!....she will win it.....no bother.. ;D
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Post by wildlifefriendly on Aug 12, 2011 8:19:13 GMT
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Post by Geranium on Aug 12, 2011 8:26:32 GMT
You surely don't need to ask that, Wf! I'm obviously no expert, but if you don't win, there's no justice. We'll all appeal! ;D |
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Post by Tel on Aug 12, 2011 8:31:52 GMT
Looking at the 6 pics 4&5 may be over the hill tomorrow,
At the moment i would say 1,2,3,and 6 when are you cutting them?
I would cut No 4&5 now put them in water and if you can place them in the dark somewhere, it may hold them two back for you.
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Post by wildlifefriendly on Aug 12, 2011 8:42:39 GMT
I was going to cut them tomorrow. I can take my entries up tonight or between 9 and 10 tomorrow. I think tomorrow is safest.
I'll cut 4 & 5 now and put them in the wardrobe.
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Post by Tel on Aug 12, 2011 8:50:09 GMT
If you are cutting the others tomorrow, pick the 4 out of 6 that have the centres most alike, you will definitely have a vase out from the 6 that will win it for you, if the judge is any good.  |
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