Annual Dahlia Show
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NOTE There is no cost to enter the Show!
SHOW PROGRAM
Southwest Idaho Dahlia Society (SWIDS)
September 13, 2025
Jack’s Urban Meeting Place – JUMP
1000 W. Myrtle St.
Boise, ID 83702
Friday, September 12, 2025
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3:00 PM to 7:00 PM MST |
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Saturday, September 13, 2025
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Attention Exhibitors:
Staging is permitted in the staging room only. Water is available. Exhibitors are required to bring their own containers to display their entries.
Removal of Entries: Entries are not to be removed prior to the closing of the show, no exceptions. Exhibitors who cannot remove their entries are expected to make arrangements for their removal.
FOR HORTICULTURAL SECTIONS; FIVE BLOOMS; UNDISSEMINATED; SEEDLING BENCH AND BASKETS please reference NWFDG details: Federation of Northwest Dahlia Growers General Rules
Ribbons awarded for first and second place; Prizes awarded for Best in Show Single bloom entry - fully double, Best in Show bloom entry - open center bloom; Best in Show Triple bloom entry - fully double; Best in Show triple bloom entry - open center blooms, and Best Five Bloom.
SPECIAL ENTRIES
Novice – Pink Tags; Amateur – Yellow Tags; Open – White Tags
DAHLIA OF THE YEAR
Skipley TNT Ball (Single Bloom Entry)
Novice………………………………………………………………….Class 261 A
Amateur ……………………………………………………………….Class 261 B
Open …………………………………………………………………...Class 261 C
OPEN TO AMATEUR, NOVICE, & OPEN
(Use White Tags)
First and second place ribbons are awarded in each category. Awards in this Section are given to the first-place entry in the categories denoted with a $$.
2024 SWIDS CHALLENGE FLOWER - River’s Yellow Snow - Single Bloom Entry Class 262
FLOATING DAHLIA (One Bloom) - Artistic display of a single bloom, floating in a bowl that is wider than it is tall, in clear water with no greenery. Artistic display of a single bloom, floating in a bowl that is wider than it is tall, in clear water with no greenery. Class 263
FIRST TIME EXHIBITORS IN A DAHLIA SHOW - Any size Single Bloom Entry ($$) - Class 264
PEOPLES CHOICE - To be voted on by the public - Class 265
VINTAGE DAHLIA CHALLENGE - Single-bloom entry of a dahlia originated in the United States on or before 1999. ($$) - Class 266
GARDEN VASE WITH DAHLIAS - New exhibitors are encouraged to enter this class. Bring your own vase for home display and fill it with seven or more dahlias. Other flowers and vegetation are allowed, yet dahlias MUST dominate. Bring as many entries as you wish. ($$) - Class 267
MIKE DIETZ TRIBUTE: THE BIG ONES - Single-bloom entry of a large or giant variety. One entry per exhibitor and applicable to this class only.- Class 268
DAHLIA MARKET BUNCH - For all the flower farmers. Make your best Dahlia Market Bunch arranged in a sellable vessel (i.e. Mason Jar). Each entry must have at least six dahlias and they must predominate the entry. Make sure to label your entry with your farm’s identification by attaching your card or farms logo and leave contact information for future sales. These flower bunches will be sold to the public for $25.00 each. Proceeds to benefit The Idaho Foodbank. - Class 269
DAHLIA PHOTOGRAPHY - OPEN TO NOVICE, AMATEUR, OPEN, & JUNIOR
Use White Tags
Dahlia - Single Bloom Class 290
Dahlia – Multiple Blooms Class 291
Dahlias with people, animals, or bugs Class 292
Dahlias in the garden or shows Class 293
Artistic Impression Class 294
(Original or digitally enhanced)
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Dahlia Photography Rules |
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ELIGIBILITY |
Open to non-commercial photographers. Photos which have won prizes in any previous dahlia shows are ineligible. |
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FORMAT |
In classes 290 and 291 the dahlia bloom or blooms must dominate the image area. Prints must be color and matted in sizes “5 x 7” or “8 x 10.” |
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ENTRY TAGS |
All entries use white tags. The following information must be printed in legible writing on a white tag: Class Number; Name of Photo (in name blank); Exhibitor Name; Exhibitor Number. Please attach the tag to the back of the photo so that it hangs below the photo and is readable when viewing the photograph from the front. |
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JUDGING |
Entries will be judged from a cultural dahlia perspective (form, color, etc.) and a technical image perspective (composition, lighting, sharpness, ability to evoke emotion, etc.). |
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AWARDS |
First and second place ribbons are awarded in each class. The best photograph in the show is awarded a prize. |
ARRANGEMENT ENTRIES
Open to Novice, Amateur, Advanced Amateur – Use White Tags
First and second place ribbons are awarded in each category. Best in Show Arrangement is awarded a prize.
MUSIC THAT TOUCHES THE HEART …………………………………………….………Class 301
Create an arrangement that speaks to the music in your heart. The arrangement should celebrate any type of music or a musical instrument.
THE GEM STATE……………………………………………………..……………………………….……….…Class 302
Idaho is known as the “Gem State,” and the gem is the garnet. Create a symmetrically shaped arrangement inspired by one of the many colors of a garnet, red, purple, orange, yellow or pink.
IDAHO’S VITICULTURE………………………….……………………………………………….……….…Class 304
Idaho is home to over 70 wineries and cideries. The combination of warm days and cool nights and rich soil contributes to the creation of classic wine and cider varietals. Create an arrangement that celebrates wine or cider.
FOUR SEASONS ………………………………………………………………………………….………………Class 305
Idaho seasons are distinct in their wonder and elicit a host of emotions. Which season is your favorite? What activity or sport gets you excited for your favorite season? Create an arrangement celebrating your inspirational season and what you love about it.
JUNIOR ARRANGEMENT....................................................................................................Class 306
Open to Junior's age 16 or younger. Create an arrangement and have fun!
Arrangement Rules:
· Dahlias must dominate in all arrangements; must have good color and substance and be free of insect and mechanical damage.
· The size of the arrangement should be no larger than 24” x 24” square space yet can be taller than 24 inches. The arrangement should be finished on all sides, pending artistic design.
· Plant material need not be grown by the exhibitor, but all arrangements must be arranged by the exhibitor.
· Any flower, foliage and accessories including dried, treated, or painted material may be used. No artificial flowers and/or foliage of any kind may be used.
Junior Section
Use a blue tag – write JUNIOR on the top of the tag.
Single bloom entries only; Your Favorite Bloom
Open to exhibitors 16 years of age and under who have actively participated in the growing and showing of dahlias. Any worthy entry will receive either a blue or red ribbon. The best single bloom will be awarded a Section Champion ribbon and be recognized on the Head Table. This section will be judged per the rules outlined in the Federation of Northwest Dahlia Growers Dahlia Annual.
Federation of Northwest Dahlia Growers General Rules