Spring was firmly in the air at last week’s Twyford and Ruscombe Horticultural Society (TRHA) show.
A spokesperson said the group was very pleased with both the numbers of exhibitors and visitors compared with those from previous years.
Encouraged by the interest in last year’s shows, the committee purchased new table coverings that showed off the exhibits, particularly the spring blooms, to best effect.
The art, craft and floral art classes were particularly well supported, and the quality was
outstanding.
The flowers, vegetables, domestic, floral art classes and children’s pots of daffodils were judged by professional judges.
The spokesperson added:”It is good to see that exhibitors are gaining confidence, and more gardeners and cooks are entering these classes.”
The daffodil bulbs and pots were distributed to the children of members, and to local junior schools in the autumn, and it was really encouraging to see the number and success of their efforts.
The committee continued the practice of having a people’s vote for the arts, crafts and children’s classes – as these create a lot of interest for the visitors.
“The exhibitors had obviously been busy during the bad weather, judging by the number of beautiful crafted items and paintings on display,” the spokesperson said.
To choose the winner, visitors had the option of scanning the QR code of their exhibit of choice, or by using pen and paper.
All the results from both the judged and People’s Vote Classes will be found on the TRHA monthly newsletter, and on the website at www.trha.org.uk.
The TRHA is very grateful to all the volunteers who make the shows possible.
