A class is a specific category within a competition that is defined by the type of specimen or design that is exhibited. Exhibits are then judged either against each other or against perfection, then assigned awards by Flower Show judges. 

Exhibit refers to the plants, design, or photograph you are entering into the show. You are the exhibitor.

For Amateur and Junior Horticulture (except Class 55 Kokedama), entries are accepted during the week of the show (Thursday, September 18 from 4-7pm and Friday, September 19 from 6-9am), and pre-registration is not required. Please note, however, many classes have a length of ownership requirement, which requires you to have owned a plant before a certain date in order for it to be accepted. There is no limit to how many people can enter or how many specimens you can enter.

For Floral Design, Botanical Arts, and Class 55 Kokedama, pre-registration is required and class space is limited. To enter, please read the competition rules and guidelines, review the specifications of the class, and fill out the registration form for your chosen class. Reach out to the Class Consultant (listed in the class or competition) with any additional questions.

For Photography, pre-registration is required. The Photography competition is a juried show, which means that a selection of entries will be chosen to be reviewed by a panel or jurors who will then decide on a smaller selection of exhibits that will be displayed and judged at the 139th New England Fall Flower Show. 

Links to register are located within a competition's section in the schedule. Please ensure you've read the rules and guidelines thoroughly before registering. 

Please refer to the Class Consultant for the class you're interested in entering or learning more about. Contact information can be found within the class listing in the schedule. 

The Competitions of the New England Fall Flower Show are open to all interested individuals and garden clubs. Any amateur gardener who does not grow or sell plants for the major part of his or her livelihood may exhibit.

Exhibitors are responsible for identifying every plant with the correct botanical and common names. Accepted references for nomenclature are: Missouri Botanical Garden Plant Finder and Royal Horticultural Society - Find a Plant. 

Drop off times for the 139th New England Fall Flower Show are Thursday, September 18 from 4-7pm and Friday, September 19 from 6-9am. Drop off will be at the Garden at Elm Bank, 900 Washington Street, Wellesley, MA.