By Newport In Bloom
Newport in Bloom is delighted to announce the highly anticipated 42nd Annual Garden and Container Competition, celebrating the passion and dedication of individuals who cultivate stunning flower gardens and containers throughout the City of Newport.
The competition invites residents, businesses and civic focused organizations to participate, embracing the spirit of community engagement. Awards are offered in multiple categories, small and large residential gardens and containers, small and large businesses, senior and family housing, and community plantings. Residential categories are divided into 3 zones. All entries will be photographed and visited by our panel of judges who will make their final decisions.
The competition will award first, second, and third place ribbons for each category, along with honorable mention awards. To honor and recognize these exceptional achievements, Newport in Bloom will host its annual Awards Ceremony on August 20th from 5:30 – 7:30 at the picturesque Horseshoe Piazza, nestled within the International Tennis Hall of Fame. All entrants will receive an invitation to join us for the celebration.
Categories for the competition are as follows:
1. RESIDENTIAL – Area competitions for large and small in-ground gardens and container/displays.
2. LARGE BUSINESS – One city-wide competition for large businesses.
3. SMALL BUSINESS – One city-wide competition for small businesses
4. COMMUNITY – One city-wide competition that includes Parks, Not for Profits, Hospitals, Police, Common Areas, Awards for Public and Senior Housing.
** All Entries must be visible from the street.
How to Enter
Submit your application by July 19th 2024, using one of the following methods:
·Download the form and mail it to Newport in Bloom, Box 773, Newport, RI 02840.
For more information, please visit Newport in Bloom’s Garden Competition page.
