I love to go to the Northwest Flower and Garden Show, held at the Seattle Convention Center. I missed the show last year but that was probably because I went to Texas with Christopher to visit colleges in February. This year I went to the show with my friend Elizabeth.
One new thing I did this year was watch "Container Wars." Two expert gardeners put together containers of plants on stage with a time limit and the audience votes on their favourite using applause. The winner is determined by the loudest applause. Prizes were also given away to audience members showing enthusiasm and/or garden knowledge. The master of ceremonies for Container Wars was Marianne Benetti whom I first encountered back in June at Christianson's Nursery at Rosy Day Out. I like her down to earth style. She was wearing a dress, which was also impressive.
The display gardens are always fun to look at and smell! My favourite display was this whimsical one with lots of fairies and little doors. Remember to click on the photo for a better view.
One idea I could use in my garden is an old rusty wheelbarrow with plants.
One section that I enjoy is the patio or balcony garden ideas. This one was intriguing. It is a screen made using seed pods.
close up:
A vendor booth had this gorgeous paper flower display.
There are vendors selling lots of things that are in no way related to gardening. This vendor sold hair accessories. I just thought they were pretty so I took a photo.
I'm excited to start planting soon. The first thing will be sugar snap peas.
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