ABOUT THE SHOW
The Naples Garden Club and Naples Botanical Garden partner to present an outstanding Flower Show visited by more than 3000 people annually. Guests are able to shop with over 300 vendors, learn through talks and demonstrations on floral design, orchids and fruit trees, and stroll through the beautiful Botanical Garden. In 2011, the Standard Flower Show was awarded sufficient points by the evaluating team of Judges to apply for a National Award. Visit the Awards page on this website for a full list of winners.
A Message From the Flower Show Chair
by Kathleen Hawryluk, Flower Show Chair
I have finally gotten around to getting my feet on the ground – I have been flying high! So must you all.
What a show we put on – I heard nothing but accolades from everyone! The Preview Party, the designs, the use of the light technology, the staging, the horticulture, etc. were all outstanding and without flaw. The Parasol ladies (PL’s) were again a big hit – one said that she had her picture taken 106 times and I believe her! One guest said that every time he saw one of them (PL’s) he smiled!
It took many members to put on the spectacular show that we presented. I know that we have set the standard for other Garden Clubs in many ways. I was told more than… Read More
2012 Flower Show Schedule is now Available
To obtain a copy of the 2012 Flower Show – Light program and schedule, please click here.
Illuminating Inspiration for the 2012 Flower Show – March 30 – 31
Naples Botanical Garden and Naples Garden Club once again combine resources and talents to present the 59th Annual Naples Flower Show. The two-day event, now one of the largest flower shows in Florida, include Garden Club’s spectacular juried Standard Flower Show “Light” as well as a Garden Market and educational demonstrations.
Our Naples Flower Show will have on loan to us Stephen Knapp’s “lightpaintings.” These lightpaintings will provide the cover and context for the Naples Flower Show. Stephen’s lightpainting shows have toured internationally and nationally. He truly is a visionary and creates breathtaking works of art that will serve as inspiration for this upcoming show.
“Dreams and imagination command much of our lives when we are young, yet time and society move us into structures that leave little time for them. In lightpaintings I strive… Read More