THE 2010 PHILADELPHIA INTERNATIONAL FLOWER SHOW

The PHILADELPHIA INTERNATIONAL FLOWER SHOW was wonderful this year as it always is.  The theme this year was Passport to the World featuring gardens of India, Brazil, South Africa, Netherlands, United States and many more.  And with spring arriving this weekend, I wanted to share some of the highlights for those who did not get the chance to see it. 

I particularly loved this exhibit!..  It was a tiny mirrored room no more than 6’x6′ at the most filled with orchids and roses and all set for a spectacular fantasy dinner party!

Unfortunately, I accidentally deleted the most wonderful photo of the life-size moss elephant draped in a floral blanket from the India exhibit which featured a traditional wedding scene in a flower filled garden.  Evenings were enlivened with the exotic Bollywood dancers led by renowned choreographer Rujuta Vaidya who choreographed the Slumdog Millionaire dance sequence for the 2009 Academy Awards.  

Following is the fabulous African Lion…..

And an African family:
W.B. Saul High School and Longwood Gardens presented Thru Her Gates, an exhibit that showcases the horticulture contributions made by the many generations that have entered America through her doors.  The Villanova Garden Club (of which I am a member) awards a scholarship each yea to a student of W. B. Saul. 
And Jane Pepper, PHS President who will be also enjoying her freedom after presiding over her final Flower Show before retiring this year…
Also love the pressed flowers:
Hanging bottles filled with delphinium and other flowers:
And Vandas:
I have many, many more photos but I suppose I must stop somewhere.  I must say if you ever get the chance to see the show, take it.  People come in from all over the world.  There is also a large shopping area.  Blogging lesson for today:  take good notes for photos!!!  Blogging is kind of like being a newspaper writer; you must have the proper information!!
 
Daria Pew

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  1. Daria,
    After seeing your photos, I am so upset that I missed the Show this year. I haven't been for a few years now. Time to start again. Remind me next year what I missed.
    Elaine

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    06.04.2010

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