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{{toplink|url=http://theflowershow.com/|name=theflowershow.com}}[[File:PhilaFlowerShow.jpg|300px|thumb|right|A Philadelphia Flower Show exhibit.]]The '''PHS Philadelphia Flower Show''' is the nation's largest and longest-running horticultural event and features '''stunning displays by the world’s premier floral and landscape designers'''. Started in 1829 by the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society, the show introduces diverse and sustainable plant varieties and garden and design concepts. In addition to the major garden displays, the Flower Show hosts world-renowned competitions in horticulture and artistic floral arranging, gardening presentations and demonstrations, special events, and the citywide Bloom Philly pre-Show celebration. The Philadelphia Flower Show has been honored as the best event in the world by the International Festivals & Events Association, competing with events such as the Kentucky Derby Festival, Tournament of Roses Parade, Indianapolis 500 Festival, and other international celebrations.
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{{toplink|url=http://theflowershow.com/|name=theflowershow.com}}[[File:PhilaFlowerShow.jpg|300px|thumb|Philadelphia Flower Show 2023.]]Now in its 195th year, the award-winning '''PHS Philadelphia Flower Show''' is '''a one-of-a-kind marquee event known the globe over''' for its exquisite and immersive floral exhibits, world-class plant competitions, family-friendly activities, educational offerings, and shopping.
  
''Note:''  The above descriptive information came from the event's [http://theflowershow.com/about/ About] page.
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With week-long programming like Flowers After Hours and Fido Friday, plus free education sessions featuring floral and gardening experts, this gathering of all levels of gardeners and "flower flirts" delights in the traditions and connections that are made each year across a vast network of interests, backgrounds, and experience.
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''Note:''  The above descriptive information came from the event's [https://phsonline.org/the-flower-show/about-the-show About The Show] page.
  
 
==In The News==
 
==In The News==
*[http://www.phillyrecord.com/2020/01/flower-show-is-bound-for-the-riviera/ Flower Show is bound for the Riviera], Philadelphia Public Record, January 23, 2020.
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*[https://www.philasun.com/local/this-years-phs-philadelphia-flower-show-focuses-on-the-community-in-this-traditional-city-of-neighborhoods/ This year's PHS Philadelphia Flower Show focuses on the community in this traditional 'City of Neighborhoods'], Philadelphia Sunday Sun, January 26, 2024.
 
*[http://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2016-03-15/how-do-you-fight-poverty-with-the-world-s-biggest-flower-show How Do You Fight Poverty? With the World's Biggest Flower Show], Bloomberg, March 15, 2016.
 
*[http://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2016-03-15/how-do-you-fight-poverty-with-the-world-s-biggest-flower-show How Do You Fight Poverty? With the World's Biggest Flower Show], Bloomberg, March 15, 2016.
  
 
==Info==
 
==Info==
*Volunteer: [https://theflowershow.com/get-involved/volunteer-at-the-flower-show/ Become a Volunteer]
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*Alternate URL: [https://phsonline.org/the-flower-show phsonline.org/the-flower-show]
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*Facility Rentals: [https://phsonline.org/the-flower-show/plan-your-visit/host-event Host An Event]
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*Video: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pwAr_0tbVzA 2024 Philadelphia Flower Show "United By Flowers. Coming Soon!"] (YouTube, 0m29s)
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*Volunteer: [https://phsonline.org/the-flower-show/participate/volunteer Volunteer]
  
 
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*[[Pennsylvania Horticultural Society (PHS)]]
 
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Latest revision as of 18:50, 30 January 2024

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Philadelphia Flower Show 2023.

Now in its 195th year, the award-winning PHS Philadelphia Flower Show is a one-of-a-kind marquee event known the globe over for its exquisite and immersive floral exhibits, world-class plant competitions, family-friendly activities, educational offerings, and shopping.

With week-long programming like Flowers After Hours and Fido Friday, plus free education sessions featuring floral and gardening experts, this gathering of all levels of gardeners and "flower flirts" delights in the traditions and connections that are made each year across a vast network of interests, backgrounds, and experience.

Note:  The above descriptive information came from the event's About The Show page.

In The News

Info

See Also