AGS Midland Show 2024 Trophies


Leschallas Cup Open Section aggregate Don Peace, Yarm PRIZE POINTS: first:16 second:6 third:1 Albury Trophy Intermediate Section aggregate David Harris, Chesterfield PRIZE POINTS: first:8 second:3 third:5 Perry Cup Novice Section aggregate Christine Jarvis, Blewbury PRIZE POINTS: first:6 second:0 third:0 Crataegus Trophy best plant in Intermediate Section Alex O’Sullivan, Crowborough Xerodraba ...(more below)

April 21, 2024
AGS Editor





Leschallas Cup

Open Section aggregate
Don Peace, Yarm
PRIZE POINTS: first:16 second:6 third:1

Pleione Ueli Wackernagel Regal exhibited by Don Peace
Pleione Ueli Wackernagel Regal exhibited by Don Peace

Albury Trophy

Intermediate Section aggregate
David Harris, Chesterfield
PRIZE POINTS: first:8 second:3 third:5


Perry Cup

Novice Section aggregate
Christine Jarvis, Blewbury
PRIZE POINTS: first:6 second:0 third:0


Crataegus Trophy

best plant in Intermediate Section
Alex O’Sullivan, Crowborough
Xerodraba patagonica

Cliftonia laylandii, alpine plant, thriving in rocky soil, perfect for alpine gardens and rockeries, showcasing vibrant green foliage, native to British gardens, ideal for outdoor alpine plant collections.

Midland Challenge Cup

best plant in Open2 Intermediate2 and Novice Sections
John Dixon, East Leake
Primula rusbyi

Primula vulgaris, a vibrant purple primula flowering in a terracotta pot with green leaves and gravel soil, representing garden plants suitable for alpine and rock gardens.

Midland Primula Bowl

best Primula
John Dixon, East Leake
Primula rusbyi

Primula japonica flowering plant, vibrant purple and yellow flowers with lush green foliage, ideal for alpine gardens and rockeries, showcasing diverse plant varieties.

Roy Elliott Memorial Salver

best Lewisia or Lewisiopsis
Ian Sutton, Nottingham
Lewisia cotyledon

Bright orange and pink primula flowers in full bloom, perfect for Alpine gardening displays and summer garden enthusiasts.

Edinburgh Quaich

best pan of Ericaceae
Chris Lilley, North Anston
Vaccinium vitis-idaea

Alpine Garden Society, potted flowering shrub with glossy green leaves and small white bell-shaped flowers, ideal for alpine, rock, and container gardening.

Saxifraga Group Salver

best pan of Saxifraga Loughborough Autumn
Ian Instone, Leeds
Saxifraga pubescens ‘Snowcap’

Alpine primula in terracotta pot, thriving in gravel soil, part of Alpine Garden Society collection, ideal for rocky garden or alpine plant enthusiasts.

Farrer Medal

Best plant in the Show
John Dixon, East Leake
Androsace villosa


Blackthorn Trophy

Class 87 – 3 pans Daphne
NOT AWARDED


Midland Jubilee Goblet

Class 98 – 6 pans rock plants grown from seed
Bob & Rannveig Wallis, Carmarthen

Flowering plants in terracotta pots at Alpine Garden Society plant exhibition, blooming cymbidium orchids, primroses, and other alpine flowers, showcasing diverse hardy plant varieties for alpine gardening.

AGS Medal

Class 1 – 6 pans rock plants
NOT AWARDED


AGS Medal

Class 51 – 6 pans rock plants (not more than two of any one genus)
Steve Clements, Sleaford

Brightly coloured orchids displayed in terracotta pots at the Alpine Garden Society exhibition, showcasing diverse species and vibrant blooms for plant enthusiasts.

AGS Award

Class 111 – 6 pans rock plants
NOT AWARDED


Certificate of Merit (plant or exhibit of outstanding merit)

David Charlton, Derby
Paris quadrifolia

Vivid green plant with star-shaped dark centre flowers in a terracotta pot, showcasing alpine gardening cultivation and decorative foliage for rock garden enthusiasts.

Certificate of Merit (plant or exhibit of outstanding merit)

Alex O’Sullivan, Crowborough
Xerodraba patagonica

Cliftonia laylandii, alpine plant, thriving in rocky soil, perfect for alpine gardens and rockeries, showcasing vibrant green foliage, native to British gardens, ideal for outdoor alpine plant collections.

Certificate of Merit (plant or exhibit of outstanding merit)

Bob & Rannveig Wallis, Carmarthen
Cyclamen persicum

Cyclamen with pink and white blooms and lush green heart-shaped leaves in a garden setting, perfect for Alpine Garden Society enthusiasts.

Certificate of Merit (plant or exhibit of outstanding merit)

Bob & Rannveig Wallis, Carmarthen
Calochortus amabilis

Yellow flowering alpine plant in a terracotta pot, showcasing alpine garden flora and cultivation tips.

Certificate of Merit (plant or exhibit of outstanding merit)

Eric Jarrett, Stroud
Helianthemum pannosum

Yellow flowering alpine plant in terracotta pot, showcasing vibrant blooms and lush foliage, perfect for rock gardens and shady spots. Ideal for alpine gardening enthusiasts and collectors.

Certificate of Merit (plant or exhibit of outstanding merit)

Eric Jarrett, Stroud
Alkanna aucheriana