[David]

Each member is entitled to 1 vote in each category. Each member's vote represents 1 point. Therefore vote for the best entry in each category as you are only allowed to vote once in each category.

Members may only vote in the poll for the wining plant if they have at least 5 posts on the forum. Members votes will be forfeited if they do not have at least 5 posts on the forum.

The purpose of judging (By judges) and voting (By members) in this competition is to primarily recognize superior improvement in extraordinary cultivated plants and recognizing commonplace characteristics on plants that are cultivated to the highest standards.

Grooming

This includes how well groomed or disease free the plants is and taking into account the cultivation difficulty of individual species. There should not be evidence of infections or pests. The plants must be robust and the size of the plant will be taken into consideration.

Presentation

The choice of pot/pot color/size and whether there is presence of weeds/algae/media/stains. The plants have to be clean from chemical residue on its leaves and pot. The general structure and layout of the plant is important including aesthetic appeal.

Color

Take into consideration the quality of color/colors for a particular form or species. This includes the colors on the:

- Leaves
- Stems/Vines
- Flower/Inflorescence
- Pitchers