Judging Criteria Before & After Entries Submit “Before” Photos with entry form • Shows marked transformation of landscape area based on before photo to date of judging. • Should demonstrate qualities listed under residential entries. Residential Entries Overall attractiveness • Variety of plant species • Mixture of color, form and texture “The right plant in the right place” • i.e. use of plants so the least amount of water is used. Maintenance efficient landscapes • i.e. mulch used where appropriate and in an efficient manner Subdivision Entries Overall attractiveness • Variety of plant species • Mixture of color, form and texture • • • • Maintenance efficient landscaping Mulch used where appropriate and efficiently Use of plants so the least amount of water is used Plants located to be maintained easily throughout the season • • • • Overall Planning Landscaping does not interfere with foot traffic Landscaping does not obscure motor traffic or signage Landscaping complies with Lee’s Summit regulations Submit your entry: Mail/Walk-in: LS Beautification Commission, c/o LSPR 220 SE Green Street • Lee’s Summit, MO 64063 Scan & Email:[email protected] Fax: (816) 969-1515 Questions? 816.969.1500 Show us what you’ve got! We want to see how you have helped beautify your property and Lee’s Summit! Show us your potted plants and porches, your winding paths and secret hideaways, or your prized rose gardens or chrysanthemums. Most of all, show us your love of gardening. No matter what type of garden or landscape you have, there is a category for you! It’s a great way to share and encourage enthusiasm for gardening and landscaping while showing off your personal gardening style to the citizens of Lee’s Summit. Landscape Contest Rules Open to all residents within the Lee’s Summit city limits. Applicants may submit an entry for ONE CATEGORY ONLY. Entries must be postmarked by June 15, 2015. Judges may place entries in a more suitable category at their discretion. The decision of the judges is final. For more information call 816.969.1500. All gardens and personal property shall be at the risk of the exhibitor. The Beautification Commission shall not be liable for loss or damage from any cause whatsoever. All names and addresses of the winning participants shall become part of the public record and may be included in print media and on the City’s website. Any photos taken of the entries shall remain the property of the City of Lee’s Summit and may be used for promotional purposes. Deadline for entries is JUNE 15, 2015. Judging will take place June 27 - 28. Results will be announced after August 1 with the presentation of awards taking place at a LS City Council meeting followed by a participant reception. Awards: An attractive yard sign recognizing the winning landscape. Recognition at a City Council meeting, as well as gift certificates or merchandise from the following sponsors: Grass Pad; Suburban Lawn and Garden; Rosehill Gardens; Springtime Garden Center; Nick’s Greenleaf Gardens; Randy’s Lakeview Nursery; Heartland Nursery and Garden Center; Weed Man; Westlake East. ners in W e c la P 2014 1st Front Landscape Patio/Deck/Container Back Landscape Front & Back Landscape Subdivision Entrance Before and After Lee’s Summit Landscape Contest 2015 Entry Form Contact Name: ______________________________________________ Phone Number: _____________________________________________ Email __________________________________________ y t u a e b e h t p a r Unw i n you r ya rd ! T LEE’S SUMMI E LANDSCAP CONTEST 2 0 1 5 E n t e r by Ju n e 1 5 ! Address of Landscape Entry: ___________________________________________________________ Street Address Zip Code Entry Categories: (Check ONE CATEGORY ONLY ) Before & After (Submit your “Before” photo with entry form) Front & Back Front Only Back Only Patio/Deck/Container Garden Water Garden Subdivision Entrance I agree to allow my name, address and/or photo of my entry to be published publicly via websites, newspapers and future brochures. Signature _________________________________ Date ____________ www.lsparks.net • 816.969.1500
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