PHOTO GALLERY: Floral Design Challenge

Clare Milligan bends a stock of ginger for her entry for the Sarasota Garden Club Floral Design Challenge.

Emily Yaffe explains the elements in her floral design.

Eleanor Yates tinkers with her design that proved to be the favorite and overall winner.

Emily Yaffe prunes her floral design.

Dorothy Thompson wore all of her ribbons during the competition.

Jen Ruff adds to her floral design.

Barbara Roa bends a branch of fox tail for her floral arrangement.

Barabara Roa participated in the Floral Design Challenge for the Sarasota Garden Club.

Dorothy Thompson’s creation for the competition.

A contest entry by Clare Milligan.

Olivia Haynes, Jane Lawrence and CJ Danna.

Mary Lee, Joy Lightcap and Dianne Beaver watch contestants during the Floral Design Challenge at the Sarasota Garden Club.