Poly, I think that you are correct in stating that the local club decides if they shall have an off scape category. Personally, I believe that it would encourage more people to show their flowers. Many new members are intimidated by their lack of experience n grooming, plus they don't want to sacrifice their only scape of it, they'd rather see all of the blooms in their garden. Also, that off scape bloom is only going to last that day, so others can see it and admire it. Some clubs actually have more entries in off scape than on scape. So, someone must be in favor of it. You can tell that I am for it. Encourage your club to include it, they might see that there are several exhibited. The public probably doesn't care, and isn't that what we are supposed to be promoting- more people liking DLs?
