Presented by PROVIDENT BANK

Cincinnati, Ohio (USA) - Whether you’re an avid garden enthusiast, a week-end weed warrior, or you’re in search of the greatest gardening ideas, the 15th Anniversary Cincinnati Flower Show presented by Provident Bank will win you over with fresh ideas and outstanding horticulture! From the 30 show-stopping garden exhibits in the Grand Marquee sponsored by Delta, to Posyville, a pint-sized interactive children’s village, you’re sure to find something fun to enjoy when the Cincinnati Flower Show returns to the banks of beautiful Lake Como at historic Coney Island, April 21-25, 2004.

In the spirit of the Show’s theme, ‘A Living Canvas’, exhibitors take inspiration from artistic masterpieces unearthing ties between art and horticulture. Pristine white pavilions and beautiful vistas provide the setting for a wealth of gardening and design ideas, top quality shopping in the Marketplace, preeminent gardening experts, wonderful Afternoon Teas, and so much more!

Experience a unique new sensation as you are drawn into Splendid Spaces, a breathtaking exhibit presented by Closson’s, where designers’ talents create a room by room collection of flowers, antiques, art and furnishings. Bringing the outdoors inside, a peaceful woodland bedroom adorned with living quilts of foliage atop lush floral carpets evoke peaceful dreams. Urns brimming with brilliant flower hues rest on an elegant veranda living room merging interior spaces with the outdoors. Landscape architects, interior designers, and other ‘outside-the-box’ thinkers showcase their the best designs in these captivating rooms.

Step into the enchanted realm of fairies in The Primrose Garden, created by Minnesota-based designer, Kathryn Swenson of Gnomenculture, Inc., which celebrates spring’s first floral bloom with the charm of a magical fairy garden. Miniature English Boxwoods ring the centerpiece fairy garden fountain and a gentle waterfall flows into a peaceful stream while sprightly garden fairies dance playfully in this teeny charmed garden.

The Hamilton County Park District invites you to revisit the splendor of childhood in A Wizard’s Garden, a magical setting blending together the world of trains with the fantasy world of storybook tales amidst the pristine beauty of enchanting gardens. Only natural materials such as bark, branch, leaf and seed pod are used to construct the scenes and to create endless details. This truly unique conception is cleverly interpreted by award-winning landscape architect, Paul Busse of Applied Imagination.

Art marries horticulture with mesmerizing results at the newly expanded Artists’ Studio. The region’s most accomplished artists receive rave reviews for their cutting-edge, horticulturally inspired sculptures, paintings, pottery and ceramics. Situated along the banks of lovely Lake Como, visitors will encounter impressive sculptures and pottery pieces as they stroll among the imaginative works. A select group of "plein-air" artists on the grounds will feature their art work available for purchase.

Learn the language of flowers when you travel through the International Exhibit of the Amateur Flower Show. Fascinating cultural artifacts and authentic dress from Japan, Pakistan, Scotland, Africa, Egypt, India and Scandinavia inspire beautiful amateur floral arrangements. Highlights include a dazzling Indian wedding scene which sets off the vibrant red and yellow flower creations; and spectacular African ceremonial apparel complement exquisite floral displays. The language of flowers bridges cultures and unites us in our love of nature.

Cutting edge and exquisite, Dramatic Table Settings, sponsored by Haberer Registered Investment Advisor, Inc. and Tiffany & Co., features floral centerpieces, lavish accents and eclectic combinations which transform tables into breathtaking tablescapes.

The Window Boxes exhibits presented by Pella, and the Container Garden exhibits are perennial favorites which return with brilliant designs for the 2004 Show.

Country Living GARDENER’S Ask the Experts, presents gardening demonstration tips and a Q&A session. Gardener’s Market features over 100 vendors from across the country, and the ever-popular Plant Market is bigger than ever before with a wide selection of flora. Daily Afternoon Teas are a cherished Flower Show tradition and the Distinguished Lecture Series presented by Fiskars offers cutting-edge gardening and floral design tips!

WHAT Cincinnati Flower Show presented by Provident Bank

WHEN Tuesday, April 20 - Opening Night Gala 6:00 pm -10:00 pm

Wednesday, April 21 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

(*Friends Preview: 9:00 am - 11:00 am) Thursday, April 22 - Saturday, April 24 9:00 am - 8:00 pm

Sunday, April 25 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

THEME A Living Canvas

VENUE Glorious Coney Island, on the banks of Lake Como, is a picturesque setting and a Cincinnati favorite for over 100 years with unprecedented vistas along the Ohio River. The Show is handicapped accessible and provides abundant rest areas, concessions and parking.

ADMISSION Adults at the Gate $16.00 Children 3-12: $3.00

Advance Purchase Adults: $12.00 Tickets are good any day

ATTENDANCE 65,000+ visitors during the five days of the Show

Advance general admission tickets available beginning March 15 at all area Kroger stores and Provident Bank locations

By phone at 513-872-5194 or 1-800-670-6808 (long distance). Order on-line at www.cincyflowershow.com