WesterFlora began the same year the AmeriFlora 92 International Flower Show was held in Columbus. Communities throughout Central Ohio conducted local gardening contests in conjunction with AmeriFlora some lasted for a few years after the AmeriFlora show, but only Westerville's WesterFlora continues as an annual event.

WesterFlora has evolved from a judged gardening competition to a non-competitive garden tour leading to greater community participation. Members of the Westerville Civic Beautification Committee select gardens for the tour from the entries received, and those that best represent landscape diversity, uniqueness, and horticultural expression.

Entry forms: The forms will be available here on line and in the lobby of the Westerville Community Center at 350 N. Cleveland Avenue or the entrance area of the Westerville Public Library at 126 S. State Street starting on May 5, 2012. Entries can be placed in the entry boxes at the aforementioned locations, you may also scan and email the forms provided to Karen Hovey (karenhovey@aol.com), Or they can be mailed to: WesterFlora Garden Tour; 995 Egret Court; Westerville, OH 43082-7490. All entries, to be considered for the tour, must be received by June 16, 2012 at 5 p.m. Entries are open to residents of 43081 and 43082 zip code areas of Westerville or within the Westerville School District.