40th International Plant Fair from January 23 to 26, 2024 at Messe Essen

For the 40th time, the International Plant Fair IPM will be launching at Messe Essen from January 23 to 26, 2024 - and with a new look. With the slogan "Our heart beats green" and a visual showing a heart overgrown with plants, the great bond between the industry and IPM ESSEN, as well as the importance…

Fresh Impact Tours 2023 brings IFPA to members backyards

International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) held the first Fresh Impact Tour stop last week in Salinas, California, in partnership with host Taylor Farms. The tours bring…

Syngenta Flowers wins award for show garden at Shanghai International Flowers Show 2023

At Shanghai International Flower Show, Syngenta Flowers was invited to participate in the show and build a show garden, demonstrating the great performance of our genetics. Our scenic spot was unanimously praised by the experts in the competition of scenic spot layout and won the platinum award! For the…

"Vietnam has a huge potential to promote Gerbera"

On May 13, breeder Dümmen Orange partnered with PH Biotech farm (HIVICO) in Da Lat, Lam Dong province, to introduce a collection of 16 Gerbera varieties to the Vietnamese market. The event drew the participation of more than 40 prominent growers from various regions across Vietnam, members of the Dalat…

UK: HTA shines a spotlight on member and advocacy success at RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2023

The Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) members are celebrating success at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, with 18 awards being won by HTA and Association of Professional Landscapers (APL) members, including the esteemed Best in Show recognition and a coveted People's Choice award. Additionally, the…

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UK: Award-winning Chelsea Flower Show garden to go on display in Hampshire

A triple award-winning RHS Chelsea Flower Show garden will bloom in the New Forest this summer. The stunning sanctuary garden for those living with rare dementias and their carers will soon be on display at Exbury Gardens. The National Brain Appeal’s ‘Rare Space’ garden won a gold medal, best Sanctuary…

NL: An extra-summery edition of Delishow in week 24

In week 24, the Netherlands will once again be buzzing with international flower and plant lovers. At Deliflor too, there will be many new products to admire in the field of disbudded and spray chrysanthemums and Santinis. The greenhouse boasts a flower trial packed with novelties and interesting test…

International honor for the Kortrijk Rose Garden: visit from the World Federation of Rose Societies (WFRS)

Rose flowering season starts in June. Traditionally, the Rose Garden in Kortrijk, Belgium, is in the spotlight with a grand Rose Festival on June 25. The Rose Garden also receives international interest. On June 4, the World Federation of Rose Societies (WFRS) will come to Kortrijk with a delegation of…

Lily League is the voice of the Dutch Lily Days

Within a week, the annual lily festival will recommence for the 11th time. From June 6-9, Onings Holland Flowerbulbs and 13 other Lily companies will open their greenhouses to show the lilies of today and tomorrow. This draws a lot of attention and reaction from all corners of the lily branch. All…

“It is wonderful to see our plans coming together on the nursery”

With the National Plant Show 2023 less than a month away, The Bransford Webbs Plant Company are in full swing with planning their stand and looking forward to meeting customers in person across the two day event. The National Plant Show is the perfect opportunity to meet customers, current and new, and highlight…

UK: Glee visitors invited to GCA’s stand at the show

The team from the Garden Centre Association (GCA) have a stand at Glee this month (June 2023), where existing members and those interested in finding out more about the organization can drop by. The GCA will be at the event at the National Exhibition Centre (NEC) in Birmingham in Hall 8, Stand 8C70-D71,…

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South Korea: Indoor flower show to open in Daegu

South Korea’s largest indoor flower show, the Daegu Flower Show, is scheduled to take place from Friday to Sunday at EXCO in Daegu, around 230 kilometers south of Seoul. This year marks its 14th anniversary. With the resurgence of travel demand as normal life resumes, municipal governments have witnessed…

Floranova to showcase new and flagship varieties at FlowerTrials 2023

During the FlowerTrials, from June 13-16, many new, existing and potential varieties will be presented at different locations throughout the Netherlands and in Germany. Floranova, a specialised breeder of flower seed varieties for the professional bedding and pot plant sector, is one of the participating…

"Over 525 stands at GreenTech Amsterdam"

GreenTech, the international horticultural trade fair, is set to experience significant growth this year with 525 stands. According to Mariska Dreschler, the Director of Horticulture – GreenTech Global, themes such as chemical-free farming and renewable energy are trending in the industry, also there is…

Sion Young Plants to open its doors from June 6 to 16

From June 6 through June 16, breeder Sion Young Plants will open its doors exclusively to fellow professionals during 'Sion Open June.' During the open days, all their…

UK: Chelsea Flower Show garden damaged after Just Stop Oil protest

Three women have been arrested on suspicion of criminal damage after a Chelsea Flower Show garden was targeted by Just Stop Oil Protesters on Thursday morning (May 25).…

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Bangladesh: 20 officials to learn flower farming

A team of 20 officers will go abroad for an educational tour and learn flower cultivation. For this, the proposed expenditure is Tk 7.53 crore. Such a proposal is made in the project to set up a flower research center. However, the Planning Commission vetoed it. A PEC (Project Evaluation Committee)…

Still possible to join the Netherlands pavilion at Expo AgroAlimentaria Guanajuato, Mexico

Are you a Dutch company, active in agriculture, and looking for an interesting opportunity to get in touch with your target group in Mexico? Then joining the Netherlands pavilion at the Expo AgroAlimentaria Guanajuato might just be the opportunity to seize. This year the agricultural team of The Netherlands…

"For us, the key aim is to push the boundaries and do things differently"

At this year's GreenTech, Grodan showcases the latest innovations and all elements of Grodan's growing solutions. A bonus this year is Grodan's promise of an exciting announcement on June 13, inviting you to stay tuned for what's coming. Pushing the boundariesThomas Peters, Business Development Manager…

Photo Report: Greenhouse Management Training Day, China:“ Knowledge, Awareness, Sharing“

On May 17, 2023, the New Green Training Day came to a successful end. The event was organized by Hoogendoorn in cooperation with NewGreen, one of the world's largest Phalaenopsis & Anthurium cut flower base located in Shandong, in Eastern China. Several companies were invited, including Hao Yu, Van…

Danziger to present cut flower novelties at FlowerTrials and IFTEX

Growers, wholesalers, retailers, exporters, and industry professionals, will have a unique opportunity to view Danziger's full flower assortment at IFTEX Kenya, taking place from June 6 to June 8. In parallel to the IFTEX event, Danziger Kenya will host visitors in Danziger Open Days taking place in…

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Flower industry boosts tourism in SW China's village

More than 500 mu (about 33.33 hectares) of snapdragon blossoms in Yaogujiang Village, Majiang County of southwest China's Guizhou Province, have attracted lots of visitors at the beginning of summer. The flower industry, which integrates planting, processing, selling, and sightseeing, has boosted local…

Meet David Austin’s new rose star at Chelsea Flower Show

David Austin – the Rolls Royce of rose breeders in England – has unveiled its new apricot rose at the Chelsea Flower Show 2023. David Austin® Roses presented its new English shrub rose named after Danny Clarke – The Black Gardener, with $10,000 from the proceeds donated to not-for-profit Grow2Know. Not…

FlowerTrials widens its regional horizons in week 24

Registration for FlowerTrials, the ornamentals breeding event of the year, has been open for several weeks now. Many dedicated visitors from all over the world have been quick to register for their annual opportunity to view all that is new and inspirational in pot and bedding plants. Regular…

US: Attendees learn to respond & adapt to economic uncertainty at SAF Phoenix 2023

This September, the Society of American Florists will host SAF Phoenix 2023, the organization's 138th annual convention, at the Westin Kierland Resort & Spa in Scottsdale, Arizona. The 3-day event will take place Sept 6-9 and focus on helping business owners respond and adapt to the growing inflation and…

US (CA): 2024 Fun 'N Sun Floral Convention

The 2024 Fun 'N Sun Floral Convention, held at the Omni La Costa Resort & Spa on Sept. 4 - 7, 2024. "We're looking forward to another amazing event, with attendees enjoying our legendary California hospitality. Alongside the popular Flower Fair and Grower Tour, we'll provide the most recent announcements…

NL: A colorful season for Keukenhof

For the past eight weeks, Keukenhof has bloomed into a colorful spring park. Every week was different: first, the crocuses, hyacinths, and daffodils started flowering, followed by the larger varieties and the tulips. Almost 1.4 million people visited Keukenhof this season, and they gave the flower…

US: Career development, connections, and industry intel on tap for SAF's Next Gen Live!

Alexandria, VA — May 19, 2023 —The Society of American Florists' Next Gen Live! is returning to Miami next month. From June 11-13, young floral professionals will gather with their peers (45 and younger) from all segments of the industry for 3 days of networking, learning, and immersive experiences.  In addition…

Precision Growing: optimal plant balance discussed in webinar

Precision Growing is a growing strategy that focuses on addressing the specific needs of plants. Answering these needs at the right time will result in optimal plant balance, which ultimately leads to higher yields. Sounds easy - but how to achieve this? To help greenhouse growers improve their…

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HTA members to take stage at RHS Chelsea 2023

Members of the Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) are set to dazzle visitors at the highly anticipated RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2023, which springs to life from Tuesday, 23 May to Saturday, 27 May 2023, transforming the grounds of the Royal Hospital, Chelsea into a haven of inspirational gardens. With…

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Integrated pest and pollinator management for ornamental plants

Pollinator Week takes place June 19-23. Celebrate with AmericanHort and Horticultural Research Institute (HRI) by attending pollinator-focused webinars for the green industry. The first webinar will focus on pollinator-friendly Integrated Pest Management (IPM) strategies. The decline of several insect…

US (CO): CSU announces annual Flower Trial Garden’s 2022 winning flowers

The Colorado State University has released a list of flowers straight from their Annual Flower Trial Garden. The garden, which spans nearly three acres on the east side of the Fort Collins campus, is a Northern Colorado showpiece with a focused research and outreach purpose. Each year, the Annual Flower…

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IFPA advocates for produce and floral industry innovation at AIM for climate summit

As the fresh produce and floral industries continue enhancing their sustainability and environmental stewardship initiatives, recently the International Fresh Produce Association helped shine a light on the ongoing work of its members and global community to improve the health of the planet during the…

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CAN (BC): Heat wave forces early end of tulip festival in North Okanagan

The Bloom Tulip Festival in Armstrong will be ending two full weeks early due to the scorching heat. "The extreme heat has not been kind to our fields, and the tulips are getting crispy," the festival said in an Instagram post on Monday. This was the second year the festival was held in the North…

The Netherlands Pavilion and Forum at 25th HortiflorExpo IPM Shanghai 2023

This April, the 25th HortiflorExpo IPM China was successfully held in Shanghai. HortiflorExpo IPM is Asia's leading brand exhibition of flowers, horticulture, and gardening industries. In this context also, a China-Netherlands Facility Agriculture Seminar was organized. At the IPM exhibition, more than…

US: Governor Larry Hogan to keynote Impact Washington Legislative Summit​

Building upon key advocacy successes for the green industry, AmericanHort is pleased to announce popular two-term Maryland Governor Larry Hogan will headline the AmericanHort Impact Washington…

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India: Tulip garden Sanasar records over 53,000 visitors

Sanasar Tulip Garden witnessed a huge footfall of tourists this year. More than 53 thousand tourists from different places of the country visited the spread over 40 kanal (5 acres) of land in the picturesque Sanasar area famous for its green Alpine meadows. Around 2.75 lakh tulip bulbs of 25 varieties…

World Floral Expo 2023 canceled

The World Floral Expo 2023 has been canceled, the organizers report. "Due to circumstances beyond our control, it has been decided to cancel the 2023 edition of WFE, scheduled to take place this coming September 7th – 8th in New York City," said Dick van Raamsdonk, CEO of HPP International Exhibition Group.  "It is an extra disappointment…

Almost 1.4 million visitors for Keukenhof

Keukenhof has successfully concluded the 2023 season. It represented a ‘welcome back’ to visitors from around the globe. The former gave the flower exhibition an 8.6. Almost 1.4 million people visited the park over the eight weeks it was open. The majority of visitors originated from the Netherlands (20%),…

Nine Plantipp novelties shortlisted for Chelsea 2023

Nine novelties within Plantipp management have been shortlisted at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show this year. The novelties will be presented by Fairweather's, T&M, Hillier, Burncoose, and Haylot. Flower power and innovative colorsFirst on the shortlist is the latest innovation by De Wet Breeders in South…

The 6th annual Alexandra Farms Garden Rose Design contest is now open

Floral designers worldwide are invited to share their best work using garden roses in the Alexandra Farms Garden Rose Design Contest. Full and fragrant, with ruffled petals and delicate to vibrant hues, fresh-cut garden roses are a favorite with designers everywhere. In our sixth annual competition, we…

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CAN (ON): 12,000 free tulips available at Toronto’s Nathan Phillips Square this Sunday

Toronto’s Nathan Phillips Square will be covered with 12,000 free tulips for the public to pick up this weekend in celebration of Dutch Heritage Month.  “Thank You, Toronto” Tulip Day is happening on Sunday, May 21, by the Consulate General of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Toronto, in participation with…

12 new varieties on display at Morel Diffusion during FlowerTrials

During the FlowerTrials, from June 13-16, Morel Diffusion will present their 12 novelties in cyclamen, which are included in their new catalog 2023-2024. Like other years, they will have a display at Royal Van Zanten in Rijsenhout, the Netherlands. In this article, three of their novelties are…

US: Jet Fresh Growers showcases the flower industry to University of Pittsburgh

Jet Fresh Flower Growers was recently visited by a group of business students from the University of Pittsburgh. The University students toured several companies in the top exporting industries of Ecuador. Jet Fresh Flower Growers was chosen as one of the companies to visit due to their reputation as…

UK: Nest Nurseries Garden Project wins Helping Your Community Grow

Dobbies announces its national Helping Your Community Grow winner, seeing Nest Nurseries Garden Project receive gardening products, advice, and support to enhance their…

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UK: "It's just surreal, reflecting back and thinking I was actually a part of that"

A small, family-run floristry business played a part on the national stage for the Coronation of King Charles III. Floral Media are artisan flower growers based in Caunton, near Newark, and supplied seasonal British flowers to be displayed in Westminster Abbey during the Coronation service, in the Quire,…

Scotland: Horti industry gathers with MSPs at Holyrood to discuss Scottish Environmental Horticulture Growth Strategy

MSPs joined experts, professionals, and academics from Scotland’s horticulture sector at the Scottish Parliament on Wednesday, May 10, at a reception to discuss the future of the industry in relation to the well-being economy, the environment, planning, and health. Hosted by the Horticultural Trades Association…

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UK: Spalding Flower Parade returns with millions of tulips on show

Millions of blooms have been cut for a famous flower parade which is being held for the first time in a decade. The annual Spalding Flower Parade began in 1959 but was abandoned after the 2013 event due to costs. Stephen Timewell said he revived the parade after a comment he made about bringing it back…

Danziger to launch a new program at Flower Trials tailored to home gardeners

Danziger will open the 2024 season at Flower Trials with an innovative new concept: Garden to Vase, enabling consumers to get the best from their gardens: GROW. CUT. ENJOY. REPEAT As a part of this new concept, Danziger has leveraged its experience in cut flower breeding to the selection of the most…

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Next flight for the 'We Need More Flowers' campaign in Germany and France

The ‘We Need More Flowers’ campaign of the Flower Council of Holland is being reintroduced this year in Germany and France. The new version of the campaign will be launched on June 1 in Germany and last for three weeks, while French consumers will be inspired from June 19, also for a period of three…

Future leaders wanted for new edition Mastercourse Floriculture

Following a very successful edition in January 2023, Jungle Talks is partnering again with leading floricultural suppliers in organizing the Pro Manager Mastercourse Floriculture from January 15 – 26, 2023. In addition, Jungle Talks teams up for the third time with AIPH in organizing the 'Young…

European Championship for Young Florist to take place in Slovenia, August 23-27

The European Championship for Young Florists –will take place in the historic Arboretum Volčji Potok botanical garden in Slovenia from August 23 to 27, 2023. The event is being organized by the Association of Florists and Gardeners of Slovenia and Arboretum Volčji Potok, with supervision from Florint,…

UK: Coronation flowers express royal feelings without words

Those watching the Coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla at Westminster Abbey may have wondered why there wasn’t an abundance of flowers popping on the screen.…

Entries called for The National Rose Trial Garden Of Australia

Entries for the NRTGA 2023 rose trial are now being called for. This is a two-year trial for all cultivars except climbers, which are trialed for three years. Rules and Conditions of the trial are available on their website: http://www.nationalrosetrialgarden.net.au/rules-conditions/  There have been no changes…

Book a tour of a Dutch greenhouse during the GreenTech 2023

DryGair and Royal Brinkman are inviting all interested parties to join their annual tour of an advanced greenhouse in the Netherlands the day before GreenTech 2023. The visit is aimed towards growers and greenhouse operators, as well as the horticulture industry and academic figures. The visit includes a…

Ecuador seeks European participants for unique matchmaking events

The Embassy of Ecuador in the Netherlands is proud to announce the appointment of Juan Carlos Yépez Franco as its new Head of Commercial - Pro Ecuador in advance of delivering several significant networking events focused on sustainable trade. Juan Carlos Yépez Franco, new Head of Commercial - Pro…

UK: Seasonal flowers at the Coronation service of The King and The Queen Consort

Seasonal flowers and foliage from all over the United Kingdom have arrived at Westminster Abbey, ahead of the Coronation of The King and The Queen Consort on 6th May. The…

Garden designer picks Wyevale Nurseries’ stock for RHS Malvern Spring Festival

Garden designer Peter Dowle has chosen plants from Wyevale Nurseries to feature in his show garden at RHS Malvern Spring Festival next week – including its new Hedera Algerian Bellecour® (May 11-14, 2023). Multi-gold medallist Peter, from Leaf Creative, who also founded Howle Hill Nursery, a landscape…

South Korea: Collaboration with eco city Suncheon for its International Garden Expo 2023

Sunchoen City, in the South Jeolla province of Korea, is known for the Suncheon Bay, one of the world's top 5 coastal wetlands, and the city holds the International Garden Expo in 2023 for the second time since 2013. The Netherlands participated in the first expo in 2013 and designed the Dutch garden…

Empowerment Zone at Floriexpo: a space for professional development and personal growth

Floriexpo is one of the largest B2B floral trade shows in the US, and it’s not just about finding new products and suppliers. It also offers an opportunity to learn and grow…

The cooperation between GrootGroenPlus and Varb continues

Varb and trade fair GrootGroenPlus (GGP) are moving fast and decisively, with the aim to create the best type of visibility for outdoor green, using their cooperation. Both…

Dutch pavilion at SIAM, the 'wide-ranging agricultural fair' in Morocco

The Salon International de l'Agriculture au Maroc (SIAM) is currently being held in Morocco. All the agricultural sectors are represented at this prominent trade show. The fair also features a Dutch pavilion with the companies LBP, Horti XS, Angel Eggs, PUM, AgriPrecision, Filata, Geerlofs, Hoogendoorn, Koppert,…

NL: Orchid Inspiration Days welcomes new participant

In two months, the eighth edition of the Orchid Inspiration Days will take place. Registrations have now opened and the first visitors are registering. Although until recently the alliance consisted of ten progressive companies, one more company has joined them: Geest Potplanten.    Participants Orchid Inspiration Days 2023This year…

The Netherlands to be host country at ExpoPlantas in Bogotá

Colombia, as a flower exporter, has been among the global leaders for decades, but recently the potted plant sector has also been on the rise. Therefore, ExpoPlantas is hosting the Netherlands as an invited country in Bogotá from September 20-22, 2023. The exhibition participation is organized by the…

Agrivoltaics – Harvesting solar power

The world population is growing, as is the demand for food. To tackle the climate crisis, the world needs both agricultural land and surfaces for the deployment of photovoltaics (PV). In line with the zeitgeist, agricultural PV brings together both worlds: agriculture and renewable power generation.…

Perennial Plant Symposium 2023 to take place on July 24-28, 2023

The 2023 Perennial Plant Association National Symposium will be July 24-28, 2023 in Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada. With exciting tours, educational sessions, and networking opportunities, you’ll have the chance to explore botanical gardens, meet industry experts, and attend the unforgettable special…

NL: Has Floriade become obsolete?

The world horticultural exhibition Floriade will cease to exist. No new edition of the event will be organized in 2023. According to the Dutch Horticultural Council (NTR), last year’s expo in Almere made it clear that the concept no longer fits in with these times. After seven editions, the curtain falls…

Floral Fundamentals launches their first 2-day Open Door Event

Floral Fundamentals has decided to open its doors to visitors for the first time on 24 and 25 June 2023. Visitors will be welcomed at more than 14 of their growers, can take part in lectures, witness the behind-the-scenes work that goes on in their photo shoots and see ongoing demonstrations too.…

FloriCon 2023: A business focused trade show for UK florists

"After the roaring success of FleurEx 2022, we are excited to introduce you to the all-new FloriCon business-focused trade show on October 14 and 15, 2023", the British Florist Association announces. "Hundreds of professional florists, floristry students, and industry suppliers will come together to be…

Starflor grows quickly and presents offer on open days

With the addition of several new customers, the offer on the marketplace of Starflor has increased significantly lately. The company facilitates growers in terms of sales, fulfillment, and promotion, and at the same time, it is also becoming increasingly more used as a purchasing platform for buyers. At…

US (CA): In May, Union Square will be in “full bloom” again

Do you remember this year's American Tulip Day (March 4, 2023), where bustling crowds of 30-35,000 people were gathering at the city's heart to kick off the start of spring and celebrate International Women's Day? The event hosted by Royal Anthos in collaboration with the Netherlands Consulate in San…

Chelsea Flower Show 2023 to rebrand weeds as flowers

Looks like London’s Chelsea Flower Show 2023 agrees with what I have always felt. Labels are often unfair, and many weeds can and should be looked at as beautiful flowers. Four of the twelve show gardens will feature “weeds” as horticulturalists move to rebrand them as “resilient plants” and garden…

HTA announces 2023 Grower of the Year Awards

The Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) has announced its 2023 search to find the UK’s best growers.   Following a successful launch last year, with two of our winners going on…

UK: Kiosks & websites to feature royal clematis and roses for coronation

Garden centres can feature crown-worthy clematis and regal roses on their websites and touchscreen Kiosks with Joy of Plants’ new ‘Coronation & spring gift plants’ Plant Finder group (April 2023). The company has added the special section to help customers and staff at garden centers nationwide find…

IFTEX 2023 opening in less than two months

The 2023 edition of the Kenyan International Flower Trade Exhibition IFTEX  will take place in less than two months. So, it’s time to book your flight to see the latest of what the Kenyan flower industry has to offer. There are several new growers on board this year, as well as brokers who export flowers from…

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China: Pingyin rose events to 'bloom' in May

The 2023 China Rose Products Expo and the 2023 Pingyin Rose Culture Festival will kick off on May 6, officials announced at a news conference on April 21 held in Pingyin, which is known as China's "capital of roses." This year's expo includes three major events, an opening ceremony, forums, and an…

Türkiye: A new date for Expo Kahramanmaraş 2023

The International Association of Horticultural Producers (AIPH) welcomes rescheduling the opening for Expo Kahramanmaraş 2023 to Saturday, August 12, considering the immense effects of the 7.8 and 7.7 earthquakes that devastated the lives of millions. ‘Nature-Friendly City and Sensitivity’ is the…

"Pearl of the Baltics"

Luxurious flower festivals are held not only in the Netherlands. You can enjoy the flower splendor, amazing colors, and richness of flower varieties at the Lithuanian Pakruojis Manor, which is located exactly in the middle between the two Baltic capitals, just a two-hour drive from Vilnius or Riga. The largest and most unique…

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UK: Flowers we might expect to see at King Charles III’s coronation

The King’s Coronation flowers may seem like a small part of the monumental day, but each bloom will be carefully selected for specific reasons. Whether at coronations, within wedding bouquets, or at the funerals of Royal Family members, each flower holds special significance. Flowers have already been…

What to expect at the FlowerTrials 2023?

From June 13-16, the FlowerTrials will take place again, welcoming ornamental horticulture professionals from all over the world. During this event, 60 breeders of pot and bedding plants will present their innovations, product ranges, and concepts at several locations in the Netherlands and Germany. What…

US (CA): "Another successful year for the Pasadena Tournament of Roses’ #THISGen: Youth Empowerment Forum"

The Pasadena Tournament of Roses hosted the #ThisGen2023 Youth Empowerment Forum presented by Meta. The event brought together more than 250 Southern California youth. It featured an impressive lineup of panelists from some of the most influential sports, entertainment, and technology organizations,…

Netherlands: Worldwide interest for Keukenhof

Keukenhof is blooming, and many visitors are enjoying the flowers. In 2019, a record-breaking 1.5 million people visited the spring garden. Will the record be broken this year? We will see. Last week, during the Easter holidays, the park was already fully booked, and it was again this weekend. We also…

US (CO): Horticulture and Landscape Architecture to hold mixer series

Colorado State University’s Department of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture is hosting a series of mixers – “Come to the Table with HLA” – to promote Colorado’s horticulture and landscape industry. The four events will feature opportunities to learn more about the department’s teaching, research…

UK: GCA opens applications for 2023 Rising Stars program

Garden Centre Association (GCA) members are being invited to nominate staff for the organization’s 2023 Rising Stars program sponsored by Westland Horticulture (April 2023). The GCA is requesting nominations by May 14, 2023. Peter Burks, GCA Chief Executive, says: “We’re delighted to announce that the…

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Tulipmania brings Türkiye’s love of tulips to Singapore at Gardens by the Bay

The Netherlands is synonymous with the tulip, but you may be surprised to learn that the beloved flower is native to Central Asia and Türkiye. For the next few weeks until May 21, the Flower Dome at Gardens by the Bay will pay tribute to the Turkish roots of the bloom with Tulipmania: Origins Of The…

Sea of colors at Open House NIRP Ecuador

On April 13 and 14, NIRP Ecuador's Open House took place at their showcase located in Cayambe, Ecuador. The complete NIRP team was there to welcome the visitors, which were, among others, growers, traders, the Expoflores, partners, and the press. They presented their current and new varieties in…

2023 Hortiflorexpo IPM Shanghai Exhibition: How to find a sustainable way to make profits has become the focus of attention

The 25th Hortiflorexpo IPM Shanghai Exhibition was opened grandly at the Shanghai New International Expo Center on April 13. The opening ceremony was hosted by Wu Jianghong, chairman and general manager of Shanghai International Exhibition Center Co., Ltd. Zhang Yinchao, secretary general of China Flower…

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India: 50 women entrepreneurs active in orchid floriculture attend meeting

To strengthen women bio-entrepreneurs, the Institute of Bioresources and Sustainable Development (IBSD), through its orchid floriculture project, organized a program at the Orchidarium in Upper Shillong. The program was attended by 50 beneficiaries who shared their experiences and were made acquainted…

US: Ball Horticultural becomes national sponsor of Field to Vase Dinner tour reception

Certified American Grown (CAG) is delighted to announce Ball Horticultural Company as the reception sponsor for the 2023 award-winning national Field to Vase Dinner tour. Ball…

Kazakhstan: Flora.Garden.Village show in full swing in Astana

The exhibition “Flora.Garden.Village” took off today in the capital of Kazakhstan, Astana. At this 3-day event, more than 100 exhibitors from 10 countries Belarus, the Netherlands, Italy, Kazakhstan, Colombia, Latvia, Kenya, Russia, Israel, Ecuador) are participating. The show is organized only shortly after the…

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Skagit Valley tulips begin to bloom after late start to season

Earlier this month, tulip fields were nothing but stems of green. But the tulips at RoozenGaarde farm are finally beginning to bloom. Brent Roozen said the farm started to see more colors from the tulips over the past couple of days. He said it has been difficult dealing with the late bloom because of…

Grower releases new 'Shades of Beautiful Guide' and on-demand 'Fresh Color for Spring' webinar

Bring new ideas for color, texture, and fresh designs to your customers this season with two new resources from Monrovia. The company is offering its new Shades of Beautiful plant palette guide and Fresh Color for Spring webinar. Both are packed with information on plant combinations, color trends, and…

US (OR): Registration opens for 50th anniversary Farwest Show

Attendee and exhibitor registration is now open for the 50th-anniversary edition of the Farwest Show in Portland, Oregon.  The three-day trade show and conference is happening Wednesday, August 23, through Friday, August 25, at the Oregon Convention Center in Portland, Oregon. It is produced by the Oregon…

Preparations for IFTF are well underway

Preparations for the International Floriculture Trade Fair (IFTF) 2023 are well underway and on schedule. The event will start on Wednesday, November 8, and last to Friday, November 10, 2023, to be held in Expo Greater Amsterdam, located in Vijfhuizen, NH, in The Netherlands. Click here to see the FloralDaily…

US: Apply for SAF's industry awards by May 1

The Society of American Florists is calling for nominations for several awards, which will be bestowed upon honorees during SAF Phoenix 2023, SAF’s 138th annual convention in…

Schreurs hosts Brazilian floral influencers for an insightful technical visit

Schreurs welcomed a group of renowned Brazilian floral influencers for a technical visit on April 14. The visit was part of an extensive program and was organized by Flortec Treinamentos Cursos e Eventos and our Brazilian agent, Karís Trading Plants. The aim of the visit was to gain insights into our rose…

Orchids and fashion meet at Inspiration Event of The Orchid Growers

On Thursday, 13 April, orchid platform The Orchid Growers organized an afternoon for its clients, which was dedicated to their collaboration with fashion brand A fish named Fred. Henk de Jong, commercial manager at The Orchid Growers, kicked off the event with a presentation on developments in the world and…

Hundreds of orchids form backdrop at Milan's Salone del Mobile

From April 18 to 23, hundreds of orchids will decorate the Dutch pavilion Masterly during the international design fair Salone del Mobile in Milan. Masterly showcases Dutch design and is located in the Palazzo Giureconsulti, a stone's throw from the Duomo. Orchid Netherlands is providing the floral…

Registration for FlowerTrials 2023 open

In week 24, FlowerTrials will again welcome all floriculture professionals from all over the world. From June 13 to 16, 60 breeders of potted and bedding plants will present their novelties, impressive assortments, and creative concepts. For growers, FlowerTrials will provide an overview of the novelties…

Tulip grower delivers flowers for flower picking garden Paris

Cut tulip grower Arjan Smit from Spierdijk (NH) and his employees are preparing more than 20,000 flowers for transport to France. In Saint-Denis, 5 km from the heart of Paris, the tulips, bulb and all, will be available for free picking by the public next weekend. The administration of the Parisian suburb,…

Photo Report: IPM Shanghai 2023

The 25th China International Flower and Horticultural Exhibition was exhibited at Shanghai New International Expo Center. Internationally known as IPM Shanghai, the show filled an exhibition hall of over 40,000 sqr meters. Enterprises from 21 countries and regions participated in the exhibition. Among them, the Netherlands…

Deroose 2023 bromeliads industry development seminar held in Shanghai

On April 12, the 2023 bromeliads industry development seminar co-sponsored by Shanghai Flowerport Deroose Plants Co., Ltd., Shanghai Horticultural Training Demonstration Center of the Ministry of Agriculture of China and the Netherlands and Shanghai Flowerport Enterprise Development Co., Ltd. was held in…

UK: Plant your support for the garden industry with Plants for Perennial

Garden lovers have four more plants to add to their plant shopping lists this spring and summer, and all in the name of charity. Plants for Perennial brighten balconies, patios, and borders and come with the feel-good factor of supporting all those who work with plants, flowers, grass, or trees. Launched…

Chemmy Alcott closes the women’s conference in Orlando

The Women's Fresh Perspectives Conference in Orlando, Florida, began Sunday with the Opening General Session led by Vicki Myoda, Predictive Index expert. Myoda helped attendees understand their PI or Predictive Insight results and how they can help increase efficiency and productivity and reduce stress.…

Registrations are open for FlowerTrials 2023

FlowerTrials® once again welcomes ornamental horticulture professionals from around the world in week 24. From 13 to 16 June, no fewer than 60 breeders of pot and bedding plants will present their innovations, impressive product ranges, and creative concepts. For growers, FlowerTrials showcases the…

Large participation of flower companies at 2023 Shanghai IPM Exhibition

As the first in-person large-scale horticultural exhibition after the pandemic, the 25th China International Flower and Horticultural Exhibition attracted more than 500 exhibitors from 21 countries and regions. In Hall W3, various new flower varieties with supporting facilities and equipment were…

Fruitful days on IPM Shanghai 2023

The first IPM Exhibition in Shanghai after China lifted its Covid policy proved to be a fruitful one as the show is well visited. For many companies, it is the first time catching up with their customers, friends, and even colleagues offline.  In Shanghai, the second day of Hortiflorexpo IPM Shanghai 2023, the 25th…

IPM Shanghai 2023: It's good to be back

"It's good to be back!" That's what most of the exhibitors felt when entering the Shanghai New International Expo Centre, where the Hortiflorexpo IPM Shanghai kicked off today. As the first offline large-scale horticultural exhibition after the pandemic to take place in the region, it welcomed many…

Curtains down on an extraordinary edition of Myplant & Garden

Buyers and operators came from all corners of the world (with a 20% growth in presence from the Middle East) and represented all categories of the sector: landscaping, floriculture and cut flowers, horticulture and nurseries, pots, machinery, maintenance, soils, seeds, and sports grounds. Decision makers…

Creating outdoor spaces for connection

Conversation gardens are intentionally-designed outdoor areas that are both physically and emotionally comfortable – where people feel happier, healthier, and more conversational. Using beautiful examples, Lynn Kuhn, an expert on Conversations Gardens, will show you the 5 secrets to designing gardens in…

Exuberance at Keukenhof 2023

Keukenhof opened its doors again on March 23. If you're planning to visit this flower spectacle, don't forget to visit the Oranje Nassau building. Here you'll find the most beautiful summer cut flowers. An enormous eyecatcher is the flower bike from 365 Days of Flowers, on behalf of Royal FloraHolland. Designer Heleen Valstar…

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China's 'Peony capital' listed on Asia's largest flower trading market

The city of Heze in Shandong Province, known as China's 'Peony capital,' has launched a fresh flower trading center in a strategic collaboration with Asia's largest fresh flower trading market, Kunming International Flora Auction Trading Center (KIFA) in southwest China's Yunnan Province. The Heze…

Celebrating Eurovision coming to Liverpool

To celebrate Eurovision, Booker Flowers, and Gifts are collaborating with several Liverpool venues to provide Ukrainian Flower Crown Workshops, also known as a Vinok. Running from 26th April until 11th May – attendees will make their own Eurovision Flower crown combined with a delicious meal from one of…

US (PA): Over 1400 trees to be planted during volunteer planting events led by the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society

The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society (PHS) will commemorate Earth Day by planting trees throughout the Greater Philadelphia area from April 20-24, 2023, with assistance from…

Shanghai Flower Port: Celebrates 20th Anniversary with Flowers

On March 25, the Shanghai Flower Harbor Tulip Flower Show held its grand opening. With the theme of "Flowers Make Life Better," the flower show presents a beautiful spring feast for tourists by displaying new varieties of bulbous flowers such as tulips, hyacinths, daffodils, and anemones, as well as…

Photo report: Planting seeds for the future at Kazakhstan greenhouse show

The exhibitors at the horticultural trade show in Almaty, Kazakhstan, believe in the potential of the Kazakhstan market but also see that it's not happening at full pace yet. "We're planting seeds to see them grow soon," said Olga Danilova with Hortilux.  Last week the trade show Greenhouses, Vegetable Growing,…

"The highlight of the 2023 display will be the latest variety to come from the Guernsey-based breeding program"

Raymond Evison Clematis is looking forward to exhibiting once again at The Chelsea Flower Show. The 2023 exhibit staged in The Great Pavilion will be an island site comprising over 2,000 mature clematis plants in full flower, with more than 35 different varieties on display. All of the varieties on the…

Dümmen Orange recently hosted a 2023 California Spring Trials (CAST) garden party

Dümmen Orange recently hosted a 2023 California Spring Trials (CAST) garden party at Filipponi Ranch in San Luis Obispo, California. Highlights of the special product display featured the unveiling of new annuals and perennials, which you can now find in Dümmen Orange’s 2024 Digital Highlights Look Book…

Almaty greenhouse show comes to an end

In Almaty, Kazakhstan, the horticultural trade show has concluded. Among others, show welcomed visitors from Kazachstan, Uzbekistan, and Russia. "There's quite a demand for irrigation solutions", said Olaf Mos with Netafim. Also quite a few suppliers of lighting solutions found their way to the show, and…

"Exhibitors and visitors satisfied with IPM Essen 2023 edition"

Last January, IPM Essen took place, welcoming 1,338 exhibitors from 46 nations on an area of 105,000m2 at the Messe Essen in Germany. But how was the exhibition compared to pre-covid years? The organization conducted a survey and recently released the results. In this article, we will highlight several…

US (CA): Native Poppy selected as floral designer at Field-to-Vase dinner

Native Poppy has been selected as the featured designer for the upcoming Field to Vase Dinner at The Flower Fields in Carlsbad, California. The event, which will take place on…

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US: Dutch Tulip Days 2023 showcases 15,000+ flowers to highlight tulips and bicycles at ambassador’s residence

Flowers and bicycles are iconic images we associate with the Netherlands. Dutch Tulip Days, running now through April 7, at the Dutch Ambassador’s residence, are showcasing thousands of colorful flowers. The tulips are placed thoughtfully on a variety of bikes, including e-bikes. The Dutch are known for…

The 2023 Suncheonman International Garden Expo is open in South Korea

AIPH approved 2023 Suncheonman International Garden Expo gets the green light from South Korea’s President and welcomes 150,000 visitors on its first day, with its theme ‘We Live In The Garden.’ The International Association of Horticultural Producers (AIPH) was in attendance for the opening of the 2023…

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CAN (BC): North Okanagan’s bloom tulip festival returns this May

After hosting the Abbotsford Tulip Festival for four years, Bloom is now blooming in Spallumcheen with a sunflower festival in the summer and a stunning tulip festival in the spring. Behind the beautiful blooms is Alexis Szarek, a third-generation flower grower who wants to share her family’s love of…

CAST 2023 in 115+ pictures and videos

Last week, the California Spring Trials took place. During the 5 event days, nearly 40 companies presented their products at 10 locations along the Californian coast. We already posted the photo report and article last Monday, but we received more pictures this week. So if you are eager to see what was…

The market in Kazakhstan is developing, but in what direction?

The second day of the trade show Greenhouses, Vegetable Growing, Horticulture, Irrigation and Flowers. Fazenda. Almaty 2023 made it clear that the market is developing, but in what direction? The level of expansion has slowed down over the last months, but it could change at any moment as the market is…

Kazakhstan: Start of Almaty trade show

The Kazakhstan greenhouse market has been in the eye of horticultural suppliers for quite some years. Since the market has good internal and export opportunities and the country has an extensive background in greenhouse growing, it is seen as a potential growth market. And more than that: the high-tech…

Photo report California Spring Trials 2023

California Spring Trials 2023 is a wrap! Yesterday, Sunday, April 2, the 5-day event came to an end, and despite the challenging Californian weather leading up to the event, the energy was good at all trial ten sites.  Click here for the photo report.  Challenging weatherThe weather in California has been a big…