Billed as the world’s leading trade fair for horticulture, IPM Essen 2026 will take place at Messe Essen, Germany, from 27 through 30 January.
The Commercial Horticultural Association (CHA) has helped some prominent members to exhibit at the show and hopefully secure export orders, it states.
“IPM uniquely offers plant diversity and many plant innovations from all over the world,” the CHA states. “More than 1,400 exhibitors from 45 nations will present groundbreaking innovations and trends in plants, technology, floristry and garden features.”
The organiser invites buyers and growers to the event, “to join the global horticulture community shaping the future of the industry”.
On behalf of Messe Essen the CHA has issued the following online code for a free entry to IPM Essen 2026: 1XL84, which can be used four times per member company and can be redeemed in the ticket shop Tickets | IPM ESSEN for free day tickets.
CHA hosted UK companies in Hall 7 A28/A29 include:
Air-Pot
7A28.7
www.air-pot.com
Air-Pot 7 containers are the latest iteration of the original and reportedly most advanced reusable air-pruning system. Made of recycled plastic, they come in various sizes, for growing anything from seed to the largest trees.
With the prospect of stronger roots, faster growth and bigger yields, the containers are used worldwide, in all climates, for all species of plant.
Independent trials have shown that Air-Pot-grown trees grow up to 75% faster than trees in the open field. The containers are toughly made and are reusable many times even in tropical sunlight.
Commercial Horticultural Association
7A29.2
www.cha-hort.com
CHA is the British trade association for producers and suppliers of plants, produce and services. The CHA helps UK suppliers to export, facilitates trade links between UK suppliers and growers, wholesalers and retailers worldwide and lobbies government for export funding and support.
The CHA team can advise visitors who would like to discover more about the UK market, CHA member companies or how to get involved.
David Austin Roses
7A28.5
www.davidaustinroses.co.uk
Founded in 1961 by visionary plantsman David C H Austin, the company sought to unite the beauty and fragrance of Old Roses with the resilience and diversity of modern hybrids.
The result was the English Rose, “admired for its charm, fragrance and enduring performance”. From its Shropshire nursery, the Austin family continues this legacy, blending tradition with innovation to create roses that inspire gardens worldwide.
Fothergill’s
7A28.4
www.mr-fothergills.co.uk
Let Fothergill’s show you how you can increase seed packet sales. Our strength lies in identifying the needs of different customer segments and presenting your customers with solutions that meet their goals.
From easy-to-grow vegetables for the inexperienced gardener, to mouth-watering herbs for chefs, to flowers that make stunning cut arrangements, we help you generate additional revenue while satisfying your customers’ requirements.
Garden Centre Design Consultancy – C Long Design Studios
7A29.1
www.gardencentredesign.com
C Long Design Studios are specialist consultants to the garden centre sector, offering services including site development, strategy, master planning, planning applications and negotiations, retail and interior design, architecture, project management and retail/business consultancy. The company’s teams work on projects throughout the EU, UK and USA, from feasibility studies to full site development.
NP Structures Ltd
7A28.2
www.northernpolytunnels.co.uk
NP Structures design and install high performance structures in Lancashire. Whether for large scale crops or small gardens, every structure is built to the same exacting standard.
Pinnacle Plants International
7A28.8
www.pinnacleplantsinternational.com
The company is displaying young plant and tissue culture as well as showcasing their breeders’ agency, promoting new genetics.
PPC Labels
7A28.6
www.ppclabels.co.uk
PPC Labels specialises in custom design labels and tags, packaging and point of sale material. Clients include supermarkets, garden centres, growers and packers.
The Guernsey Clematis Nursery Ltd, Raymond Evison Clematis
7A28.1
www.guernsey-clematis.co.uk
www.raymondevisonclematis.com
The Guernsey Clematis Nursery, Raymond Evison Clematis will be exhibit two new clematis introductions bred by the world-renowned clematis breeder Raymond J Evison.
The first is Clematis Eliza EviGsy158(PBR), the eighth introduction from its recent breeding programme. The ninth introduction, also being exhibited, is Clematis Queens Nurse EviGsy159(PBR).
The two clematis have the improved Guernsey genetic flower power, longlasting blooms and reliable repeat flowering from base to tip. Easy to grow and maintain.
Tyne Moulds & Machinery Co Ltd
7A28.3
www.tynemoulds.com
Horticultural labels, tree ties and sundries for the wholesale market.
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