Save the date: January 27 to 30, 2026. The world’s leading trade fair for horticulture will once again take place at Messe Essen, Germany.
The Commercial Horticultural Association (CHA) are delighted to have helped some of our prominent members to exhibit at the forthcoming IPM Essen show. We are looking forward to seeing new products this year and helping these companies to secure export orders.
IPM uniquely offers plant diversity and many plant innovations from all over the world. Over 1,400 exhibitors from 45 nations will present groundbreaking innovations and trends in plants, technology, floristry and garden features.
The organisers cordially invite buyers and growers to this remarkable event, so that they can 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 the IPM ESSEN 2026: 1XL84
This code 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 the most advanced reusable air-pruning system. Made of recycled plastic they come in a range of sizes, for growing anything - from seed to the largest trees. With a guarantee of fantastic roots, faster growth and bigger yields, Air-Pot containers are used all over the world, 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
David Austin Roses was founded in 1961 by David C.H. Austin, a visionary plantsman. The company set out 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. Their strength lies in identifying the needs of different customer segments and presenting 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, they 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 a range of 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 ranging 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, UK. 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
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 & 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 are thrilled once again to be exhibiting at IPM with 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 their recent breeding programme. The ninth introduction, also being exhibited at IPM is Clematis Queens Nurse™ EviGsy159(PBR). These two new clematis have the improved Guernsey genetic flower power, long-lasting blooms and reliable repeat flowering from base to tip. Easy to grow and maintain. Modern clematis at their best.
Tyne Moulds & Machinery Co Ltd
7A28.3
www.tynemoulds.com
Horticultural labels, tree ties and sundries for the wholesale market.
More visitor information can be found on the IPM Essen website: The world’s leading trade fair for horticulture | IPM ESSEN
