Exhibitors at the HTA National Plant Show are invited to enter the much anticipated HTA New Plant Awards 2025, sponsored by the RHS. With fresh new plants taking centre stage, the awards are a fantastic chance for plant suppliers to shine a spotlight on their most exciting new plant varieties to capture industry attention. HTA National Plant Show takes place on Wednesday 18 June to Thursday 19 June 2025 at NAEC Stoneleigh.
HTA Horticulture Manager Pippa Greenwood is keen to encourage entries; “The New Plant Awards celebrate the most innovative and exceptional plant varieties introduced to the market over the past year. These awards recognise plants with the potential to become the next bestsellers in garden centres. It really is a fantastic chance to gain industry recognition and increase your visibility.”
All entries will be prominently displayed in dedicated areas at the show, ensuring maximum exposure to buyers, retailers, and industry experts.
In 2024 the Bransford Webbs Plant Company – Digitalis purpurea Apple Blossom (pictured above) was awarded top in the herbaceous perennials category and won Best in Show. In shades of primrose yellow to apple blossom, with a frilly appearance which attracts bees to the garden, this unique pale pink and purple flowerform has a creamy bud and throws up multiple flower spikes which impressed the judges.
Award Categories 2025
This year, exhibitors can submit plants in the following categories:
Herbaceous Perennials
Annuals, Tender Perennials, and Container & Basket Plants (Updated for 2025)
Flowering Houseplants
Foliage Houseplants
Cacti & Succulents
Trees (including Conifers)
Shrubs (including Conifers) & Climbers
Key Award Details
Enter via this link: hta.org.uk/national-plant-show/show-features/new-plant-awards/registration before the deadline Friday 17 May.
The judging panel for 2025 includes Josh Egan-Wyer – Pershore College, Liam Cleary – Old Railway Line Nursery, Anisa Gress – Potting Shed press, Emma Allen – RHS, Alan Down – HTA Immediate Past President, Cath Quiney – Bennybeg Plant Centre and Jamesfield Garden Centre.
Judged Awards include Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Best in Category for each plant category.
Best in Category winners will automatically compete for the coveted Best in Show Award.
This is a unique opportunity for exhibitors to gain industry recognition and showcase their innovative plant varieties. Don’t miss the chance to be part of the HTA New Plant Awards 2025.
For entry details and further information, please visit https://hta.org.uk/national-plant-show/show-features/new-plant-awards
