From January 28 to 31, 2025, Messe Essen will once again become the hub of
international horticulture. Under the motto “Endless Green Variety”, IPM ESSEN
presents the entire value chain of the industry for the 41st time. More than 1,400
exhibitors from around 50 countries will showcase their latest products, services
and innovations – from plants and technology to floristry and equipment. For the
international trade visitors, IPM ESSEN not only offers a comprehensive overview,
but also numerous exciting program highlights designed to foster networking,
discovery, and collaboration.
“Our trade visitors can look forward to an inspiring platform for orders and trends.
This year, the focus will be on climate-resistant plants, energy-efficient and
resource-saving production solutions, as well as attractive sales and presentation
concepts,” says Andrea Hölker, Project Manager of IPM ESSEN. “We are eagerly
anticipating four exciting days at the fair.” The thematic areas will be rounded off
with insightful lectures, special exhibitions, and guided tours.
IPM ESSEN occupies the entire fairgrounds in Halls 1 to 8 and the Galeria
The industry’s enthusiasm is strong: IPM ESSEN 2025 will again fill halls 1, 1A, 2, 3,
4, 5, 6, 7, 8, and the Galeria. The offerings are divided as follows:
- Plants (halls 1, 1A, 2, 5, 6 ,7, 8 and Galeria): From nursery plants and young
plants to flowering potted plants, colourful cut flowers and robust perennials –
IPM ESSEN offers a unique international plant show. For the first time, the
“Landgard-Ordertage | Frühjahrsedition” (Landgard Order Days | Spring
Edition) will take place in hall 1A. Another new feature is the Gardeners’ Forum
in hall 2 as a central meeting point for the horticultural production sector.
Exhibitors will inform the public about the future, production and industry in
the young plant sector in practical presentations and panel discussions. Guided
tours also start from here and offer exciting insights into the world of young
plants and new trends. Tree nurseries from North Rhine-Westphalia will be
presenting themselves for the first time on a joint stand in hall 7. - Technology (halls 3, 4 and Galeria): Modern solutions for horticulture are the
focus of this exhibition area reaching from irrigation systems and greenhouse
technology to machinery and transport equipment. The Innovation Center
Horticultural Technology in hall 4 will highlight the future of the industry with
sustainable and efficient technologies in short presentations. The Horticulture
Infocenter, including the educational show and novelty showcase, has a new
location in hall 4. - Floristry (hall 5): The Federal Association of German Florists (FDF) will relocate
its FDF World to hall 5 and thus into the immediate vicinity of the floristry
exhibitors, who will be showing plant pots, planters, tools, decorative elements,
greetings cards and complementary product ranges. Visitors can also marvel at
floral craftsmanship and spectacular live shows on the popular rotating stage
and in elaborately designed showrooms. The motto of the IPM Trade Fair Cup
2025 is “Boundless blooming community” – the best floral workpieces will also
be on display in hall 5. Further trends for the green trade and successful POS
concepts will be presented by Creative Director Romeo Sommers in the IPM
Discovery Center – also new in hall 5. - Equipment (across all halls): From store design to IT solutions – the right
equipment transforms products into customer magnets. These offerings are
distributed across all exhibition halls and grouped thematically.
International highlights and new ideas made in Germany
The entire world of horticulture gathers at IPM ESSEN. Country pavilions organized
by Belgium, China, Costa Rica, Denmark, France, India, Israel, Japan, South Korea,
the Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Turkey, the UK, and the USA offer insights
into region-specific products. Trade visitors can connect directly with exhibitors
from these nations and learn about their offerings.Innovation often comes from new players in the field. Under the banner “Young
Innovators,” German startups will present their ideas in Hall 6. Their participation
is supported by the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs.Further information on the trade fair, the program and tickets can be found at:
www.ipm-essen.de.
