Hillier Nurseries, UK, wins AIPH International Grower of the Year 2026
The coveted Gold Rose Award was presented to Hillier Nurseries on Tuesday, 27 January 2026, during a ceremony at IPM Essen in Germany by Linda Hoogendoorn-Veelenturf, CEO of MPS Group – the main sponsor of the Awards. Established in 2009, the AIPH IGOTY Awards recognise best practices in horticulture by the world's leading ornamental plant nurseries and celebrate the expertise and energy they bring to horticulture.
4 Garden plants awarded in IPM Novelty contest
As part of the opening ceremony, the best new plant introductions were honoured in the IPM Novelty Showcase. The competition attracted 42 entries from 27 exhibitors. Eight new varieties were awarded in six categories. Four plants were awarded prizes in the woody plants category.
IPM ESSEN 2026 sends positive signals for the horticultural industry
Grower’s Pride: Acer platanoides ‘Columnare’ (EN)
Grower’s Pride: Thuja occidentalis ‘Smaragd’ (EN)
Grower’s Pride: Hydrangea serrata Living Red Velvet (EN)
Grower’s Pride: Hydrangea paniculata ‘Little Lime’ (EN)
