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A brave ecological experiment alongside the Danube in Hungary

Pünkösdfürdő Park is part of a comprehensive ecological experiment with a number of innovative solutions. The area used to be a grassland without any woody vegetation, but thanks to the work of the designers and landscapers, a real biodiverse recreational paradise has been created here. It is worth visiting the park every two weeks for its’ varying vegetation.

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A rejuvenating cure for Chaplin Park in Switzerland

When public expectations meet the demands of biodiversity and resilience in the face of climate change, the renovation of a park becomes a gift to its users. Let's take a look at an exemplary project in Corsier, Switzerland. The Charlie Chaplin Park has just been renovated and once again offers spectacular views over Lake Geneva. A veritable lung of greenery for the inhabitants of Corsier-sur-Vevey, this haven of peace allows all generations to enjoy a respectfully redesigned world.

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Trade fair Green is Life has a lot to offer

The international GREEN IS LIFE trade fair presents garden plants, techniques and technologies for the production of plants and green areas, products and services for horticulture, garden and urban greenery equipment, as well as landscape architecture including cut and potted flowers.

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New pavillion and more innovations at Myplant & Garden 2025

The ninth edition of Italy's premier international event for green professionals will open its doors at Fiera Milano Rho from February 19 to 21, 2025. This essential gathering for companies, operators, and associations in landscaping, horticulture, gardening, and sportsgrounds offers a unique and unparalleled showcase of proposals, solutions, products, and services for the entire green industry.

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Endless Green Diversity at IPM ESSEN 2025

From January 28 to 31, 2025, over 1,400 exhibitors from around fifty countries will present their latest products, services and innovations in the fields of plants, technology, floral design and garden design. IPM ESSEN offers the international connoisseur audience not only a comprehensive overview but also numerous interesting program highlights that invite exchange, discovery and networking.Our trade visitors can look forward to an inspiring order and trend platform. The focus is mainly on climate-resistant plants, energy-efficient and resource-saving production solutions and attractive sales and presentation concepts,” said Andrea Hölker, project manager of IPM ESSEN. “We are looking forward to four special days of trade fairs.” The relevant topics will be rounded out with lectures, special presentations and value-added tours. IPM ESSEN takes up entire fairgrounds. The enthusiasm from the industry is great: also in 2025, IPM ESSEN will fill Halls 1, 1A, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and the Galeria. Halls 1, 1A, 2, 5, 6, 7, 8 and Galeria): are dedicated to nursery plants and young plants, flowering potted plants, colorful cut flowers and robust perennials. The IPM ESSEN presents a unique international plant show. For the first time, the spring edition of the Landgard-Ordertage will take place in Hall 1A. Also new is the Horticultural Forum in Hall 2 as a central meeting point for producer horticulture. Exhibitors will bring the public the latest news about the future, production and industry in the “young plants” sector in practical lectures and panel discussions. The forum also serves as a starting point for guided tours that offer enlightening insights into the world of young plants and new trends. In Hall 7, tree nurseries from North Rhine-Westphalia will present the

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Nominations for Show Your Colours Award IPM 2025 announced

Ten plants have been nominated for the Show Your Colours Award IPM 2025. All exhibitors of IPM with woody plants and perennials could submit plants or plant concepts for this award. Ten plants/plant concepts were eventually nominated from the entries. The Show Your Colours Award will be presented on Thursday 30 January 2025 at 15:00 in the BIZZ Holland stand, hall 8, stand number 8A30-4.

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Eight Flemish innovations at the IPM 2025

Flanders' presence at the IPM-fair will focus on typical Flemish products such as azaleas, rhododendrons, flowering houseplants, Flemish laurel and chrysanthemums as well as shrubs, young plants, bedding plants and nursery stock products. The flemish exhibitors also have eight new products on show: Deroose Plants, Hall 2 – Booth B25.8 presents Agave ‘Peace Revolution’, Alocasia ‘Serendipity Pink Variegata’, Guzmania ‘Chouette’, Nepenthes ‘Midnight’, Tillandsia ‘Mizuki‘. www.derooseplants.com Leybaert, Hall 2 – Booth B25.6 expands its range with die PWR plant Maximus and PWR plant Hercules. www.leybaert.be Rudy Raes Bloemzaden, Hall 2 - Booth B25.5 presents Primula acaulis ‘Flamenco Mix’.

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The Tree Festival is the most fun day of the year

Echten - With the push of a green button, Albert Verlinde (chairman of the National Tree Day Foundation), Inge Nieuwenhuizen (mayor of the municipality of De Wolden) and Sylvo Thijsen (director of Staatsbosbeheer) opened the 67th National Tree Day today at Staatsbosbeheer forestry Ruinen in Echten. During this green holiday, thousands of pupils across the Netherlands stepped out of the classroom and into the residential area or nature to plant trees.

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Awarded novelties at Green is Life 2024

At the Polish floriculture trade fair Green is Life, awards were handed out for submitted novelties. The results included two Gold, one Silver and one Bronze award, as well as two honourable mentions. A total of 30 novelties were submitted for assessment.

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Myplant & Garden Middle East The first Italian B2B green industry trade fair in Dubai

The leading Italian green industry trade fair Myplant & Garden has expanded and strengthened its international presence with the official presentation of Myplant & Garden Middle East, the first Italian B2B green industry trade fair in Dubai and the only event dedicated to the ornamental green industry in the Middle East. This trade fair will be held from 15-17 November 2025 at the Dubai Exhibition Centre, Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

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Business Centre Treeport named Greenest Business Park in the Netherlands 2024

On Thursday 7 November, Business Centre Treeport (BCT) in Zundert was awarded the prestigious title Greenest Business Park in the Netherlands 2024. The announcement was made during the Day of Economic Affairs (Dag van Economische Zaken), organised by the Stichting CLOK. The event brought together professionals for inspiring knowledge sessions, networking discussions, and this special election.

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Stichting EPS supports innovative projects in the tree nursery industry with financial contributions

The Stichting European Plant Support (EPS), which has long been committed to promoting progress within the tree nursery industry, has once again demonstrated its support for important initiatives. During the 34th edition of trade fair GrootGroenPlus in 2024, EPS selected two innovative submissions for financial support, further stimulating the industry in the areas of education, knowledge, and sustainability.

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GrootGroenPlus Trade Fair 2024: more trade fair, more participants, more visitors, and a more international character!

From 2 - 4 October 2024, the 34th edition of the GrootGroenPlus trade fair took place, achieving remarkable results and showcasing exciting developments once again. The fair featured three routes, 1.4 kilometres of walking paths, and 280 participants, with an increase in total square meters of trade fair space. Despite the larger area, the waiting list was longer than ever, though further expansion was not possible this year. Group participations from various regions and collaborations based on shared innovations contributed to an even more diverse pool of participants. The outdoor trade fair area continued its steady growth as well.

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GrootGroenPlus welcomes around 140 students and pupils

Around 140 students and pupils visited the trade fair GrootGroenPlus, held from 2 to 4 October 2024.

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Zunderts Groen Imago Prijs (ZGIP) goes to Boomkwekerij Dictus-Hereijgers (B123)

On Wednesday 2 October 2024, the jury from the Zundert municipality was present to decide the winner of the Zunderts Groen Imago Prijs. The jury included alderman Ralph Bogers, Ton van Beek, Layla Eve Claase, Tijmen Dekkers, Jacqueline Sprenkels, Isabelle Cordier, and Reg Nelemans.

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Roelands Tree Nurseries BV (B019) wins the Jac. Lodders Award

On the morning of Wednesday 2 October 2024, the jury made its rounds at trade fair GrootGroenPlus to select the winners of the Jan van Dongen Award and the Jac. Lodders Award. The jury, consisting of Corné de Vooght, Marc Lodders, Corné Oostvogels, Diantha Slingerland, Jac van Nijnatten, Andreas Henk, Frank Nooijens, and Luuk Roozeboom, reviewed and evaluated all the stands along the three routes.

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GreenGrandPrix judges issues 10 classifications

In 2024, a total of 28 plants were submitted for the GreenGrandPrix. The jury evaluated the plants in the stands of the participants, leading to engaging dialogues and sometimes lively discussions. Ultimately, the jury issued 10 classifications: 4 A's, 4 B's, and 2 C's.

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GGP, an appreciated and complete image!

On Wednesday 2 October, trade fair GrootGroenPlus will open its doors. For many companies, organisations, governments, and institutions in and around the tree cultivation industry, it’s an event to look forward to. For three days, participants and visitors from all over the world come together to showcase, view, and, most importantly, discuss products. This leads to many connections and transactions.

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In the picture during GrootGroenPlus

The 34th edition of trade fair GrootGroenPlus is just around the corner. For the second time, it will be held at the Business Centre Treeport site. The number of registrations is so high that the fair has decided to expand the trade fair floor. As always, there is a theme this year: In the pictureL. Erik Bastiaensen is a member of the board of GrootGroenPlus and he will give us an insight into the lead-up to the event.

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Join the GreenGrandPrix!

The 34th edition of trade fair GrootGroenPlus offers a unique opportunity to participate in the GreenGrandPrix this year.