+ + + 1.400 exhibitors from around 50 countries

“Our trade visitors can look forward to an inspiring order and trend platform. 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 very much looking forward to four exciting days at the fair.” The respective thematic areas will be rounded off with value-adding lectures, special shows and tours.

IPM ESSEN occupies the entire fairgrounds

The response from the sector is great: IPM ESSEN will also occupy Halls 1, 1A, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and the Galeria in 2025. This is how the offer is divided:

Plants (Halls 1, 1A, 2, 5, 6, 7, 8 and Galeria)

From nursery plants and young plants to flowering pot plants, colorful cut flowers and robust perennials - IPM ESSEN offers a unique international plant show. For the first time, the Landgard Order Days | Spring Edition will occupy 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 take center stage in this exhibition area, from irrigation systems and greenhouse technology to machinery and transport equipment. The Horticultural Technology Innovation Center in Hall 4 will highlight the future of the industry with sustainable and efficient technologies in short presentations. The Horticulture Info Center, including the educational show and innovation showcase, has a new location in Hall 4.

Floristry (Hall 5)

The Trade Association of German Florists (FDF) is moving 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 experience floral craftsmanship and spectacular live shows on the popular revolving 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 (in all halls)

From shopfitting to IT: the right equipment is what turns many products into customer magnets. These solutions can be found across all exhibition halls - themed accordinglyInternational highlights and new ideas made in GermanyThe whole world of horticulture is a guest at IPM ESSEN. The international joint stands provide an overview of a country's typical national products. These special exhibition areas are organized by Belgium, China, Costa Rica, Denmark, France, India, Israel, Japan, South Korea, the Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Turkey, the UK and the USA. Here, trade visitors have the opportunity to talk to exhibitors from a particular country and obtain specific information about their services.

New impetus for the industry often comes from young companies. Young start-ups present themselves in Hall 6 under the title “Young Innovators” and their trade fair appearance is sponsored by the Federal Ministry of Economics.