Since 2008, the latest plant innovations have been exhibited and awarded prizes at the IPM ESSEN in the innovation showcase.
Since 2008, the latest plant innovations have been exhibited and awarded prizes at the IPM ESSEN in the innovation showcase.
The “IPM Novelties Showcase” competition, initiated by the Central Horticultural Association (ZVG), is taking place for the 18th time. All plant exhibitors at IPM Essen have the opportunity to present their innovations in Hall 5 (Horticulture Information Center). In terms of the exhibition regulations, “innovations” refer, among other things, to new breeds and new, previously unidentified wild and growth forms that have not been exhibited at any other German trade fair. Prizes will be awarded in the following categories: bedding and balcony plants, spring, bedding and balcony plants summer, flowering houseplants, green houseplants, woody plants, container plants, perennials, cut flowers. The winners will be announced on the opening day of IPM.*
In 2026, the “IPM New Varieties” exhibition impressed with the high level of innovation demonstrated by the participants. A total of 42 new varieties from 27 exhibitors competed for the “IPM New Variety 2026” award. Following evaluation by the expert committee, the following new varieties were honored in six categories, and one new variety received the jury’s special prize.
