Visitor registration opens for the HTA’s National Plant Show
23 February 2026
With less than four months to go until the National Plant Show, the Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) is pleased to announce that visitor registration for the two-day event is now open.
The National Plant Show, a must-attend free event, returns to NAEC Stoneleigh from Wednesday 17 to Thursday 18 June 2026, with a wide variety of plants and gardening products on display, more than 200 exhibitor stands (already confirmed - at time of release) and the prestigious New Plant Awards.
A key event in the horticultural calendar, the National Plant Show brings together growers, suppliers, manufacturers and retailers under one roof to showcase the best of UK environmental horticulture.
Elia Johnston, Director of Membership and Marketing at the Horticultural Trades Association (HTA), commented:
“The National Plant Show is a one-stop destination showcasing everything from plant production and retail solutions to the latest industry innovations and the New Plant Awards.
“In 2025, there were more than 150 exhibitors, and this year is shaping up to be an even stronger and more exciting event, with over 200 stands already confirmed, including first-time exhibitors and some of the biggest names in the industry. The National Plant Show also supports local charities, as donations from exhibitors and the HTA Village last year were either planted in hospice gardens or sold to raise funds for their own causes.
“Our team works hard to create a must-attend event that benefits our members and the wider horticultural industry while celebrating UK environmental horticulture. Make sure you register your visitor place today.”
The New Plant Awards
The New Plant Awards recognise excellence in the horticultural industry and highlight the most innovative and exciting plant varieties available for the upcoming season. The awards attract over 100 entries each year and are judged by an expert panel on the first morning of the show.
The New Plant Awards also serve as an important platform for plant breeders, growers, and marketers to introduce their latest creations to the industry.
The categories this year include:
· Annuals, Tender Perennials
· Cacti & Succulents
· Flowering Houseplants
· Foliage Houseplants
· Herbaceous Perennials
· Shrubs (including Conifers)
· Trees
Visitor registration is now open for the National Plant Show, visit: hta.org.uk/national-plant-show/visitor-information