Spring and Summer
The HTA Spring and Summer Regional Events run for a period between April-September
South East, Essex, East Anglia and Greater London Region
Northern Home Counties & London Regional Event
Join us for exclusive access to the prestigious Rochfords International Rose Trials. This is a rare opportunity to preview stunning new rose varieties from top breeders worldwide—before they even hit the market! Stroll among these brand-new, unreleased roses, connect with fellow HTA members, and catch up on business in a beautiful and inspiring setting.
Date: Tuesday 3 June 2025
Time: 10:00 - 14:30
Venue: Joseph Rochford Gardens
Address: Rochford International Rose Trials, Birch Green Nursery, Old Coach Road, Hertford SG14 2FB
South East Regional Event
Join us for a behind-the-scenes tour at The Farplants Group, where you’ll see their member nurseries and 8,000sqm Finishing Centre. It will also be an excellent opportunity to meet other HTA members in your area.
Farplants has been running for over fifty years, becoming one of the largest UK plant suppliers. Today, they grow over 11 million plants a year. See firsthand how they grow, nurture, and deliver a wide range of plants to retailers nationwide.
Date: Wednesday 16 July
Time: 12:30-16:30
Venue: Farplants Sales Ltd
Address: Yapton Ln, Walberton, Arundel BN18 0AS
Essex Regional Event
Join us for a behind-the-scenes tour of W.D. Smith & Son and RHS Hyde Hall (Floral Fantasia) on Wednesday, 27 August. This is a unique opportunity to visit a family-owned bedding plant nursery. Then, we’ll head to the Floral Fantasia garden at RHS Hyde Hall, showcasing new plant introductions from UK growers. Following Peter Seabrook’s passing, Mike Smith (W.D. Smith & Son) has stepped in to chair the working group, ensuring its continued development. It’s a great chance to connect with fellow HTA members, gain insights to support your business and appreciate the fantastic work being done.
Date: Wednesday 27 August
Time: TBC
Venue: Smith W D & Son and RHS Hyde Hall
Address: Grange Nurseries/Woodham Rd, Wickford SS11 7QU
Northern Home Counties & London Regional Event
Greenfingers Dragon Boat Race
Date: Sunday 6 July 2025
Time: TBC
Venue: Grendon Lakes
Address: Grendon Lakes, Main Rd, Northampton NN7 1JW
East Anglia Regional Event
Join us for a behind-the-scenes tour of Darby Nursery on Thursday, 31 July. This is a unique opportunity to visit their nursery, providing valuable insights into large-scale plant production. Plus, it’s a great chance to connect with fellow HTA members, learn something new, and enjoy a guided nursery tour.
Date: Thursday 31 July
Time: TBC
Venue: Darby Nursery Stock
Address: Old Feltwell Rd, Methwold, Thetford IP26 4PW
Midlands and Yorkshire Region
East Midlands Regional Event
Date: 1 July 2025
Time: TBC
Venue: Stratford Garden Centre
Address: Camden Road, Stratford-upon-Avon, CV37 8LW
West Midlands Regional Event
Date: 17 July 2025
Time: TBC
Venue: Perennial’s Laskett Garden
Address: Laskett Lane, Much Birch, Hereford HR2 8HZ
Yorkshire Regional Event
Date: 15 July 2025
Time: TBC
Venue: Wykeham Mature Plants
Address: The Walled Garden, Wykeham Abbey, Wykeham, Scarborough, YO13 9QS
South West, Devon and Cornwall Region
Southwest Regional Event
Date: Tuesday 8 July 2025
Time: 10:30 - 15:30
Venue: RocketGro
Address: Swang Farm, Cannington, Bridgwater, Somerset TA5 2NJ
Agenda:
- Tour of RocketGro
- Business update from RocketGro and PlanetMark.
- Presentation by James Strawbridge - A chef and writer, influencer and Instagram promoter- 'plot to plate' and 'sustainable growing' with 'Organic low Carbon Living'
- Presentation by Ecotribo, a business which specialises in turning Ocean plastic and Plastic Waste into brilliant products like plant pots and even benches!
Devon & Cornwall Regional Event
Date: Tuesday 9 September 2025
Time: 10:30 – 15:00
Venue: Eden Project
Address: Bodelva, Cornwall, PL24 2SG
Central South Regional Event
Date: Thursday 24 July 2025
Time: 10:30 - 15:30
Venue: Formbar Limited
Address: Courtyard, The Cart Shed, Manor farm, Didcot OX11 0ND
Southwest Regional Event
Date: Thursday 11 September 2025
Time: TBC
Venue: Monkton Elm Garden Centre
Address: Monkton Heathfield, Taunton, Somerset, TA2 8QN
Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales and North England Region
Scotland Regional Event
We invite you to join us at the world leading James Hutton research institute and Intelligent Growth Solutions (Vertical Farming ) to learn how technology and advancements in breeding techniques will improve plant resilience and sustainability in the future.
Date: Wednesday 25 June
Time: 12:00 - 16:30
Venue: The James Hutton Institute
Address: Invergowrie, Dundee, DD2 5DA
Agenda:
- Arrival and Registration – Teas, Coffee, and cold drinks available
- Presentations from HTA and James Hutton Institute
- Lunch and Networking opportunities
- Tour of James Hutton Institute and Intelligent Growth Solutions
- Presentations from HTA and James Hutton Institute
North England Regional Event
Date: Tuesday 22 July
Time: TBC
Venue: Westland Horticulture & Sinclair
Address: 4LD South Rd, Ellesmere Port CH65 4LD
Regional Events Booking Form
Please fill in all the required information to book onto the regional event you would like to attend.
Should you have any additional questions or queries please contact the HTA Events team below who will be able to assist you with any further information