AUSTRALIAN HORTICULTURAL TRIALS 2022

We’re looking forward to the 2022 Australian Horticultural Trials Week as no doubt you are!

The time is upon us again – for four wonderful days in December, NGIV and Australia’s top breeders and growers are proud to take part in the 2022 Australian Horticultural Trials Week presented by The Garden Gurus (as seen on Channel 9).

This year’s Horticultural Trials Week is on from 6 to 9 December. Whether you want to see how new plants or products perform, network with industry colleagues or pick up some useful tips form the experts, Trials Week is not to be missed.

Presenting Partner: The Garden Gurus as seen on Channel 9

The Garden Gurus and Nine Entertainment Co are celebrating the 20th anniversary of Australia’s longest running garden television series on commercial television, a series that is dedicated to promoting innovation in the garden industry.

Since launching in WA in 2002 Guru Productions has produced over 850 episodes and nearly 7000 stories about new plants, innovative products that make gardening easier or more successful and the series filmed across Australia has been seen in over 86 countries in seven languages.

Every year the garden industry reinvests millions of dollars in research, development and breeding programs that enable consumers to have more productive and beautiful gardens. The Garden Gurus is currently playing across Channel 9 nationally on Saturday afternoons, on 9NOW, and being repeated on 9LIFE nationally with multiple broadcasts. In 2023, Channel 9 has scheduled another two seasons with 30 episodes focused on the autumn and spring seasons and the latest plants, products and services delivered to consumers by the garden industry.

The Garden Gurus offers the unique opportunity to have third party credible experts and skilled communicators tell your story to hundreds of thousands of Australian gardeners.

A brief history of Australian Horticultural Trials Week

Now is the perfect time to reflect on the history of this prestigious event and understand what makes the Australian Horticultural Trials Week special?

The Australian Horticultural Trials (AHT) has a relatively young history in comparison to the depth of Australia’s horticultural history. Showcasing the best plants and products needed a united effort and, in 2001, a group of pioneering industry figures and businesses came up with the idea of Hortivations. They believed there was a missed opportunity to show the broader industry some of the innovations coming out of Victoria, in a format similar to the Pack Trials held in the United States.

Hortivations, held at Ball Australia’s former site in Keysborough, was originally designed for multiple businesses to present to the wholesale industry the variety of plants and products available. The coming together of many individual businesses at the one site (Ball Australia), to showcase their products, is testament to the strength and unity of the industry. The shared goals of everyone made the event a success for many years.

In 2016 the Australian Horticultural Trials were conceived. The continuation of the event in a new format, with each business showcasing its products on its own site, was developed. The rich network of growers involved, producing innovative and quality products, built on the solid Hortivations platform to showcase their products to the industry. Fundamentally each of the events (Hortivations and the Australian Horticultural Trials) was designed to promote new varieties, and to educate and inform the industry nationally about the extensive network of local and international breeders working together for the benefit of the local industry.

The relaxed yet professional environment the AHT participants create each year at their sites is perfect for viewing and learning about quality plants and products, while doing business and networking with old and new friends from across the country. Everyone is welcome at AHT – from wholesale growers looking for the next product to add to their schedule, to the retailers and the horticultural media searching for the next big thing to hit the shelves and our landscapes.

2022 Plant Exhibitors

Ball Grower Trials – Ball Australia

Ball Australia is part of a global family of breeders and researchers. We continue to partner with some of the leading plant breeders and suppliers – overseas and locally, to bring new and exciting varieties to the Australian market from all corners of the world.

Viable and innovative flowers for beautiful garden performance, new and unusual foods to grow and varieties that require minimal care with reliable results.

2022 Ball Grower Trials focuses on these key areas so home gardeners can fill their spaces with plants for health, wellbeing and to encourage pollinators.

Address: 735 Westernport Hwy, Skye, VIC 3977

Ph: (03) 9798 5355 | E: kateg@ballaustralia.com

www.ballaustralia.com

When: 9:00am to 4:00pm, Tuesday 6 to Friday 9 December 2022

PlantFest 2022 – Greenhills Propagation Nursery/Touch of Class Plants

Whether you are a grower, retailer, or media member, we invite you to come and see the latest that Greenhills Propagation Nursery and Touch of Class Plants have to offer.

We have an array of new release plants that we are excited to show you – There is something for everyone at PlantFest! Site visits will be via appointment only – Please register using the link provided. If you can’t attend on site, register for a virtual presentation or information booklet.

Address: 20 Gillespie Road, Tynong, VIC 3813

Ph: 03 5629 2443 | E: sales@greenhillspropagation.com.au

www.touchofclassplants.com.au/plantfest

When: 8.00am to 3.00pm, Tuesday 6 to Thursday 8 December 2022

Visits by appointment only, please register at: http://www.touchofclassplants.com.au/plantfest

Fleming’s Innovation Showcase – Fleming’s Nurseries

Fleming’s is excited to participate in NGIV Trials week for the first time. We are looking forward to sharing our most recent tree and shrub introductions. There will also be an exclusive pre-order opportunity for some of our very exciting upcoming releases. We will be open all week and happy to have interested parties drop by. However to ensure we are best able to host you, and to manage group numbers effectively, we would appreciate you making an appointment. We also welcome those seeking a broader nursery tour, or for groups larger than 10. All visitors will need to sign in on arrival.

Address: 1 Fleming Lane, Monbulk, VIC 3793

Ph: 03 9756 6105 | E: mail@flemings.com.au

www.flemings.com.au

When: 9:00am to 4:00pm, Tuesday 6 to Friday 9 December

A Kaleidoscope of Colour – JD Propagation

JD Propagation invites you to see “A Kaleidoscope of Colour” at our 2022 trials.

With genetics sourced from some of the most renowned breeders such as Dümmen Orange, Syngenta, Volmary, Outback Plants, Kiwi Flora, PAC, Greenfuse, Snowbrand, Royal Van Zanten and Danziger. You will find that we have an extensive plant range that is second to none.

Our philosophy is simple – to listen, understand and deliver a quality product whilst exceeding a high level of service. We believe that we are only as good as the last plant that we send out and we continue to work towards improving our structure and processes to maintain a high level of consistency.

Address: 575 Tyabb–Tooradin Road, Pearcedale, VIC 3912

Ph: 03 5915 2476 | E: customerservice@jdpropagation.com.au

www.jdpropagation.com.au

When: 8:30am to 4:30pm, Tuesday 6 to Friday 9 December Please contact customer service to book an appointment

A Kaleidoscope of Colour with JD Propagation – Dümmen Orange

JD Propagation has been licensed to produce Dümmen Orange genetics for the Australian market and they will have young plants available from January 2023. Dümmen Orange is a leading breeder of annuals, pot plants, perennials, cut flowers, tropicals and succulents and with JD Propagation we look forward to showing you the products available for 2023.

Address: 575 Tyabb–Tooradin Road, Pearcedale, VIC 3912

Ph: 0424 845 569 | E: m.curtis2@dummenorange.com

https://apac.dummenorange.com/

When: 8:30am to 4:30pm, Tuesday 6 to Friday 9 December

Please contact customer service to book an appointment

e: customerservice@jdpropagation.com.au

New Genetics Showcase – Haars Nursery

The Haars Team will be showcasing an extensive range of new and innovative plant genetics which will be introduced to the Australian market during 2023/4. Haars Nursery has extensive partnerships internationally, enabling us to promote, market and distribute leading plant genetics. Join us for a coffee, stay for lunch, enjoy our open house during Trials Week 2022.

Haars Nursery Pty Ltd is a privately owned Australian producer of flowering indoor and outdoor plants, herbs, vegetables, superfoods and landscape varieties. At Haars Nursery we work with breeding partners who continually innovate to provide new and improved plants. Our partners focus on breeding varieties which are heat tolerant, disease resistant and maintain good natural growth habits, reducing the requirements for any chemical applications. Haars Nursery works with elite young plant material which has been tested and is free of virus and disease. We provide our partner growers and Australian gardeners with clean, high quality plant material.

Address: Haars Lyndhurst, 605 Thompsons Road, Lyndhurst, VIC 3975

Ph: 03 5973 2999 | E: sales@haarsnursery.com.au

www.haarsnursery.com.au

When: Tuesday 6 to Friday 9 December

Onsite appointments between 9:00am and 5:00pm, please book via sales@haarsnursery.com.au

2022 Allied Exhibitors

Powerplants Australia

Powerplants Australia offers a wide variety of products and services in horticultural technology, operating in all sectors of the horticulture industry including: berries, soft fruit, field vegetables, nurseries, protected cropping, cut flowers, and medicinal cannabis.

We specialise in greenhouse technology, which includes controlled climate solutions, fertigation and recycling systems, and labour-saving technologies. Our continual investment in global product research and development means our solutions will suit any type of conditions. In addition to this, our nationwide network and dedicated team of hands-on specialists means all our customers have access to 24/7 service and spare parts.

Address: 27 Technology Circuit Hallam VIC 3803

Ph: 03 8795 7750 | E: sales@powerplants.com.au

www.powerplants.com.au

When: 8:30am to 5.00pm, Monday 5 to Friday 9 December

Art & Science of Propagation – Proptec

Customised sustainable solutions for your Nursery

» The benefits of the Ellepot system for propagation and nursery automation

» Tailored TopMix growing media to suit your specific crop » Enhancing root architecture with Air Tray technology

» Using Quick Plugs for proper aeration and moisture retention

» Revolutionising root production with Pioneer Pots

Address: KCC Park, 655 Westernport Highway, Skye, VIC 3977

Ph: 07 3177 1700 (main office) | E: info@proptec.com.au

www.proptec.com.au

Sally Skinner (Qld) 0417 630 698 | E: sallys@proptec.com.au

Michael Doensen (Vic) 0400 737 783 | E: michaeld@proptec.com.au

When: 6.30am to 3.00pm, Tuesday 6 December (one day only) Visitors are encouraged to book in advance by emailing michaeld@proptec.com.au with attendee names, company name, party size and contact details.

Recycle for a Better Future – Garden City Plastics

Garden City Plastics, in partnership with Norwood and Polymer Processors are collecting PP5 material to return to horticultural pots, carry trays, propagation trays and flower buckets.

Address: 10 EJ Court, Dandenong South, VIC 3175

Ph: 03 9728 0300 | E: greg.carrick@gardencityplastics.com

www.gardencityplastics.com

When: 9am to 4pm, Tuesday 6 to Friday 9 December 2022

Starter Pots – Super Starters

At Super Starters we understand that our customers are looking for an edge and are demanding a smarter and more efficient way of working. A Starter Pot gives you the opportunity to produce a high-quality final product with a more consistent strike rate over a shorter period of time. Our key focus is the end product and we understand that this is critical to your business. Having been on the receiving end we only send out products that we would want to propagate into ourselves. We aim to work with our customers to provide a service that is consistent, reliable, and suitable for your needs.

Address: 575 Tyabb–Tooradin Road, Pearcedale, VIC 3912

Ph: 03 5924 1011 | E: bobby@superstarters.com.au

www.superstarters.com.au

When: 8:30am to 4:30pm, Tuesday 6 to Friday 9 December Book an appointment by contacting the nursery at e: customerservice@jdpropagation.com.au.

Keep your PP5 alive – Norwood Industries

Norwood, Garden City Plastics and Polymer Processors are collecting PP5 material to return to the horticultural market.

Address: 6 Wedgewood Road, Hallam, VIC 3803

Ph: 0415 173 480 | E: adam.coyle@norwood.com.au

www.norwood.com.au

When: 9.00am to 5.00pm, Monday 5 to Thursday 8 December

Tailoring Nutrition for Better Crops – ICL

ICL’s aim is to show the differences that fertiliser application rates, product selection and potting timing can have on finished product quality and shelf life. Please note the trial product is being grown at Plantex Nursery with the assistance of James Barr and his team under controlled conditions. James is using Ball genetics as agreed by Ball and ICL.

Address: (Ball Australia site) 735 Westernport Hwy, Skye, VIC 3977

Ph: Roger Boyle 0418 350984 | E: roger.boyle@icl-group.com

www.icl-sf.com.au

When: 9am to 4pm, Tuesday 6 to Friday 9 December 2022

Things to know about the Australian Horticultural Trials Week

Where to stay

> Quest Frankston

> Atura Dandenong

> Hyatt Place – Caribbean Park

https://www.horticulturaltrials.com/ accommodation

What’s on

> Trials Week – Tuesday, 6 to Friday, 9 December

> NGIV’s Trade Day – Tuesday, 6 December from 7am (to book – p: 03 9576 0599)

> Trials Week Breakfast – Wednesday, 7 December from 7am (to book – p: 03 9576 0599)

Where everything is located

To help you get around and find your way during the week we’ve produced a map to guide you.

We will keep you updated of any more exhibitors in our weekly e-newsletter and the Trials Website. Visit horticulturaltrials.com to find out more about the Australian Horticultural Trials Week and what’s in store this year.

https://www.horticulturaltrials.com/ To find out more about the week, please visit horticulturaltrials.com.