For over a decade, FlowersExpo has established itself as the premier professional event for the green industry in Russia and the CIS. The 16th edition of the exhibition is scheduled to take place from September 7 to 9, 2026, at the Crocus Expo International Exhibition Centre in Moscow, Pavilion 1, Halls 1, 3, and 4.
A Global Meeting Place for Industry Professionals
FlowersExpo is a comprehensive B2B platform that brings together producers, suppliers, and buyers from across the entire spectrum of the flower and plant industry. The event attracts over 380 companies from Russia and foreign countries, showcasing more than 100 new products and innovations. With 18,000 square metres of exhibition space, it is the largest event of its kind in the region.
Organised by the GreenExpo Exhibition Company, which is a full member of the Russian Union of Exhibitions and Fairs and the Global Association of the Exhibition Industry (UFI), the exhibition is a flagship event in the industry’s calendar.
Key Exhibition Sectors
The exhibition covers the full range of products and services required in the flower and landscaping industry:
- Flowers and Plants – Cut flowers, live and artificial flowers, dried flowers, potted plants, seedlings, and saplings of ornamental and fruit trees.
- Machinery and Technologies – Equipment for growing and selling flowers in greenhouses, lighting and irrigation systems, and solutions for urban farming.
- Flower Business and Logistics – Logistics services, wholesale companies, digital platforms for flower procurement, and marketplaces.
- Floristry and Design – Floristry accessories such as packaging, ribbons, floral foam, and decorative elements for interior décor.
- Garden and Gardening Products – Soils, fertilisers, plant protection products, seeds, and garden tools.
- Fertilisers and Plant Protection – Biological and chemical products for controlling pests and diseases, soil restoration agents, and waste recycling solutions.
Complementary Event: GreenExpo
Running alongside FlowersExpo is GreenExpo, an exhibition and forum for producers, distributors, and consumers of eco-products in the landscape industry. This co-location creates a more comprehensive experience for visitors and exhibitors alike, covering both flowers and the broader green economy.
A Robust Business and Competition Programme
FlowersExpo is renowned for its dynamic business and competition programme, offering over 60 events. Key highlights include:
- XII Conference for the Flower Business – FlowersCONF
- “INSPIRO Day” Conference
- Russian Florist Awards 2026
- Green Retail 2026 Conference
- Russian Florist Cup 2026 – the prestigious national floristry championship that brings together the best specialists from across Russia.
The Russian Florist Cup is a highlight of the floristry programme. In 2025, the competition tasks were dedicated to world cinema masterpieces under the theme “LIKE IN THE MOVIES”, with participants completing two homework tasks, one surprise task, and one semi-surprise task. Winners receive national recognition and status within the professional community.
Additionally, the Florists’ Award (Russian Florist Awards) is a contemporary floral design exhibition showcasing the most interesting and cutting-edge works that set the trends of the future.
Competition Programme for Exhibitors
The exhibition offers several competitions for participants, providing an opportunity to showcase their products to a wide audience:
- “New Product of the Year” – For companies involved in the breeding and production of flower and ornamental crops, as well as manufacturers of new types of technological materials and equipment.
- “Best Product Quality” – For manufacturing companies, plantations, and nurseries growing flower and ornamental, fruit, and vegetable crops.
- “Best Innovative Solution” – For enterprises involved in greenhouse construction, engineering equipment production, and the development of new technologies and materials.
These competitions are designed to encourage and promote innovative engineering solutions, creative initiatives, and high quality standards in the industry.
The Purchasing Centre for Retail Chains
A unique feature of the 2026 exhibition is the Purchasing Centre for Retail Chains and Garden Centers, which will take place on 9 September in a dedicated conference space. This event is held in the format of direct negotiations and brings together purchasing specialists from national retail chains, DIY stores, and garden centres to meet directly with manufacturers and suppliers. Participation is free for buyers and for exhibitors at the show.
Networking and Business Growth
The exhibition is a powerful networking hub, offering the highest concentration of green-industry professionals in one venue. It provides participants with the opportunity to discuss pressing issues, find new partners, clients, or suppliers, and renew relationships with existing contacts.
Exhibitor testimonials frequently highlight the direct business results achieved at the show. One participant noted that their nursery secured a significant order after their first participation, with the client not only purchasing plants but also commissioning a landscape project. Another said the exhibition provides a great opportunity to meet both new and existing clients from across Russia’s vast geography.
A Growing Platform
Year by year, the exhibition grows larger and more engaging. Companies attend from all corners of Russia, from the Far East to Kaliningrad, demonstrating the event’s essential role for the entire green industry. With an annual visitor attendance of over 12,000 professionals and a coverage of 65,000 specialists across Russia and the CIS, FlowersExpo offers unrivalled market access.
Getting There
FlowersExpo is held at Crocus Expo IEC, Pavilion 1, Halls 1, 3, and 4, located at 65-66 km of the Moscow Ring Road in Krasnogorsk. The nearest metro station is Myakinino on the Arbatsko-Pokrovskaya line, with a direct exit to the exhibition centre pavilions. Opening hours are 10:00 – 18:00 on 7-8 September and 10:00 – 16:00 on 9 September.
FlowersExpo is more than just a trade show—it is the annual gathering place for the entire flower and green industry in Russia, where business is done, trends are set, and professional connections are forged.
