In a world where a healthy environment and safe and sufficient food are at the very forefront of the global agenda, the relevance of horticulture is clear – the way horticulture is carried out today has a direct bearing on the health of the global planet.

Floriade Venlo 2012 will represent a unique encounter between aesthetics and functionality, tradition and modernity. The Floriade will be, first and foremost, a celebration of nature and the beauty of horticulture—a place where visitors can see, smell, touch, taste, and feel the joys of it.

But the Floriade will also be an informative experience, where the public can learn about the various values of horticulture today and understand better the many questions that arise from modern horticulture. From genetic engineering, diseases, biodiversity, safe waste management, depleting food supply, and others, the host of issues facing our planet related to horticulture are significant.

Floriade Venlo will ask these questions that touch any ordinary citizen – in a most extraordinary setting

Venlo: A Horticultural Hot Spot

Situated in the south east of the Netherlands in the province of Limburg, Venlo is at the border between Germany and the Netherlands. Venlo is a part of the Greenport Venlo, one of the five Greenports – or horticultural regions – in the Netherlands.

More information at: http://www.floriade.nl

Be part of the theatre in nature; get closer to the quality of life

April – October 2012

Between April and October 2012, over 2 million visitors* will be able to delight in the beauty and the creative power of nature that will color the site of Floriade Venlo 2012, spread over 66 hectares, in the south eastern city of Venlo, Netherlands. The art of sustainably producing flowers, plants, tress, fruits, and vegetables will be presented in a most exquisite setting by participating countries, businesses, horticultural companies, public entities, and other participants.

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