Welcome to the IGCA25 Congress itinerary! 

This year, we invite you to experience the rich horticultural landscape of Cape Town, South Africa, where tradition and modern practices come together in harmony. Discover leading garden centres, marvel at the stunning natural wonders of the Western Cape, and engage with industry experts from across the globe. Prepare yourself for a memorable journey filled with learning, collaboration, and the vibrant essence of one of the world’s most captivating cities.

Dates of congress:19 October to 25 October 2025

Sunday
19 October

13h00: IGCA Board Meeting

14h00: Next Gen Forum

16h00: IGCA AGM

19h00: Welcome dinner for delegates

Monday
20 October

08h00: Business Forum

09h25: Starke Ayres Rosebank

11h00: Ferndale Nurseries

11h50: Super Plants Tokai

12h45: Lunch at Groot Constantia

14h30: Tour of Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens

18h45: Dinner at 360° @ Bloemendal

Tuesday
21 October

09h20: Stodels Garden Centre Somerset West

11h00: Oak Valley Estate Cut Flower Section

13h30: Lunch at Bientangs Cave, Hermanus

15h10: Builders Express Hermanus

15h45: Wonderland Nursery

18h25: Benguela Cove Nature Walk

20h00: Dinner at Bossa Strand

Wednesday
22 October

08h30: Business Session

09h15: Information Meeting

10h20: Cape Garden Centre Stellenbosch

11h55: Babylonstoren

18h00: Dinner at Root 44

Thursday
23 October

09h00: Departure

09h55: Cape Garden Centre

12h30: Stodels Nurseries Bellville

14h05: Builders City/Builders Cape Gate

15h20: Explore, shop, and enjoy dinner at leisure at the V & A Waterfront (for each delegate’s own account)

20h30: Buses depart from V & A Waterfront

Friday
24 October

09h15: Stodels Milnerton

10h35: Visit Starke Ayres West Coast Village

13h15: Lunch at Lourensford Wine Estate

15h45: Free time

19h30: Pre-dinner drinks at hotel

20h15: Gala dinner - Black Tie

Saturday
25 October

09h00:Breakfast and departure

Register Now | Choose your tour option

Option 1: Interactive Tour
Engage actively with the bus captain and fellow delegates on topics like marketing, staff, finance, and succession planning, with opportunities to share information and conduct garden center reviews.
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Option 2: Next Generation Study Tour
For delegates aged 18-40, this tour includes a ‘Meet and Greet’ and Business Forum on Sunday, encouraging young professionals to network, share experiences, and participate in dynamic discussions.
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Option 3: Non-Interactive Tour
A relaxed, leisure tour with no formal engagements, open to all groups, allowing participants to enjoy the experience at their own pace with international delegates.
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About IGCA

The IGCA is an independent non-profit organization committed to the continuous improvement of the garden centre industry worldwide.

Host

SA Nursery Association
PO Box 514, Halfway House, 1685
Tel:  +27 82 7870-7628
Email:  gerdie@sana.co.za

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