The yearly Perennial Plant Symposium is the only annual symposium devoted entirely to perennials. It is also the oldest with the first symposium presented in 1983. The location changes each year.  Enjoy learning about and observing perennials, gardens, and production facilities all across the USA and Canada.

2012 Perennial Plant Symposium - Boston, Mass - July 4-10

Hotel Information
Trade Show
Symposium FAQ

Hotel Information

Lectures, reception and the trade show will take place at the Boston Park Plaza Hotel. The room rate is: $129 for Single or $129 for Double.

Hotel Address:
Boston Park Plaza Hotel
50 Park Plaza at Arlington Street
Boston, MA 02116

Trade Show

Save the date for the 2012 Perennial Plant Symposium Trade Show! The Trade Show will take place July 6-8 at the Boston Park Plaza Hotel.

Symposium FAQ

When and where is the National Symposium held?
Each year the symposium is held in a different region of North America. The PPA is divided into seven regions and the symposium is held in a region once every seven years.

Who can attend?
The Perennial Plant Symposium is open to both members and non- members of the Perennial Plant Association. Recently, attendees represented 40 states and 6 foreign countries.

Why should I attend?
Attendees look forward each year to the fun of networking and making new friends at the annual reunion of perennial professionals!  The Perennial Plant Symposium is the only annual professional education conference dedicated solely to growing, retailing, and designing with herbaceous perennials. The Symposium has been presented since 1983.

What types of activities occur at the symposium?
The PPA Symposium includes specialty tours, a featured Wednesday professional tour, two days of professional multi-track seminars, multiple workshops, a trade show, and numerous networking opportunities. Attendees may select to attend the entire symposium or register for individual days and events.

How do I register and what is the cost?
Registration for the Perennial Plant Symposium is available in late April each year. Program and registration information is posted on the PPA website and PPA members also receive a program mailing. Symposium registration fees vary with the activity offered.

How can I promote my business (greenhouse/nursery/product) at the symposium?
Companies have an opportunity to purchase booth space in the trade show. Booth rental fees vary for booth size and location.

The PPA also offers companies an opportunity to sponsor different activities or functions throughout each symposium. For more information on the trade show or symposium sponsorship please contact the PPA Office.

National Symposium Locations

Past locations
2011 - Atlanta, Georgia
2010 - Portland, Oregon
2009 - St. Louis, Missouri
2008 – Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Future Locations
2012- Boston, Massachusetts