The Chartered Institute of Horticulture has announced that registrations for the popular Young Horticulturist of the Year award will open on 1st February 2023 and close at 5pm on 28th February 2023.
The competition is open to anyone across the UK and Ireland, who is under 30 on 31st July 2023. Whether you are a student, apprentice or working in the industry, this is a fantastic opportunity to test your horticultural knowledge and network with a wide range of individuals from across the industry.
The winner of the competition gains the prestige title of 'Young Horticulturist of the Year' and will receive a £2,500 travel bursary from The Percy Thrower Trust, generously provided by the Shropshire Horticultural Society.
The winner can undertake a trip, anywhere in the world, to study, complete work experience or embark on visits related to their chosen field of horticulture.
The Grand Final will be held on Saturday 6th May 2023 and will be live streamed.
Victoria George, the Competition Chair said, “I am looking forward to another year, and another eight finalists at the top of their game battling it out for the fantastic Percy Thrower Bursary, we have a fantastic venue for 2023 and can’t wait for the announcement!”
To find out more about the competition and how to take part, visit the Young Horticulturist of the Year website.