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Danziger is excited to announce that Michael Perry, aka Mr. Plant Geek–and industry influencer–joins the world’s leading growers, young plant producers, retailers and brokers, during Danziger’s annual flagship event, NovemberFest in Israel.

Throughout this month-long event, Danziger is presenting more than 1,000 flowering pots, 500 varieties, 50 different crops and 60 flower series. NovemberFest brings together industry leaders and guests for discussions about upcoming trends, new genetics and plants for the 2020, 2021 and even 2022 seasons.

Perry visited Danziger’s main research and development site and took part in various marketing and R&D discussions. As part of his visit, Michael also explored Israel and enjoyed some sightseeing of Israel’s gems together with the Danziger team.

“I was very impressed with Danziger’s bedding plants display presented at NovemberFest, it was fascinating to explore the new varieties presented by them”, said Perry. “For me, the visit was a good opportunity to get to know Danziger, one of the leading breeding companies for cut flowers and bedding plants, it was inspiring to hear the stories behind the breeding process and the marketing’s new concepts. This visit combined my passion for plants with exploring new genetics and experiencing Israeli culture with Danziger’s team.”

About Danziger
Through innovative floriculture, creative collaboration and a spark of imagination, Danziger strives to produce extraordinary flowers to help customers achieve extraordinary success. Danziger is a global leader in bedding plant and cut flower breeding, backed by one of the largest R&D departments in the world. More than 100 scientists, researchers and professional breeders work to invent new varieties that are more durable, efficient, profitable and BEAUTIFUL. Nearly 1,000 customers in more than 60 countries count on Danziger varieties. Founded in 1953, the family-owned company is committed to bringing personal service to its customers. Danziger employs more than 1,500 people worldwide, with propagation facilities in Israel, Guatemala, Kenya and Colombia. For more information visit the new website: www.danzigeronline.com.

About Michael Perry
Michael Perry launched mrplantgeek.com by documenting his travels around the Costa Rican jungle. A self-confessed digital nomad, he has been on the move ever since, reporting back on his amazing horticultural findings whilst flitting from country to country. His work has taken him to North and Central America, Africa, Asia and Europe, and he still manages to keep up appearances on TV, with regular contributions to ITV This Morning, as well as his own show, Michael Perry’s Gardening World, on QVC. Perry regularly participates in charity work, with one notable experience involving a nude calendar shoot for the benefit of charity Perennial. He champions gardening for mental health and well-being, and promotes gender equality for gardeners and plant geeks alike. For more information, visit Michael’s website: https://mrplantgeek.com.