About FNGLA

Setting the Trends with V.I.P.'s - Very Important Plants
The Tropical Plant Industry Exhibition (TPIE) is the trade event showcasing the latest trends in foliage, floral and tropicals in warm and inviting South Florida. TPIE's trade show is more than an exhibit area - it's 200,000 square feet of living and vibrant plants creating a virtual indoor garden of showstopping displays.

With more than 500 exhibiting companies, TPIE offers wholesale buyers the widest array of resources for foliage and tropical plants in the country. Connect with vendors in person and touch and feel their plants and products.

New Wed. - Thurs. - Fri. format!

January 19-21, 2011, Fort Lauderdale, Florida
You asked, we listened! TPIE 2011 features an all new weekday format allowing both exhibitors and attendees the opportunity to explore Fort Lauderdale over a weekend, better travel rates and accommodating work schedules.

TPIE 2011 Promo shown at AIFD.

In addition to the extensive trade show, take advantage of the 2011 TPIE Tropical Trends Forecast presented as the Opening Session on Wednesday morning. This complimentary session will offer a look at the broader market trends and will focus on concepts, colors, textures and style which connect to tropicals - the V.I.P's (Very Important Plants) of TPIE.

More educational opportunities are available through the free demonstrations held hourly each day at TPIE, as well as a lineup of sessions specific to interiorscapers.
Save the Date for January 19-21, 2011. Registration opens later this fall. Become a Trendsetter at TPIE!

Official TPIE video

TPIE's warm winter location at the Broward County Convention Center makes TPIE Simply Sunsational! Ft. Lauderdale offers a TPIE backdrop of swaying palms and 23 miles of beaches, excellent restaurants, abundant shopping from designer to discount, water taxis for a unique transportation experience and a lively cultural district. All add up to make Ft. Lauderdale an ideal meeting city.

TPIE 2010 Photos