GITNUXREPORT 2025

Gardening Industry Statistics

Global gardening market exceeds $99 billion driven by sustainability and urbanization.

Jannik Linder

Co-Founder of Gitnux, specialized in content and tech since 2016.

First published: April 29, 2025

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70% of professional landscapers report a rise in demand for eco-friendly and sustainable gardening solutions

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The percentage of households with eco-friendly gardens is estimated to be 35% globally

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The percentage of biodegradable garden products increased by 20% in 2023, indicating a shift to environmentally friendly solutions

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The use of organic mulch increased by 15% in the last year, indicating a rising preference for eco-friendly mulching options

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Approximately 45% of professional landscapers now include native plants in their designs

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The global gardening industry was valued at approximately $99 billion in 2022

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The North American gardening market alone is expected to reach $31 billion by 2025

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The gardening segment accounts for around 45% of the total global landscape services industry

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The global organic gardening market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 8.2% from 2024 to 2030

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The online gardening retail segment in the U.S. increased by 20% in 2023

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Urban gardening initiatives are estimated to have increased by 25% in the last three years globally

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The demand for gardening tools and equipment has increased by 15% during the COVID-19 pandemic

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The sales of organic fertilizers in North America grew by 12% in 2022

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In Australia, the gardening sector contributes approximately $7.5 billion annually to the economy

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The global landscape lighting market is expected to reach $2.5 billion by 2027

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The sales of garden seeds saw a surge of 34% in 2023 compared to the previous year

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The organic gardening segment makes up about 25% of the total gardening market worldwide

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In the UK, garden centre sales increased by 9% in 2022

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The global hydroponics market is expected to reach $19.5 billion by 2027

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The demand for organic gardening products has increased by 17% annually over the past five years

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The indoor gardening market segment grew by 11% in 2022, driven by urbanization and lifestyle trends

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In Japan, traditional gardening tools saw a 14% rise in sales last year

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The global insecticide market for gardening is projected to reach $5.2 billion by 2028

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The number of community gardens in the U.S. increased by 10% from 2020 to 2022

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The global digital gardening market is projected to reach $8.4 billion by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 10%

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The global market for gardening-related educational programs grew by 14% in 2022, driven by increasing public interest in sustainable practices

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Gardening subscription boxes grew by 25% in 2023, reflecting the trend of DIY indoor and outdoor gardening

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The U.S. lawn and garden equipment market was valued at approximately $40 billion in 2022

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The global market for horticultural lighting is projected to reach $3.8 billion by 2028, growing at a CAGR of 9.3%

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Online sales of gardening tools and supplies grew by 18% in 2023, reflecting increased consumer shift to e-commerce

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The demand for pollinator-friendly plants increased by 28% in 2022, influenced by global initiatives for bee conservation

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The global edible landscaping market is projected to reach $4.2 billion by 2028, at a CAGR of 11%

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The average size of new community gardens in the U.S. has increased to 2,000 square feet in 2022, up from 1,500 sq ft in 2020

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The number of biodegradable plant pots sold globally increased by 25% in 2023, indicating a shift toward environmentally friendly gardening containers

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Approximately 63% of U.S. households engage in gardening activities

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The average American gardener spends about $503 annually on gardening supplies

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The plant care segment accounts for roughly 55% of the revenue in the global horticulture market

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Approximately 30 million households in the U.S. grow their own vegetables

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DIY garden projects increased by 22% during the pandemic

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The demand for drought-resistant plants has increased by 30% in the last three years

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The number of Australians participating in community gardening programs increased by 16% during 2021-2023

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80% of homeowners who landscape their yards seek sustainable and eco-friendly options

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In Europe, approximately 40% of households participate in gardening activities

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Xeriscaping is gaining popularity in arid regions, with a 23% increase in installations in 2023

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About 52% of urban households in Europe have some form of gardening space

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The use of smart irrigation systems increased by 18% in 2023 in the U.S.

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Key Highlights

The global gardening industry was valued at approximately $99 billion in 2022
The North American gardening market alone is expected to reach $31 billion by 2025
Approximately 63% of U.S. households engage in gardening activities
The gardening segment accounts for around 45% of the total global landscape services industry
The global organic gardening market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 8.2% from 2024 to 2030
The online gardening retail segment in the U.S. increased by 20% in 2023
The average American gardener spends about $503 annually on gardening supplies
In Europe, approximately 40% of households participate in gardening activities
Urban gardening initiatives are estimated to have increased by 25% in the last three years globally
The demand for gardening tools and equipment has increased by 15% during the COVID-19 pandemic
The sales of organic fertilizers in North America grew by 12% in 2022
70% of professional landscapers report a rise in demand for eco-friendly and sustainable gardening solutions
The plant care segment accounts for roughly 55% of the revenue in the global horticulture market

From backyard blooms to urban oases, the gardening industry is thriving globally, fueled by a surge in eco-friendly practices, technological innovations, and a booming market projected to reach nearly $100 billion in 2022.

Environmental and Sustainability Initiatives

70% of professional landscapers report a rise in demand for eco-friendly and sustainable gardening solutions
The percentage of households with eco-friendly gardens is estimated to be 35% globally
The percentage of biodegradable garden products increased by 20% in 2023, indicating a shift to environmentally friendly solutions
The use of organic mulch increased by 15% in the last year, indicating a rising preference for eco-friendly mulching options
Approximately 45% of professional landscapers now include native plants in their designs

Environmental and Sustainability Initiatives Interpretation

As the gardening industry navigates a green revolution—evidenced by surging demand for eco-friendly solutions, biodegradable products, and native plants—it's clear that sustainable landscapes are sprouting from the ground up, planting the seeds for a greener future worldwide.

Industry Market Size and Growth Trends

The global gardening industry was valued at approximately $99 billion in 2022
The North American gardening market alone is expected to reach $31 billion by 2025
The gardening segment accounts for around 45% of the total global landscape services industry
The global organic gardening market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 8.2% from 2024 to 2030
The online gardening retail segment in the U.S. increased by 20% in 2023
Urban gardening initiatives are estimated to have increased by 25% in the last three years globally
The demand for gardening tools and equipment has increased by 15% during the COVID-19 pandemic
The sales of organic fertilizers in North America grew by 12% in 2022
In Australia, the gardening sector contributes approximately $7.5 billion annually to the economy
The global landscape lighting market is expected to reach $2.5 billion by 2027
The sales of garden seeds saw a surge of 34% in 2023 compared to the previous year
The organic gardening segment makes up about 25% of the total gardening market worldwide
In the UK, garden centre sales increased by 9% in 2022
The global hydroponics market is expected to reach $19.5 billion by 2027
The demand for organic gardening products has increased by 17% annually over the past five years
The indoor gardening market segment grew by 11% in 2022, driven by urbanization and lifestyle trends
In Japan, traditional gardening tools saw a 14% rise in sales last year
The global insecticide market for gardening is projected to reach $5.2 billion by 2028
The number of community gardens in the U.S. increased by 10% from 2020 to 2022
The global digital gardening market is projected to reach $8.4 billion by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 10%
The global market for gardening-related educational programs grew by 14% in 2022, driven by increasing public interest in sustainable practices
Gardening subscription boxes grew by 25% in 2023, reflecting the trend of DIY indoor and outdoor gardening
The U.S. lawn and garden equipment market was valued at approximately $40 billion in 2022
The global market for horticultural lighting is projected to reach $3.8 billion by 2028, growing at a CAGR of 9.3%
Online sales of gardening tools and supplies grew by 18% in 2023, reflecting increased consumer shift to e-commerce
The demand for pollinator-friendly plants increased by 28% in 2022, influenced by global initiatives for bee conservation
The global edible landscaping market is projected to reach $4.2 billion by 2028, at a CAGR of 11%
The average size of new community gardens in the U.S. has increased to 2,000 square feet in 2022, up from 1,500 sq ft in 2020
The number of biodegradable plant pots sold globally increased by 25% in 2023, indicating a shift toward environmentally friendly gardening containers

Industry Market Size and Growth Trends Interpretation

As the gardening industry blossoms into a $99 billion global affair driven by urbanization, organic growth, and digital innovation, it’s clear that cultivating green spaces—whether on rooftops, community plots, or backyard beds—is becoming both an eco-conscious duty and a booming economic opportunity.

Market Segments and Consumer Engagement

Approximately 63% of U.S. households engage in gardening activities
The average American gardener spends about $503 annually on gardening supplies
The plant care segment accounts for roughly 55% of the revenue in the global horticulture market
Approximately 30 million households in the U.S. grow their own vegetables
DIY garden projects increased by 22% during the pandemic
The demand for drought-resistant plants has increased by 30% in the last three years
The number of Australians participating in community gardening programs increased by 16% during 2021-2023
80% of homeowners who landscape their yards seek sustainable and eco-friendly options

Market Segments and Consumer Engagement Interpretation

With over 63% of US households cultivating green thumbs and nearly $503 invested annually per gardener, the booming horticulture market—driven by a surge in DIY projects, sustainable choices, and international community initiatives—reflects a nationwide pivot towards eco-conscious self-sufficiency, even as drought-resistant plants see a 30% uptick and Australians embrace community gardening with a 16% rise.

Regional Market Insights

In Europe, approximately 40% of households participate in gardening activities
Xeriscaping is gaining popularity in arid regions, with a 23% increase in installations in 2023
About 52% of urban households in Europe have some form of gardening space

Regional Market Insights Interpretation

With nearly half of European households tending their gardens and xeriscaping gaining ground in arid areas, it’s clear that Europeans are cultivating not just plants, but a profound connection to green living, even amidst urban concrete jungles.

Technological Adoption and Innovations

The use of smart irrigation systems increased by 18% in 2023 in the U.S.

Technological Adoption and Innovations Interpretation

The 18% surge in smart irrigation adoption in 2023 hints that American gardeners are finally embracing tech-savvy watering, turning their lawns into both greener and more environmentally conscious landscapes.