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Great season for Garden Centres but caution remains

2025 has begun on a strong note for garden centres across the country.

Published 17th June 2025

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The fine spring weather has led to a significant increase in sales, with garden centres reporting growth between +5% and +19%, with +13% to +15% being typical. Restaurant sales have also seen an uplift, though less pronounced, with increases around +5% to +8%.

Trends

Identifying trends is hard when the weather had such a dominant influence on sales. However, those mentioned include:

  • A decline in pet sales, mirroring the decline in pet ownership post-COVID.
  • Strong performance in the food sector for treats and gifting.
  • A shift towards metal furniture from resin.
  • Decoration for the garden, such as solar lights, cushions (+45%), and screening, is trending.
  • Customers are cautious with larger purchases and are looking for value for money.
  • Visitors are coming on a leisure visit where comfort, inspiration and good hospitality are vital. “We have fewer ‘pop in, buy what they want and leave’ customers”.

For the full article please visit Garden Forum

Photo by Annie Spratt on Unsplash

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