Trends

Terra Nova Nurseries pairs plants with 2026 Paint Colors of the Year

Terra Nova Nurseries has announced 22 varieties to pair with select 2026 Paint Colors of the Year recently announced by major paint brands. The “Terra Nova Colors of the Year” list was developed by the... more »

AFE schedules Trends to Watch in 2026 webinar

American Floral Endowment (AFE) recently announced that, as part of its Grow Pro webinar series, it will host a “Trends to Watch in 2026” session with speakers Charlie Hall, Ph.D., and Melinda Knuth, Ph.D. at... more »

Plants with a proven purpose in the landscape

From noisy neighbors to soggy spots in the garden, the right plants can solve a myriad of problems for your customers. Establish yourself as the expert in your area by offering them solutions that not... more »

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Garden Media Group releases 2026 Garden Trends Report

Garden Media Group has released its annual Garden Trends Report for 2026. According to the report, people are finding sweetness in unexpected places. From cozy games to catios, consumers are embracing small joys and simple... more »

Shrubs still rule

When it comes to woody shrubs, hydrangeas are king, according to Alec Charais, chief marketing and product development officer at Bailey Nurseries. However, in order to prevent flooding the market, it’s important they have a... more »

Trends that are all about that vase

The North American market for cut flowers remains strong as consumers fill garden beds and patio containers with better options for floral arrangements to enjoy at home or sell at local markets. Sunflowers are a... more »

Perennial plant spending trends show strong outlook

Spending on perennial plants remains strong heading into 2025, according to Proven Winners' 2025 Perennial Survey. More than 14,000 gardeners across the U.S. and Canada shared insights on purchasing behaviors and trends. The survey found... more »

Trend report: New gardeners to moderate spending in 2025

A new report from Axiom Marketing reveals that while new gardeners who started within the past four years plan to continue gardening in 2025, fewer will increase their spending and time investment compared to previous... more »

New sustainability guides focus on workforce well-being

The American Floral Endowment's Sustainabloom program has released three guides aimed at promoting social sustainability within the floriculture industry. Developed by researchers at NC State University, the guides address key topics such as employee education,... more »

PHS shares 2025 gardening trends

The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society (PHS) highlights emerging trends that span floral, landscape and ornamental design, as well as houseplants and vegetable gardening. Gardeners nationwide can look to PHS for inspiration and expert guidance in the... more »