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With 88% of Americans growing plants or grass at home, the lawn and garden market is expected to grow by 2.7% in 2025, reaching $83 billion, and is expected to…
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US Lawn and Garden Products Market Report 2025
"Home-focused lifestyles fuel the lawn and garden market, with consumers prioritizing outdoor transformations and functional, affordable solutions."
Lindsay Cameron - Health & Wellness Analyst
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
What you need to know
Market size & forecast
Market predictions
What consumers want & why
Opportunities
Help consumers escape – without leaving home
Older adults’ plans to age in place offer brands the chance to work with them
Align the beauty of natural hues and scents with consumers’ desire for authenticity and quality
Using plant’s color and fragrance to embody luxury
MARKET DYNAMICS
Market context
Market drivers
While inflation has decreased and optimism is improving, caution still lingers for many
Graph 1: headline CPI and core CPI, 2021-25
Graph 2: consumer sentiment index, 2022-25
Highlight cost-effectiveness and value to address economic concerns
Market size and forecast
Retail sales and forecast of lawn and garden products
Retail sales and forecast of lawn and garden products at inflation-adjusted prices
Market share/brand share
Sales of lawn and garden products, by company
Scotts focuses on heritage and tradition to build trust
Spectracide’s comprehensive offerings secure its growing size
Consumer value drives private label growth
P&G’s debut in lawn care brings natural solutions with Spruce
Amazon and iRobot agree to terminate pending acquisition
Consumer Insights
Consumer fast facts
Lawn and gardening spaces
Outdoor spaces are the most common locations for growing plants
Graph 3: spaces in the home where plants are grown, 2025
Customize lawn and gardening tools and advice to match the age group and planting locations
Graph 4: spaces in the home where plants are grown, by age group, 2025
Medium-sized lawns are the most common across all age groups, making it vital for brands to focus solutions and messaging on this lawn size
Graph 5: size of lawn, by age group, 2025
Helping rural planters use their space and urban consumers find theirs
Graph 6: spaces in the home where plants are grown, by area, 2025
Graph 7: size of lawn, by area, 2025
Owning a living space encourages growing plants; inspire renters to invest in their homes
Graph 8: spaces in the home where plants are grown, by housing situation, 2025
Offer renters a green band-aid to transform their spaces effortlessly
Plants grown
Flowers are the most widely grown plant
Graph 9: plants grown at home, 2025
Consumers’ plant choices are guided by their growing space
Graph 10: plants grown at home, by type of space, 2025
Lead with expertise in space-specific plant care
Focus on practical value to drive interest in grass alternatives
Graph 11: consumers who grow grass or grass-alternative in yard/lawn, by age group, 2025
Younger consumers’ indoor gardening habits could fuel year-round potential
Graph 12: types of plants grown indoors, by age group, 2025
Hired professionals for lawn and garden services
Most lawn owners have utilized services
Graph 13: usage of services to care for lawn, by age group, 2025
For the under-55’s, lawn services are a luxury; for older generations, they’re a lifeline
For the under-55’s, lawn services are a luxury; for older generations, they’re a lifeline
Graph 14: usage of lawn services for regular maintenance, by age and income, 2025
Location affects the utilization of regular services
Graph 15: usage of regular lawn services and DIY, by region, 2025
Graph 16: usage of regular lawn services and DIY, by area, 2025
Prioritize messaging that emphasizes time as a valuable yet finite resource
Graph 17: reasons for utilizing lawn and garden services, 2025
CPG brands should leverage young consumers’ motives for choosing services to provide reassurance and knowledge
Graph 18: reasons for using lawn services, by age group 2025
Create solutions that balance outdoor enjoyment with reduced physical demands
Graph 19: physical limitations and disliking lawn work as reasons for hiring lawn services, by age group, 2025
Support return-to-office lifestyles with convenient solutions
Graph 20: lack of time as a reason for hiring lawn services, by employment and work from home status, 2025
Reasons for not using services are more varied
Graph 21: reasons for not using lawn services, 2025
Products can help older adults stay active with tools that ease, not replace, lawn care tasks
Adapt lawn care communication strategies for urbanites, suburbanites, and rural DIY’ers
Graph 22: reasons for not hiring lawn services, by area, 2025
Adapt lawn care communication strategies for urbanites, suburbanites, and rural DIY’ers
Purchase location
Mass-market retail stores are the go-to choice for most people shopping for lawn and garden supplies
Graph 23: purchase locations of lawn and garden supplies, 2025
Adapt strategies to meet the purchasing locations of house owners, condo owners, and renters
Graph 24: purchase location of lawn and gardening products, by living situation, 2025
Leverage wholesale networks to balance affordability and premium offerings
Menards’ regional focus makes it a top choice for Midwesterners
Graph 25: lawn and gardening products purchase location, by region, 2025
Interest in at-home lawn and garden transformations
Empower consumers to enhance their at-home enjoyment
Graph 26: interest in changing lawn and garden spaces at home, 2025
Technology wows, but addressing pain points sells
Champion cost-effective sustainability for younger generations
Graph 27: interest in making lawn and garden care more sustainable, by age group and income, 2025
Lead with boldness to spark connections with Black and Hispanic consumers
Graph 28: interest in changing lawn and garden spaces at home, by race and ethnicity, 2025
Attitudes and behaviors toward lawn and garden products
Consumers are open to learning about new ways to care for plants
Graph 29: attitudes and behaviors toward lawn and garden products, 2025
Inspire younger consumers to embrace their creativity by promoting diverse plant options and imaginative solutions
Graph 30: attitudes toward growing new plants and creativity in the lawn and gardening category, by age group, 2025
INNOVATION AND MARKETING STRATEGIES
Launch activity and innovation
ScottsMiracle-Gro partners with Google Cloud for AI-driven personalization
Tackling houseplant care challenges with thoughtful product design
Personalized gardening made simple by Plant by Number
Ace is the place with YardRx for personalized lawn care solutions
Marketing and advertising
Scott’s “Yard GOATs Get It” merges tradition with a contemporary twist
Inspiring real-world gardening through the charm of digital gardening
Spruce prioritizes safety for furry friends
Appendix
Market definition
Consumer research methodology
Generations
Abbreviations and terms
Retail sales and forecast of lawn and garden products fan chart
Forecast methodology
Forecast fan chart methodology
US Lawn and Garden Products Market Analysis
With 88% of Americans growing plants or grass at home, the lawn and garden market is expected to grow by 2.7% in 2025, reaching $83 billion, and is expected to rise to $102 billion by 2028. This growth highlights the increasing importance of home-focused lifestyles and outdoor transformations as key consumer priorities.
US Garden Retail Consumer Trends
Amid economic uncertainty, one of the biggest market opportunities lies in addressing affordability and functionality. With 40% of consumers facing financial challenges still eager to create outdoor spaces, brands can excel by offering DIY-friendly, cost-effective solutions. Innovations in sustainable and ergonomic tools cater to diverse demographics, from young eco-conscious gardeners exploring grass alternatives to older adults seeking assistance with lawn maintenance.
However, tariffs and inflation remain significant threats, risking increased costs in key categories. Consumers’ cautious outlook could drive demand for private-label products, intensify competition, and press brands to deliver standout value.
Key Topics Analyzed in the Report
Economic challenges impact consumer spending on lawn and garden products
Growth in private label offerings poses competition for major brands
Consumers prioritize cost-effectiveness and sustainability
Aging population influences demand for ergonomic and supportive tools
Interest in smart technology and at-home living improvements grows in the market
Regional and urbanization differences influence buying behaviors and preferences.
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