The 2023 data reveals that the Netherlands leads the European ornamental plants and flowers market with a significant area share of 44.22 thousand hectares, witnessing a slight year-on-year growth of 1.26%. Other top contributors are the United Kingdom, Italy, Germany, and Spain, although Italy experienced a notable decline of 4.26%. France also saw a substantial decrease of 11.17% in its area share.
While some countries displayed marginal growth such as Austria and Luxembourg, others including Belgium, Poland, and Portugal suffered considerable reductions. Serbia and Malta saw prominent growths, indicating potential areas for future expansion.
Future trends to watch in the European ornamental plants and flowers market include sustainable and organic cultivation, technological integration in agriculture, and increasing demands for diverse plant varieties. Monitoring growth areas like Luxembourg, Estonia, and Serbia can offer insight into emerging markets and potential investments.
Top countries in Ornamental Plants and Flowers Area Share by Country (Thousand Hectares)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 44.22 | 2023 | +1.16% | +1.26% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 8.45 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 8.1 | 2023 | -0.3% | -4.26% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 7.93 | 2023 | +2.66% | -0.98% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 7.28 | 2023 | -1.15% | -0.62% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 5.9 | 2023 | -3.17% | -11.17% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 5.25 | 2023 | +82.77% | -5.26% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 3.99 | 2023 | +1.85% | -9.26% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 2.35 | 2023 | -2.5% | -9.26% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Serbia | 0.83 | 2023 | -10.39% | +9.42% | View data |
