The leader in European ornamental plants and flowers production is the Netherlands, with a value of 2.7 billion Euros in 2024, followed by Italy at 1.44 billion Euros. Germany and France are also key players, contributing 1.18 and 1.04 billion Euros respectively. Spain shows significant promise with a steady upward trend, reaching 0.98942 billion Euros. Other noteworthy countries include Denmark, Switzerland, and Portugal, each contributing between 0.2 to 0.4 billion Euros. Nordic countries like Sweden, Finland, and Norway, although smaller in value, are also vital to the region's overall production.
Year-on-year variations indicate strong growth in Finland and Hungary, with increases of 10.99% and 12.34% respectively in 2023. Despite Germany having a slight decrease of -0.047%, and Denmark and Switzerland seeing negative variations, the general trend is positive across most countries highlighted by Latvia's impressive 31.58% growth.
Forecasts for future trends suggest continued growth, especially in Southern and Eastern Europe. Sustainability and innovation in production methods are likely to drive this growth. Additionally, the increasing demand for ornamental plants in urban areas and technological advancements in cultivation are key trends to watch in the coming years.
Top countries in Ornamental Plants and Flowers Production by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 2,700 | 2023 | +1.29% | +2.97% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 1,440 | 2023 | -1.29% | +4.36% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 1,180 | 2023 | -1.1% | -0.047% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 1,040 | 2023 | -0.73% | +2.01% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 989.42 | 2023 | -3.11% | +6.16% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Denmark | 355.43 | 2023 | +0.36% | -0.37% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Switzerland | 325.29 | 2023 | -1.16% | -0.28% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 240.7 | 2023 | +1.81% | +0.61% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 216.24 | 2023 | -0.31% | +2.32% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 206.54 | 2023 | -0.94% | +1.24% | View data |