The production of ornamental plants and flowers in Germany has seen various fluctuations over the past decade. Between 2013 and 2023, the industry placed in the range of 1.1 to 1.39 billion euros, with the lowest point in 2021 at 1.1 billion euros and an intermittent peak of 1.39 billion euros in 2019. Notably, the year-on-year changes have shown a mix of growth and decline, with significant increases in 2017 (12.34%) and 2019 (17.96%) contrasting with declines in 2014 (-12.78%) and 2021 (-16.84%).
In 2023, the production value stood at 1.18 billion euros. Over the last two years, the production experienced a decline of -1.1% in 2023 following a 7.87% growth in 2022. The average yearly variation over the last five years (CAGR) is calculated at approximately -0.047%.
Looking ahead, the forecasted data indicates a slight declining trend with values tapering down to 1.15 billion euros by 2028. The anticipated 5-year CAGR stands at -0.32%, suggesting a marginal annual decrease in production value.
Future trends to watch for include the effects of increasing environmental sustainability initiatives, potential shifts in consumer preferences towards low-maintenance or indigenous plant varieties, and the impact of global supply chain disruptions on the production and distribution processes.
