In 2023, Germany imported around 48.3 million kilograms of fresh foliage and branches for bouquets. Projections for 2024 indicate a slight decline to 47.807 million kilograms, decreasing incrementally to 45.848 million kilograms by 2028, showing a year-on-year decrease of approximately 1% to 1.5%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this period suggests an average annual decline of around 1%.
Future trends to watch for:
- Changes in domestic production and consumption patterns affecting import demand.
- Environmental and sustainability initiatives impacting import regulations.
- Shifts in consumer preferences towards synthetic or alternative floral arrangements.