And interestingly, the number-one reason people do garden is relaxation and stress reduction – it’s therapy. We will see a trend toward simpler product offerings from commercial growers and simpler combination offerings for the home gardener.
No color is out, four seasons of color is in. The Conard-Pyle Co., knows that people want color in their garden. This has been the standing trend for the past half dozen years. Today, hollies and junipers – staples 10 years ago – are an afterthought. People want flowers, whether it’s in the form of bedding plants, shrubs or trees. Plus, gardeners have become more sophisticated in that they want four seasons of color interest – from bulbs, to perennials to fall foliage and even winter berries or bark. While color doesn’t have to come from flowers, most home gardeners feel, “No flower, no room.” Pastels are out, bold colors are in. Longwood Gardens reports seeing more use of color in the landscape. And not just any colors, but bold colors. Designers are looking at the whole color package, not just the plants, too. Color is becoming more important with the structures and the accessories. There will be plenty of boldly painted trellises, houses and furniture, for instance. Fabrics are bolder, too, and reflect a continuation of interior themes. People are looking at the garden in terms of the whole function, as a living space, not just a yard full of plants.
Plain pots are out, exciting containers are in. Container gardening is still the hottest segment of gardening, according to Campania International. But no longer do homeowners want plain terra cotta containers. Antiques stone finishes and glazes are adding interesting dimensions of color to containers. Filling the home with accents and visual features that stimulate the eye by providing interest and diversion continues to drive change in container gardening.
Dirt is out, pre-formulated mixes are in. Home gardeners often lack disposable time and/or
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