National Gardening Survey 2025 Edition
Published: July 10, 2025
Format: PDF (307 pages) + Excel Workbook
For over 50 years, the National Gardening Survey has been the definitive annual report trusted by leaders in the lawn and garden industry, investors, retailers, manufacturers, and researchers. Now in its 2025 edition, the Survey offers the most comprehensive and current view of U.S. household lawn and garden participation, spending, and market trends.
Conducted annually since 1973, the Survey helps decision-makers track long-term shifts, compare year-over-year participation, and uncover actionable consumer insights to support strategic planning and investment.
What's Included
- Full 307-page report (PDF) with an interactive table of contents
- Excel data workbooks with all tables, banners, and significance testing
- Searchable text for fast access to key terms and categories
Key Topics Covered
- Impact of inflation and economic uncertainty on gardening participation
- Projected participation and spending intentions for 2026
- Activity-specific trends across:
- Lawn care, landscaping, flower and bulb gardening
- Edible gardening (vegetables, herbs, fruits, berries)
- Houseplants and container gardening
- Native and wildlife-friendly plantings
- Water gardening, tree/shrub care, insect control
- Cannabis cultivation (if legalized)
- Product purchasing patterns:
- Organic products
- Native plants
- Cut flowers and floral arrangements
- Attitudes and motivations among both participants and non-participants
New in the 2025 Edition
- Clean, modern layout for improved readability
- Enhanced visual clarity of tables and figures
- All-new Excel workbook format for deeper analysis
- Clear indicators of statistically significant differences across demographics and activities
Once purchased, you'll receive immediate access to a ZIP file containing the full PDF report and the complete Excel workbook.
[View Table of Contents (PDF)]
Looking for prior years?
[View the 2024 National Gardening Survey]
