As we approach 2025, gardening trends are reflecting deeper cultural shifts, blending aesthetics, sustainability, and technology. Here are the key themes for the upcoming year, inspired by the National Garden Bureau and the Garden Media Group:
1. "Nature's Renaissance" Movement
This overarching theme emphasizes reconnecting with nature in urban and personal spaces. Cities are adopting green strategies like urban gardens to combat the climate crisis, while individuals are favoring designs that incorporate natural, "lived-in" aesthetics
2. Color of the Year: Mocha Mousse
Pantone announced 2025's color of the year earlier this December. Mocha Mousse is a warm neutral tone, helping to create a feeling of comfort.
3. Emerging Trends
- Lived-In Gardens: Rustic and authentic spaces featuring upcycled materials and thriving, less-manicured plantings are becoming a favorite.
- Living Fences: Using hedges and plants to create privacy is trending, merging utility with ecological benefits.
- Music in Gardens: Pairing gardening activities with music playlists for a multisensory experience is a quirky new hobby on the rise
4. Eco-Conscious Gardening
A growing interest in foraging and local flora reflects the desire to live sustainably. This aligns with trends like rewilding barren lots and fostering biodiversity in urban areas
5. National Garden Bureau's Plants of the Year
Each year, the National Garden Bureau selects one plant for a few different categories, including an annual, perennial, bulb plant, edible plant, houseplant, and a shrub. The plants chosen for each category are selected for being popular among gardeners, easy-to-grow, widely adaptable and versatile. This year, they chose asclepias or milkweed (perennial), caladium (bulb), calendula (annual), monstera (houseplant), dogwood (shrub), and peas (edible). Learn more about their selections on the National Garden Burueau's website.
Whether you're looking to infuse your garden with teal accents, grow your own produce, or experiment with a natural aesthetic, 2025 promises to be an exciting year for gardeners. Stay inspired by integrating these trends into your green spaces!