Sustainability , biodiversity, native species, plants for pollinators and big, bold houseplants look to be among the gardening trends of 2025. A move towards species which will weather the storm of climate change are likely to come into focus in the New Year, while emerging AI advances are likely to gain pace, experts predict. Here are some of the 2025 trends, tipped by horticulturists and garden centres.
Native species “We expect native plants and designs that attract wildlife to rise as people include more biodiversity in their gardens,” says Julian Palphramand, head of plants at British Garden Centres . “ Plants like foxgloves, honeysuckle, lily of the valley, primrose, dog rose, lavender and cow parsley will appear in natural planting schemes.” Native trees are poised to become even more popular in 2025 as sustainability and biodiversity become priorities, he continues.
Species like blackthorn, hawthorn and crab apple are particularly well-suited to UK gardens, providing beautiful floral displays, attractive berries and valuable habitats for pollinators and birds. Hydrangeas are also back in fashion, he adds. “The later flowering paniculata types have seen the biggest rise which may be to do with the increased range available but also the fact that they flower strongly after many other garden shrubs have finished their display.
” Climate change response “ Consumers are very aware of the changing climate and will garden accordingly and this will bring the inev.
