The report, which is based on financial data from 80% of the garden centres market and input from garden product manufacturers shows a strengthening market following real growth in the second half of 2013.
Sales of garden products via the internet are set to reach £400m this year, says the report, adding that garden centres have lost some market share in recent years. However, this trend is now slowing slightly as growing consumer confidence is fuelling the purchase of higher quality products backed by strong service.
Key sectors forecast to perform well include garden buildings and furniture, along with horticulture, water features, equipment and barbecues, all of which are set to outperform the UK economy by more than 5% in the next four years.
The full MTW report, which costs £565, is available from www.marketresearchreports.co.uk and or 08456 524324.
