Trends

The 2024 State of the Industry Report published by Garden Center cites the rise of sales in annuals and perennials, with independent garden centers (IGCs) reporting perennial sales growth increasing from 17% to 24% in 2024. Hardware Retailing suggests stocking …

The Home Improvement Research Institute (HIRI) recently released the Generational Differences in Home Improvement Activity report, detailing data about behaviors, insights and preferences homeowners in different generations experience.  Among the data provided in the study, HIRI reports Millennials are more …

For homeowners looking to upgrade and revamp their spaces, a new year brings opportunity for a clean slate and fresh ideas. Houzz recently highlighted 34 design trends that are expected to stand out in 2025.  Hardware Retailing chose products in …

In an age of retail where consumers have countless choices on where to spend their money, building brand loyalty is an aspect of your business to take seriously in 2025. According to the Qualtrics 2025 Consumer Trends Report, 53% of …

spoga+gafa, the world’s largest garden and barbecue trade fair, recently announced “Design Gardens” as its theme for the 2025 show. The show will focus on highlighting product and design trends that reflect the theme. Pillars representing the theme include open …

A recent report published by the National Retail Foundation (NRF) and Happy Returns notes the prevalence of returns in the retail industry and cost threats returns pose for retailers.  The report says retailers estimate 16.9% of their annual sales this …

In September, Ryder System Inc. released its 2024 study, The Influence of Omnichannel Excellence on Consumer Behavior, which benchmarked consumer behaviors, preferences and expectations when shopping online. The study found that consumers want a mix of online and brick-and-mortar shopping …

It’s the holiday season and decor shopping is in full swing for consumers. According to a survey conducted by National Tree Company, a major private wholesaler of artificial Christmas trees, 35% of customers plan to purchase a new artificial Christmas …