Report from the United Kingdom on 2009 garden center trends Print
Grow your own (GYO) is so successful that many UK garden centers are re-ordering lines that have sold out ahead of expectation – especially seed potatoes and propagation equipment.  A recent survey by DIY giant B&Q has identified that one in four Brits are growing some of their own fruit and vegetables, with another 10 percent of the nation considering it.  

Sales of glass greenhouses have risen by 75 percent year over year, with 36 percent of the population now owning a greenhouse and another 10 percent of the nation considering doing so.

The 30-something demographic is driving the GYO sector, with surprising contraction noted among the 55 plus market segment.

Contributing factors to the enormous growth in GYO are attributed to media attention on food safety, food miles, nutrition, sustainable lifestyles and of course, the economy.  Avid supporters of the GYO movement are British Prime Minister Gordon Brown and Prince Charles, among other national celebrities and organizations.

GYO is considered inexpensive entertainment for families and offers savings of approximately £200/year (about $300 USD).  Many also view it as an antidote to excessive technology takeover, socially desirable and even inspirational.
 

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