“So Last Year”… We asked the Gardening Community what trends are in, and what we’re keeping out in 2025!

IN: Pairing Those Perennials | OUT: Disappointing Daffodils

Kayleigh (@GrowingWithKaz)

When planning your garden, it’s all about finding the right mix of blooms that thrive and bring you joy. Kayleigh (@GrowingWithKaz) shares her planting plans for 2025, highlighting her favourites, her no-go plants, and practical tips to inspire your own choices this year.

Perennials for Structure and Annuals for Colour

Kayleigh’s garden will be bursting with life thanks to her chosen combination of reliable perennials and vibrant annuals. “I want to include lots of perennials like Verbena, Alliums, and Foxgloves,” she shares, emphasising their ability to add height, structure, and year-on-year beauty.

Perennials aren’t the only stars in her garden. Kayleigh plans to layer her planting by adding colourful annuals to the front. “I’ll pair this with lots of pretty annuals like Cosmos, Asters, Cornflowers, and Lobelia,” she explains. These fast-growing blooms will create vibrant pops of colour, offering a dynamic contrast to the taller perennials behind them.

Kayleigh isn’t afraid to say goodbye to plants that don’t perform. “This year, I will not be growing Ranunculus,” she admits. “They have not gone well for me, and the results have been disappointing.”

Daffodils are also off the list for her front garden display. “I find they very quickly begin to look messy,” she says, explaining why she’s opting for more manageable options.

IN: Dried Flowers & Wild Planting / OUT: Single Purpose Blooms

Cara Addison (@GardeningWithCara)

Cara Addison has her finger on the pulse of the gardening ins and outs, and her predictions for 2025 are as inspiring as they are practical. “I think people have definitely caught the ‘dried flower’ bug!” she shares, and we couldn’t agree more. The dried flower trend isn’t just sticking around—it’s flourishing. With DIY wreaths, bouquets, and creative reels circulating on social media, gardeners are growing blooms specifically for drying, transforming their spaces into a source of beauty that lasts year-round.

Why Dried Flowers Are Trending

Longevity: Dried flowers offer a way to preserve your garden’s beauty all year round, Cara explains.

DIY Appeal: Whether for wreaths or arrangements, crafting with dried flowers lets gardeners explore their creative side.

Low Waste: Using dried flowers reduces reliance on store-bought decor, many of which are less sustainable.

But dried flowers aren’t the only thing on Cara’s radar. She also predicts a surge in “wild and free planting schemes which invite pollinators and wildlife in.” Cara believes this trend will make gardening more accessible, especially for beginners. “I believe this kind of gardening will also help beginner gardeners to get started and not be put off by feeling they need to have a formal plan or strict style to get planting,” she explains.

Start Simple: Wild planting doesn’t need to be overwhelming—just pick a mix of pollinator-friendly plants like daisies, lavender, and salvias.

Invite Wildlife: Add wildflowers and natural features to create a haven for bees, butterflies, and birds.

Enjoy the Process: Gardens don’t have to be formal to be beautiful, Cara reminds us.

Whether you’re jumping on the dried flower bandwagon or letting your plants grow wild and free, this year’s trends are all about creativity, sustainability, and making your garden a place to truly enjoy.

IN: Front Gardens | OUT: Fake Plants & Plastic Bits

Elliot (@TheGardeningKind)

For our final gardening ins and outs of gardening trends, the gardening world is moving away from cheap, disposable accessories in favour of sustainable, vintage-inspired designs. Elliot’s gardening ins and outs envision “a move away from trashy garden accessories that land up in a landfill.” This shift is more than just a trend; it’s a nod to sustainable practices, creativity, and the enduring charm of the arts and crafts movement.

Why Recycling is Trending

Eco-Friendly: Upcycling vintage materials breathes new life into old items, reducing waste and preventing unnecessary landfill contribution. Choosing reclaimed and recycled materials also lowers the demand for new resources, helping to conserve the planet’s limited raw materials.

When we repurpose something, we’re not just saving it from landfill—we’re giving it a story, a second life.

Unique Charm: There’s something magical about blending the past with the present in your garden. Vintage items add character and individuality to your garden. No two pieces are the same, allowing you to create a space that’s truly personal. 

Durability: Older materials like wrought iron, stone, or solid wood often outlast modern mass-produced alternatives. These sturdy materials are built to endure, meaning you’ll save money and reduce waste in the long run.