Vertical Garden Construction Market Size 2024-2028

The vertical garden construction market size is projected to increase by USD 611.1 million at a CAGR of 12.18% between 2023 and 2028.  The vertical garden construction market is experiencing significant growth due to various influential factors. One such factor is the increasing emphasis on green building construction, as sustainability becomes a priority in both residential and commercial sectors. Additionally, global go-green initiatives are driving the demand for eco-friendly structures, further boosting the market. Another factor fueling growth is the limited availability of horizontal spaces in urban areas, leading to a surge in demand for skyscrapers with integrated vertical gardens. These gardens not only enhance the aesthetic appeal of buildings but also contribute to energy savings and improved air quality. Consequently, the vertical garden construction market is poised for substantial expansion in the coming years.

Market Overview

The market shows an Accelerated CAGR during the forecast period.

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Market Dynamics

The market is experiencing significant growth due to the increasing awareness of carbon footprint reduction and the need for sustainable buildings. This market encompasses the design, installation, and maintenance of Vertical Gardens, which can be constructed on walls or facade walls of buildings. These gardens utilize various growing media, such as Hydroponic Media, to cultivate Plants in Pots, creating a lush, green environment. Vertical Gardens contribute to reducing CO2 Emissions, improving Air Quality, and enhancing Biodiversity. They are an essential component of Green Buildings, which are energy efficient and have a minimal carbon footprint. Architects and Engineers are integrating these gardens into their designs to reduce the impact of Human Activity on Natural Areas and Urbanisation. The construction of Vertical Gardens also provides a habitat for Flora and Fauna, contributing to the ecology and promoting a harmonious coexistence of urban life and the natural world.

Key Driver

The limited horizontal space driving the demand for skyscrapers is notably driving the market. Vertical Garden Construction refers to the integration of vegetation on walls and structures, rather than the traditional horizontal garden setup. This innovative approach to gardening utilizes plants grown in pots or hydroponic growing media, which reduces the carbon footprint associated with land-intensive gardening. With the increasing global population and urbanization, Vertical Gardens have become a popular solution for builders, architects, and engineers to incorporate flora and fauna into buildings, thereby reducing CO2 emissions and contributing to sustainable buildings. These green gardens not only provide clean air indoors but also help insulate buildings from temperature fluctuations and solar radiation, leading to energy efficiency and reduced electricity consumption in the construction sector. Freestanding Vertical Gardens are also gaining popularity in residential and commercial settings, including hotels, office buildings, hospitals, and even green façades in the commercial building industry.

Additionally, the use of Vertical Gardens contributes to LEED certification, a global agency that recognizes green building projects. LEED certification provides credit points for reducing energy consumption and other important parameters, segmented into four categories: certified, silver, gold, and platinum. By integrating Vertical Gardens into buildings, architects and engineers can create visually appealing and eco-friendly structures that promote biodiversity and ecology. Therefore, the limited horizontal space driving the demand for skyscrapers is expected to drive the growth of the global over the forecast period.

Significant Market Trends

Vertical gardens promoting indoor agriculture are the primary trend shaping the global market. Vertical gardens add scenic beauty to buildings and are created to absorb ambient pollutants and enhance cooling. As environmental concerns grow, governments around the world are calling for mandates and standards to encourage this gardening. These gardens are now used for growing vegetables and fruits, and indoor farming has become an important application of this concept. Agricultural techniques and techniques are required. With the development of technology in the field of indoor farming, production costs have become almost the same as those of outdoor farming.

Further, advances in lighting, seed development, and control systems have transformed indoor farming into a broader economic activity. Indoor farming, like any new agribusiness, expects a large number of shareholders to help its expansion. Local governments also play an important role in promoting indoor farming by enacting indoor farming regulations and zones. With external support from governments and increasing food demand worldwide, the indoor farming industry is likely to drive the global vertical horticulture market during the forecast period.

Major Challenge

Sustaining vertical gardens is a major challenge impeding the global market. Despite the high installment and maintenance costs, it takes a lot of effort and money to keep such a garden lush and vibrant. When a plant outgrows a potted plant, it will starve of nutrients and die. Another problem is that plants often die due to disturbances in the irrigation system.

Moreover, a vertical flowering garden requires a lot of planning and attention. Light analysis, growth profiles, and climate predictions are sought after. The walls themselves are a complex combination of different layers of steel, polycarbonate, felt, and an internal irrigation system. Keeping in mind all the aforementioned technical details is a hectic task and difficult. Such challenges hinder the growth of the global market during the forecast period.

Market Segmentation

By Type

The market share growth by the outdoor segment will be significant during the forecast period. The outdoor segment consists of living walls created on the exterior surface of buildings or composite walls. This segment is experiencing significant growth, driven by rapid urbanization and declining outdoor air quality.

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The outdoor segment was valued at USD 430.2 million in 2018. Outdoor air quality has deteriorated significantly in recent years. The increase in global pollution is a major cause of outdoor air quality deterioration, leading to an estimated 3.4 million deaths each year worldwide. The increase in global air pollution and its adverse effects on human health, coupled with increasing awareness of anthropogenic global warming, is expected to encourage the adoption of these garden solutions to help improve air quality and humidify the air. Meanwhile, rapid urbanization is expected to bring some growth opportunities for the global market. Thus, urban population growth, coupled with the expansion of urban areas, has led to a decrease in the global forest area. This subsequently led to a worldwide drop in air quality. In addition, the increase in pollution worldwide is expected to have negative effects on human health, such as respiratory problems. To avoid this, several initiatives have been taken to raise awareness about the plantations. These factors are expected to encourage the adoption of these gardens in dense urban areas around the world during the forecast period.

Regional Analysis

APAC is estimated to contribute 47% to the growth of the global market during the forecast period

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Technavio's analysts have provided extensive insight into the market forecasting, detailing the regional trends and drivers influencing the market's trajectory throughout the forecast period. APAC is expected to have the highest growth in vertical gardening facilities, capturing a dominant share of the global market. In areas suitable for small spaces, urban gardening can be used to decorate walls and roofs in different ways. In Asia-Pacific, the countries that are significantly contributing to the growth of the market by adopting green practices are China, India, Singapore, and Australia. These countries are expected to experience a major real estate boom in the coming years due to rapid urbanization and the growing disposable income of the middle-class population.

This region has a presence of a number of global and regional players. Global players in the region include Elmich Pte Ltd., Fytogreen, and ZTC. Regional players include Four Leaf Landscape Pvt. Ltd., Greenwall, GreenWalls Bioengineering (HK) Ltd., and Living Holmes Design. Australia and India are the countries with high potential for market growth in the region during the forecast period.

Key Companies & Market Insights

Companies are implementing various strategies, such as strategic alliances, partnerships, mergers and acquisitions, geographical expansion, and product/service launches, to enhance their presence in the market forecasting growth and analysis.

• ANS Global: The company specializes in designing and installing living walls and green roofs, using innovative and sustainable materials and techniques.

The  market growth and forecasting report also includes detailed analyses of the competitive landscape of the market and information about 20 market companies, including:

A Lawn and Landscape, ANS Global, Atlantis Corp. Australia Pty Ltd., Biotecture Ltd., Elmich Australia Pty Ltd., Ferntastica Gardens Ltd., Four Leaf Landscape Pvt. Ltd., Fytogreen Pty Ltd., GREENRISE TECHNOLOGIES, Greenwall Solutions Pty Ltd., GreenWalls Group, GSky, JKD HortiTech, Rentokil Initial Plc, Sempergreen Vertical Systems BV, Smart Biotiles Inc., Vertical Garden Solutions, VERTICAL GARDENS SLU, Vertical Green, and ZTC International Landscape Solutions P Ltd.

The market analysis and report of qualitative and quantitative analysis of companies has been conducted to help clients understand the wider business environment as well as the strengths and weaknesses of key market players. Data is qualitatively analyzed to categorize companies as pure play, category-focused, industry-focused, and diversified; it is quantitatively analyzed to categorize companies as dominant, leading, strong, tentative, and weak.

Segment Overview

The market research report provides comprehensive data (region wise segment analysis), with forecasts and estimates in "USD Million" for the period 2024-2028, as well as historical data from 2018 - 2022 for the following segments.

• Type Outlook
  • Outdoor
  • Indoor
• Application Outlook
  • Residential
  • Commercial
• Region Outlook 
  • North America
    • The U.S.
    • Canada
  • Europe
    • The U.K.
    • Germany
    • France
    • Rest of Europe
  • APAC
    • China
    • India
  • Middle East & Africa
    • Saudi Arabia
    • South Africa
    • Rest of the Middle East & Africa
  • South America
    • Argentina
    • Brazil
    • Chile

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Market Analyst Overview

In the market, the focus extends beyond traditional building materials to incorporate innovative solutions like indoor and outdoor vertical garden walls and freestanding vertical gardens. Just as insulation regulates temperature, green walls provide natural cooling and insulation benefits, combating sun radiation and reducing noise pollution. While industrialization threatens green spaces, vertical gardens promote biodiversity, mitigating carbon emissions and supporting wildlife habitats. With a focus on biophilic design, companies like Phoenix Green Walls and Vert Plantworks pioneer sustainable solutions, aligning with demands for energy-efficient building design. As urban areas seek to balance energy supply and demand, vertical gardens emerge as eco-friendly alternatives, fostering greener environments amidst rapid urbanization.

Further, plans and designs for vertical gardens are in high demand, and construction companies are investing in this trend. The use of materials like concrete, steel, and glass in vertical garden construction is also on the rise. The market for vertical garden components, such as irrigation systems, drainage systems, and support structures, is also growing. Companies are focusing on developing efficient and cost-effective solutions for these components to cater to the increasing demand. In conclusion, the vertical garden construction market is experiencing growth due to the need for sustainable and eco-friendly solutions in urban areas. The use of advanced technologies and innovative designs is driving the market forward, and the demand for vertical gardens in modern architecture is expected to continue.

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What are the Key Data Covered in this Market Research Report?

• CAGR of the market during the forecast period
• Detailed information on factors that will drive the growth of the market between 2024 and 2028
• Precise estimation of the size of the market size and its contribution of the market in focus to the parent market
• Accurate predictions about upcoming trends and changes in consumer behavior
• Growth of the market industry across APAC, Europe, North America, South America, and Middle East and Africa
• Thorough analysis of the market’s competitive landscape and detailed information about companies
• Comprehensive market growth analysis of factors that will challenge the growth of market companies

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