What's Trending in Home & Garden for 2025

Each year brings new trends to your garden and home. Redecorating your indoor and outdoor spaces can be a fun, creative outlet that helps you unwind after the holidays. You may want to keep some of last year’s trends while you can change out others to update your living spaces. In 2025, gardeners are becoming more conscious about their outdoor spaces and how they can make them work with their natural environment and help local wildlife.

These are some of the top home and garden trends for 2025:

Plant Native Species

In 2025, gardeners will choose native plants instead of exotics when deciding what to add to their gardens and ponds. Native plants are species that naturally grow where you live. They are already conditioned for the environment and growing zone, which means they typically require fewer resources and are easier to grow. Native plants also provide food and shelter for local wildlife and pollinators, creating a thriving ecosystem right in your backyard.

Welcoming Wildlife

This year, gardeners are welcoming in (and even encouraging) local wildlife to call their garden and pond home. You can do this by choosing native plants that attract pollinators and using natural water treatments in your water features. Your pond and water features could become essential sources of water for wildlife in your area. Simply adding an area for turtles to bask or making your pond easier to get in and out of can attract wildlife.

Climate-Conscious Gardening

Gardeners are considering extreme weather and how it could affect their gardens when choosing water features and plants this year. If you live in a drought-prone area, native and drought-tolerant plants are more likely to survive harsh conditions and require less watering.

Did you know that some plants are less flammable than others? Gardeners in wildfire-prone areas are choosing fire-resistant plants to help protect their homes and gardens. The plants within 200 feet of your home are the most important and can act as a defense barrier in the event of a wildfire.

Learn more about what types of plants can protect your home, even during a forest fire, through FireFree.org.

While some areas are prone to fires, others have to deal with flooding and storms. In 2025, gardeners are focusing on strategic landscaping to address these challenges. For hurricane-prone areas, selecting wind-resistant trees and shrubs can minimize damage.

Rain gardens and water-directing landscapes can help manage excess water in regions with frequent flooding. Certain native shrubs and perennials can quickly absorb rainfall, making them ideal for these types of environments.

Fences Are Out

In 2025, we’re saying goodbye to traditional fences and replacing them with living fences, also called hedge fences. This year, gardeners are opting for plants on their property lines instead of wooden, metal, or plastic barriers. Living fences enhance the aesthetic appeal of your garden and attract pollinators as a bonus.

Popular plants for a living fence:

Juniper
Boxwood
Lilacs
Azaleas
Camellias
Arborvitae

Create Calming Spaces

In today’s fast-paced world, creating areas for relaxation is more important than ever—landscaping and decorating trends in 2025 focus on promoting well-being. Consider incorporating water features like fountains or ponds to add soothing sounds to your space. Don’t forget to add comfortable seating like a hammock and outdoor furniture so you can read and spend more time outdoors.

Container Gardening for Renters

Creating a permanent garden or pond isn’t always an option for renters. Container gardening and above-ground ponds are excellent solutions. Plant your favorite flowers or set up a DIY fountain in a planter that can easily be transported to your next home. This trend allows renters to enjoy the beauty of gardening without the permanence.

Control Pests Naturally

While gardeners are embracing wildlife and a more natural approach, they also want to minimize pests like mosquitoes. You can naturally deter pests with mindful landscaping. Certain plants, such as citronella, lavender, and marigolds, are helpful for repelling mosquitoes. Mosquito fish, guppies, minnows, and goldfish will help eat any mosquito larvae and eggs from your pond, helping to control the mosquito population.

Home Décor Trends

Decor That Tells a Story

Personalization is a big trend in 2025. Highlight your personality and values by incorporating unique designs and meaningful art pieces into your space. Whether it’s handmade pottery, vintage finds, or family heirlooms, your decor can reflect who you are and tell a story.

Color Drenching

Say goodbye to plain white walls! This year, color drenching is making waves. Choose a single color and use it throughout an entire room, painting the walls, ceiling, and even furniture in varying shades of the same hue. This bold design choice can create a dramatic look that’s both modern and inviting.

Houseplants

Houseplants remain a staple in home decor for 2025. Not only do they brighten up spaces, but they also improve air quality and provide a sense of connection to nature. With busy lifestyles, many people turn to houseplants as low-maintenance companions—the “new pets” for those who can’t commit to furry friends. Popular choices include pothos, monstera, snake plants, and peace lilies.

Casual Dining

Formal dining rooms are becoming less common as casual, outdoor dining gains popularity. Create a laid-back atmosphere with comfortable seating, weatherproof furniture, and ambient lighting, and dine al fresco by your pond and other water features. Outdoor kitchens and bar areas are also trending, making it easier to host friends and family.

Start thinking about transforming your indoor and outdoor spaces and which trends you want to incorporate in 2025. Consider where you live and the challenges the environment presents. For example, you may want to make your garden fire-resistant or withstand a hurricane. Consider how you can be comfortable in your indoor space while showcasing your personality and creativity.