UK ornamentals were worth £1.2 billion in 2016, an increase of 4.7% compared to 2015, according to the latest horticulture statistics from the Department for Environment Food & Rural Affairs.
The value of ornamental imports was just below £1.2 billion an 11% rise on 2015. The Netherlands accounted for 74% of imports, mainly indoor plants, chrysanthemums and roses. Kenya accounted for 5.8% of imports, mainly cut roses and carnations.
Imports of cut flowers showed a 13% increase and bulbs a 6.4% increase.
Exports of ornamentals were worth £66 million in 2016 a 20% increase on 2015.
For more information:
www.gov.uk/government/collections/horticultural-statistics
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