Greenhouse soil is custom blended soil, which is used in various applications such as indoor gardening and greenhouses. Various types of greenhouse soils that are available in the market include potting mix, garden soil, top soil, and mulch. Mulch refers to organic and inorganic material, which is used as the uppermost layer on the surface of the soil. It is used to prevent soil moisture, regulate soil temperature, improve health & fertility of the soil, enhances appearance of the soil surrounding the plants, and reduce weed growth. Mulch is organic in nature and is used in bare soil around the plants to avoid soil erosion on slopes. Materials used for preparation of organic mulch include peat moss, woodchips, bark chips, leaves, grass clippings, and others.
Market Dynamics
Based on application, greenhouse soil market is segregated into indoor gardening, greenhouse, and lawn & landscaping. In 2022, the greenhouse segment held dominant position in the global greenhouse soil market and contributed 45%, in terms of revenue. The segment growth is driven by higher production through greenhouse cultivation, coupled with reduction in available arable land across the globe.
Among region, in 2022, Europe held dominant position in the global greenhouse soil market and accounted for a revenue share of 40%. Increasing trend of greenhouse farming is expected to generate higher demand for greenhouse soil over the forecast period.
Moreover, Latin America accounted for minimal share in the global greenhouse soil market and offers large opportunities for market expansion in coming years. For instance, according to the Mexican Federal Government, in 2022, Greenhouse production accounted for 27%, shade houses made up 45%, and protected agriculture reaches 126,000 acres in Mexico
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