Hedge and two-handed pruning shears market in Germany

Earlier Report Observations

The German market for hedge and two-handed pruning shears began evolving in 2018 with the entry of new manufacturers and a wave of innovation focused on ergonomic handles and durable blades. Battery-powered models gained traction as a practical alternative, while initial regulations to protect breeding birds established seasonal pruning bans from March to September. The COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 significantly boosted gardening activity, lifting demand for both manual and electric shears, and manufacturers responded with shears made from high-alloy stainless steel to reduce user fatigue.

Market volume, measurable from 2021, rose from 1 634 t to 2 149 t in 2022. This growth was fueled by the introduction of telescopic shears for high-reach cutting and longer-lasting batteries, making battery-powered shears more attractive. Product variety expanded with lighter, more ergonomic designs, and consumers showed increasing preference for environmentally friendly options with recyclable materials.

After the peak, the market fell to 1 550 t in 2023 even as electric shears advanced with noise reduction and replaceable blades. In 2024, volume recovered to 2 068 t, coinciding with a Federal Court of Justice ruling that clarified hedge height rules and stricter enforcement of pruning bans with fines up to 65 000 euros. Battery-powered shears remained in demand for their flexibility, and major brands like Fiskars and Bosch continued to dominate with automated and ergonomic improvements.

Production hedge and two-handed pruning shears in Germany

In value, 2017-2020, K $ US

In Germany, the production value of hedge and two-handed pruning shears reached 21 412 thousand US dollars in 2019, marking a significant 60.8% increase compared to 2018. Looking at the broader period from 2017 to 2019, production grew by 54%, with an average annual growth rate of 15.5%. The lowest production value during this timeframe was recorded in 2018 at 13 317 thousand US dollars, which also saw the largest decline of 4.2%.

Annual dynamics of production in Germany in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

Exports hedge and two-handed pruning shears from Germany

Exports in kind, t

Germany's export volume of hedge and two-handed pruning shears has grown for the third year in a row. In 2020, exports reached 1 607 tonnes, representing an 8.0% year-on-year increase. From 2017 to 2020, exports rose by 13.2%, translating to an average annual growth rate of 4.2%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Germany in kind, 2017-2020, t

Between 2017 and 2020, Germany's export destinations for hedge and two-handed pruning shears in volume terms were highly diversified. France accounted for 26.0% of exports, the Netherlands for 9.8%, and Austria for 6.9%, with these three countries together making up just 42.7% of total flows. The remaining 57.3% was distributed among a wide range of smaller markets.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Germany in kind, 2017-2020

Exports in value, K $ US

Germany's export value of hedge and two-handed pruning shears has increased for the third consecutive year. In 2020, exports totaled 25 041 thousand US dollars, showing a strong 11.7% gain compared to the previous year. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, exports grew by 28.4%, with an average annual rate of 8.7%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Germany in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

From 2017 to 2020, Germany's export value of hedge and two-handed pruning shears was spread across a diverse set of partner countries. France contributed 25.9% of exports in value terms, the Netherlands 9.6%, and Austria 7.8%, with these three nations jointly accounting for only 43.2% of total flows.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Germany in value, 2017-2020

Imports hedge and two-handed pruning shears to Germany

Imports in kind, t

Germany's import volume of hedge and two-handed pruning shears has declined for the second year in a row. In 2020, imports stood at 2 477 tonnes, reflecting a 10.9% decrease from 2019. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, imports increased by 2.9%, with an average annual growth rate of 1.0%. The highest import volume was recorded in 2018 at 2 841 tonnes, which also saw the largest increase of 18.0%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Germany in kind, 2017-2020, t

Between 2017 and 2020, China was the leading source for Germany's imports of hedge and two-handed pruning shears in volume terms, accounting for 43.5% of imports. Asia, not elsewhere specified, followed with 34.1%, and Vietnam with 9.0%. Together, these three origins represented 86.6% of total import flows.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Germany in kind, 2017-2020

Imports in value, K $ US

Germany's import value of hedge and two-handed pruning shears has fallen for the second consecutive year. In 2020, imports were recorded at 19 337 thousand US dollars, indicating a gradual 3.6% year-on-year drop. The peak import value occurred in 2018 at 20 407 thousand US dollars, which also experienced the largest increase of 6.6%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Germany in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

From 2017 to 2020, Asia, not elsewhere specified, was the top source for Germany's imports of hedge and two-handed pruning shears in value terms, making up 35.2% of imports. China followed with 26.0%, and Poland with 18.4%. Collectively, these three markets accounted for 79.6% of total import flows.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Germany in value, 2017-2020