What Hesperide does

Hespéride is a France-based designer and retailer of outdoor garden furniture, headquartered in Les Auvergnes, operating a direct-to-consumer e-commerce site complemented by a network of 370 physical distributors across France. The company targets residential homeowners seeking durable, weather-resistant furniture for gardens, terraces, and balconies, with use cases spanning dining, lounging, shade, outdoor kitchens, and poolside relaxation.

The product portfolio spans a broad price-and-architecture grid, anchored in garden lounge sets and outdoor dining tables and extending across bioclimatic aluminium pergolas (€699–€2,990), gazebos, parasols, shade sails, deck chairs, hammocks, garden swings, outdoor spas, carports, garden storage, and outdoor kitchens such as the LODGIA module. Technical differentiation rests on materials engineering rather than software: epoxy-treated aluminium and rust-proofed steel frames, FSC-certified Acacia and Eucalyptus wood, synthetic wicker (résine tressée), polycarbonate roofing, Texaline polyester-PVC seating fabric, plus configurable features such as UV protection, water-repellent treatment (déperlant), adjustable feet, easy-assembly construction, and adjustable slat pergola systems. The brand holds the official garden furniture supplier partnership of the Roland-Garros (French Open) tournament and incorporates co-branded SKUs such as CURACAO shade sails in the Terre Battue colorway.

Commercially, Hespéride operates a one-time-purchase (non-subscription) revenue model with unit pricing across budget, mid-range, and premium tiers, supported by seasonal promotional cycles of up to 50% off and a 3x interest-free instalment option for orders between €50 and €7,000. The go-to-market motion is multi-channel: DTC via hesperide.com with home, point-relay, and store-pickup fulfilment, retail via the 370-distributor network, and brand marketing across social media (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Pinterest), SEO, content, email, and event-based visibility through Roland-Garros. The company has expanded storefronts for French, EU, Spanish, German, and Italian audiences and most recently launched its 2026 Collection via an interactive online catalog.

Name

Hesperide

Legal name

Hespéride

Website

https://hesperide.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Hespéride is a French-based designer and retailer of outdoor garden furniture (tables, chairs, lounge sets, pergolas, gazebos, carports, outdoor kitchens), selling directly via hesperide.com and through 370 physical distributors across France to residential homeowners.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Outdoor Garden Furniture

NAICS

Home Furnishings Retailers (44912)

akta.pro primary industry

Patio & Outdoor Furniture Retail (Seating, Dining, Umbrellas) (CRAIAIAF)

akta.pro secondary industry

Outdoor Living Structures Retail (Sheds, Gazebos, Pergolas, Greenhouses) (CRAIAIAG)

Keywords

• Outdoor garden furniture
• Bioclimatic pergolas
• Garden lounge sets
• Terrace dining furniture
• FSC certified wood furniture

Headquarters

HQ city

Les Auvergnes

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Outdoor Furniture Sales: Hesperide generates revenue through the direct sale of outdoor garden furniture including tables, chairs, lounge sets, pergolas, gazebos, parasols, sun loungers, spas, and accessories. Products are sold as one-time purchases with no subscription component. The company offers various price points from budget to premium, with seasonal sales promotions.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Hespéride designs and sells outdoor garden furniture and accessories (e.g., garden tables, lounge sets, chairs, bioclimatic pergolas, gazebos, parasols, shade sails, carports, outdoor kitchens, hammocks, and outdoor spas) to residential consumers across France. Products are distributed primarily through the company's e-commerce site (hesperide.com) and a network of approximately 370 physical distributors in France, with one-time purchase pricing supplemented by seasonal promotions and 3x interest-free installment options.

Product overview

Hespéride is a specialist in outdoor garden furniture offering a comprehensive portfolio of products designed for gardens, terraces, and balconies. The core offering consists of complete garden lounge sets (salon de jardin) and garden tables (tables de jardin) which form the primary seating and dining solutions. These are complemented by bioclimatic pergolas (pergola bioclimatique) for permanent outdoor shading, gazebos (tonnelles) for temporary event coverage, and umbrellas (parasols) and shade sails (voiles d'ombrage) for flexible sun protection. Additional product families include outdoor chairs and armchairs, deck chairs and sun loungers, carports for vehicle shelter, garden storage solutions, outdoor kitchens, hammocks and swings, and outdoor spas. Accessories include replacement canvases, curtains, mosquito nets, outdoor lighting, cushions, cleaning products, and protective covers. The company distributes through approximately 370 retailers and operates an e-commerce platform with a 2026 collection presented via an interactive catalog.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Salon de jardin (Garden Lounge Sets) Complete outdoor seating arrangements including sofas, armchairs, and coffee tables, available in aluminium, synthetic wicker, wood, and mesh materials, and in various sizes from small corner configurations to large lounge sets for residential consumers.
• Table de jardin (Garden Tables) Outdoor dining tables in round, rectangular, square, and extensible formats, made from aluminium, wood, and FSC-certified acacia for residential garden, terrace, and balcony use.
• Pergola bioclimatique (Bioclimatic Pergolas) Aluminium pergolas with adjustable slats for controlling sunlight and ventilation, offered in wall-mounted and freestanding configurations including EVORA, AVILA, BELIZE, EVONIS, and ECOZIA models for residential outdoor spaces.
• Fauteuil et chaise de jardin (Garden Chairs and Armchairs) Outdoor seating including stackable chairs and armchairs made from aluminium with Texaline or other materials, including AXANT, AXIOME, DIESE, ESSENTIA, and PAPOUASIE models for residential gardens, terraces, and balconies.
• Parasol (Outdoor Umbrellas) Offset (cantilever) and straight outdoor umbrellas in rectangular, square, and round configurations, available in various sizes and colors, providing shade for residential terraces and gardens.
• Tonnelle (Gazebos) Rectangular and square temporary or seasonal outdoor pavilions for residential events and gatherings, with available accessories such as curtains, mosquito nets, and replacement canvases.
• Transat, chilienne (Deck Chairs and Chaise Longues) Outdoor reclining chairs and sun loungers including stackable and folding models for residential relaxation and poolside use.
• Voile d'ombrage (Shade Sails) Triangular and rectangular fabric shade structures, including CURACAO and ELYORA models in various sizes and colors, for residential outdoor shade.
• Carport Vehicle shelters combining aluminium and steel structures with polycarbonate roofing, including BELIZE and NEIRIA models for residential vehicle protection.
• Rangement de jardin (Garden Storage) Outdoor storage solutions including garden sheds, storage chests, and protective covers for residential garden use.
• Cuisine d'extérieur (Outdoor Kitchens) Modular outdoor kitchen units including the LODGIA model built with steel, aluminium, and FSC-certified acacia materials for residential outdoor cooking.
• Hamac, balancelle (Hammocks and Swings) Outdoor hammocks, hammock chairs, and garden swings including the SOLY swing model for residential relaxation.
• Spa d'extérieur (Outdoor Spas) Outdoor spa products and accessories for residential garden relaxation.
• Accessoires de jardin (Garden Accessories) Supplementary products including outdoor lighting (MOVY), cushions, cleaning products, protective covers, and replacement parts for residential garden furniture.
• Accessoires de tonnelle (Gazebo Accessories) Replacement and supplementary accessories for gazebos including curtains, mosquito nets, screens, and replacement canvases for various residential gazebo models.
• Collection 2026 Annual Catalog Annual design collection presenting new outdoor furniture designs for the season, offered through an interactive online catalog targeted at residential consumers.

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Roland-Garros (French Open Tennis Tournament)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerHesperide serves as the Official Garden Furniture Supplier for the Roland-Garros tournament (French Open). The partnership provides high-visibility brand placement at one of tennis's most prestigious events, reinforcing Hesperide's positioning as a premium outdoor furniture brand. The collaboration includes co-branded products such as CURACAO shade sails in the Terre Battue (clay court) colorway.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Keter: Global specialist in resin outdoor furniture and garden storage, sold through retail chains. Comparable on product categories (lounge sets, storage, sheds) and mass-market distribution model.
• Alice's Garden: French specialist in outdoor/garden furniture (sets, parasols, gazebos), sold via e-commerce and physical resellers. Most direct head-to-head competitor in the same price ladder and product mix.
• Fermob: French outdoor furniture manufacturer with strong design-led brand and premium metal/resin ranges. Comparable on outdoor lifestyle positioning, with a more premium and B2B-skewed customer base.
• Tectake: DTC-first European brand selling garden furniture, parasols, and outdoor accessories online. Comparable on digital-first GTM and broad budget-to-mid range outdoor assortment.
• Happy Garden: French-focused online garden furniture retailer with extensive catalogue across lounge sets, dining, parasols, and gazebos. Directly comparable product range and customer target.

Broad incumbents

• Castorama: Major French DIY/home improvement chain with broad outdoor living assortment. Competes with Hesperide on garden sets, parasols, and storage from a broader home-and-garden platform.
• IKEA: Global home furnishings giant with a sizable outdoor furniture seasonal assortment. Competes at the entry/mid price tiers and benefits from unmatched store and catalogue scale.
• Truffaut: French garden center chain retailing plants, garden equipment, and outdoor furniture. Comparable audience of French homeowners with garden/outdoor living needs, though broader than furniture-only.
• Leroy Merlin: Leading French home improvement and garden retailer carrying outdoor furniture, BBQs, plants, and DIY. Significant overlap on garden furniture category with massive store footprint and private-label depth.
• Maison du Monde: Large French home furnishings retailer with an outdoor furniture range alongside broader indoor furniture and decor. Overlaps with Hesperide on garden lounge sets, dining, and accessories, but with a much wider portfolio.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UC_NZ2Fg-nKuhEn11s_7ImAg
• Facebookfacebook.com/HesperideFrance
• Instagraminstagram.com/hesperide_jardin
• TikToktiktok.com/@hesperide_jardin
• Pinterestpinterest.fr/hesperide0281/pins
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/hesperide

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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