Looking for a gift for your green-thumbed friend? Don\u2019t worry, you\u2019re not limited to garden gloves and packets of wildflowers (useful as those are). We\u2019ve got 11 gardening gift ideas that will delight and surprise any gardener, from novice to expert. <\/p>
Gardeners hate weeds. Why not torch them? Propane torches<\/a> make weeding fun and less back-breaking. You can use this tool along metal fences, gravel or paved driveways, and in the garden. What\u2019s not to love?<\/p> Note:<\/strong> Some torches are made for small, 1-pound propane tanks, while others require a 20-pound tank. Propane tanks are sold separately.<\/p> Continuing with the weed theme, standing weed pullers are another option for saying \u201csayonara\u201d to your weeds without breaking your back. These handy tools (there are many different variations) allow you to pull or scrape down weeds without getting on your hands and knees or spraying harmful chemicals<\/a>. This is a great gift for the well-seasoned gardeners in your life.<\/p> If your friend loves grow kits, there is a grow kit for every interest, including cacti or succulents, mushrooms, and grow-a-tree kits, to name a few. How about a cat grass grow kit for the cat mom in your life? No matter which type you choose, your friend will enjoy the chance to grow a new plant from an easy, convenient kit.<\/p> Even homebody gardeners need to get away once in a while. For an indoor plant lover or frequent traveler, self-watering spikes are a handy tool. Attach these spikes to a plastic water bottle and place them in potted plants. These spikes deliver just the right amount of water to your plants while you’re away. Your friend won\u2019t have to worry about having someone come and water, and the plants won\u2019t even notice they\u2019re gone.<\/p> If you\u2019re gifting for a newbie gardener (or maybe a new homeowner), pollinator gifts are a thoughtful gift idea. Even if your friend isn\u2019t a big gardener (yet), help them invite good insects and wildlife into the yard. Not only do pollinators make a lawn more inviting for local wildlife, but birds and bees are also fun to watch. And your newbie gardener friends will feel that they\u2019ve made a positive impact on the world just outside their front door.<\/p> Here are some simple pollinator gifts:<\/p> There\u2019s a good chance your avid gardener friend loves to visit a local farmer\u2019s market or participate in a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) weekly pickup. Did you know that some farmer\u2019s markets offer gift certificates? What gardener wouldn\u2019t love a bit of mad money to use at his favorite market?<\/p> Before you glaze over this gift idea, consider the possibilities. Wouldn\u2019t your friend (let\u2019s call her Mary) love a personalized garden plaque with \u201cMary\u2019s Garden\u201d and her favorite bird etched alongside? Personalize it to make it unique, and you\u2019ve got a gift she\u2019ll treasure forever.<\/p> Whether you\u2019re in the kitchen, the workshop, or typing away at your computer, having \u201cthe right tool for the right job\u201d makes all the difference. Here are a few tools (common and unusual) that might be a perfect fit for your gardening friend:<\/p> The key<\/strong> to giving common items (like a pair of cutting shears) for a big holiday or birthday is to buy quality, not quantity<\/strong>. This makes the gift meaningful because it will last for decades if properly cared for. <\/p> Pro Tip: <\/strong>It\u2019s a good idea to buy maintenance accessories<\/strong> (like a sharpening file and silicone spray) along with your tool gift. Some manufacturers, like Felco, have branded sharpening files and lubrication sprays for their products.<\/p> If you prefer to give techy gifts, even your gardening friends can look forward to a gift from you. Consider these tech-savvy gadgets for your favorite gardener:<\/p> If your DIY-loving gardening friend loves anything handmade, the internet makes gifting for them a little easier. Ever heard of a trug? It\u2019s a harvest basket that was traditionally made from wood and copper nails<\/a>. Guess what? There are still folks who hand-make these items in the U.S. and across the world. <\/p> Even if certain items aren\u2019t completely hand-made, these items are often made with natural materials like metals or natural fibers instead of plastic.<\/p> Here are a few items that are still available to buy from artisans the world over:<\/p> If your gardening friend is the gardener who has everything, why not opt for some of these novelty, plant-related gifts that they\u2019ll appreciate in and out of the growing season:<\/p> You\u2019ve got a list, and you need to check it twice. Here are a few shopping strategies to help you decide and make the most of your time.<\/p> Here are a few stores where you can find gifts for gardeners or other folks on your nice list:<\/p> Here are a few gardening gifts that fit a budget gifter\u2019s<\/a> wallet:<\/p> If shopping is higher on your to-do list than lawn care, let one of our <\/em>local lawn care pros<\/em><\/a> take care of your lawn for you. Or, instead of wrapping a gift, give a few lawn mowing sessions to a friend. Lawn care is a time-saving gift anyone will appreciate. <\/em><\/p> 2. Standing weed puller<\/span><\/h2>
3. Grow kit<\/span><\/h2>
4. Self-watering spikes<\/span><\/h2>
5. Pollinator gifts<\/span><\/h2>
6. Farmer\u2019s market gift certificate<\/span><\/h2>
7. Garden ornament<\/span><\/h2>
8. Gardening tools<\/span><\/h2>
9. Gardening in the 21st century<\/span><\/h2>
10. Artisan gifts<\/span><\/h2>
11. Novelties<\/span><\/h2>
Shopping strategies<\/span><\/h2>
Shop by store<\/span><\/h3>
Shop by personality<\/span><\/h3>
Shop by price<\/span><\/h3>