6 Thoughtful Gifts That Keep On Giving Long After They Are Received
Are you searching for the perfect gift for a friend, family member, or loved one? With crowded department stores, thousands of aisles, and the internet at our fingertips supplying endless options, the task of holiday shopping can certainly feel daunting.
The holidays are stressful enough as it is! Let us take this one off your plate and provide you with gifting options that keep giving long after the holiday season has passed. In this blog, we will highlight why garden gifts can be so special, and then we will dive into 6 of our favorite gifting options that they’ll be sure to love!
Why Garden Gifts Make The Best Presents
Long-Lasting & Meaningful
Unlike cut flowers that wilt, mold, die, and eventually end up in the trash, a live plant grows, providing beauty and a reminder of your thoughtfulness for months or years to come. Plants also often carry deeper symbolic meanings, with some embodying prosperity and luck, while others convey a tale of friendship and love.
Practical & Aesthetic
While some gifts have little to offer, plants bring numerous benefits to the table. Plants have been statistically proven to improve air quality, reduce stress, boost mood, and increase productivity. Additionally, they are a fun and aesthetically pleasing addition to any space.
Educational & Engaging
Beyond their longevity, symbolism, and beauty, plants make great gifts because they offer enrichment that extends beyond their appearance. Cultivating plants is an educational experience that teaches responsibility, introduces basic biology, and offers hands-on lessons in life cycles, propagation, and environmental awareness.
6 Garden Gifts They’re Sure To Love
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Peace Lily
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Long renowned as a symbol of peace, purity, and renewal, it’s no surprise that Peace Lilies have been one of our top-selling houseplants for years. The elongated oval leaves pair harmoniously with the unique white blooms for a display that is timeless and suits any style. While some may see this plant as high maintenance due to its dramatic nature, we prefer to view it as helpfully communicative; when it’s ready for deep water, the leaves fall despondently and droop in an almost lifeless fashion. But this reaction is nothing to worry about, as soon as the Peace Lily’s thirst is quenched, it bounces back to life! For this reason, it is an excellent option for those new to houseplants, as care is more straightforward. Peace Lilies thrive in low light and indoor temperatures, making them ideal for offices, bedrooms, or apartments.
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Christmas Cactus
Next on the list of greenery that makes a great Christmas gift is, of course, the Christmas Cactus! This is an option for your spunkier friends with an eye for bold looks and colorful interior design. A Christmas Cactus makes a great choice because it provides vibrant festive color during winter, symbolizes endurance and hope, and is surprisingly easy to care for. Blooming in bold pinks, oranges, and whites not only at Christmas but also multiple times a year, this unique indoor plant gives giftees something to look forward to for years to come. It is essential to note that the Christmas Cactus differs from typical desert cacti and requires slightly more watering, but it is forgiving if you occasionally forget.
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Cyclamen
In the same boat of festive Christmas bloomers is a bit of a fancier option: the holiday Cyclamen. Decorative foliage with unique veining paired with vibrant, long-lasting blooms makes this an excellent choice for bringing festive cheer during the holiday season. With proper care, these gorgeous specimens bloom for months, extending the winter cheer far beyond the holidays. Historically, these plants have been associated with good luck and warding off negativity. If you are looking for something merry and bright, the holiday Cyclamen is the way to go!
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String of Hearts
What better way to show your care for a loved one than with a heart…or in this case, a whole pot of them! String of hearts is a delicate plant in the succulent family, so it doesn’t require much upkeep. Small purple hearts cascade out of the pot, symbolizing your overflowing love and appreciation for the receiver.
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Helleborus
If you're gifting to an outdoor plant enthusiast, a Hellebore is the perfect winter garden gift to bring joy year after year. Also known as ‘Lenten Rose,' Hellebore is a gorgeous, whimsical bloomers that look straight out of the storybooks. Boasting large petals in hues of white, purple, pink, and maroon, not to mention mesmerizing golden stamens and lace-veined foliage, Hellebore are an elegant addition to any winter garden. These hardy perennials bloom in the harshest of winters, even through snow, symbolizing strength and the promise of brighter days ahead.
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A Garden Gift Card
If you are still stumped on what to give that special someone this holiday season, give the gift of choices with a Garden Goods Direct Gift Card! There’s no way to wrap a brand new landscape and put it under the tree, so this is the next best thing!
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With so many meaningful, long-lasting, and joy-filled options, garden gifts truly stand out as presents that continue to brighten someone’s life long after the wrapping paper has been thrown away.
Whether you choose a symbolic houseplant, a festive winter bloomer, a hardy perennial for the garden, or the flexibility of a gift card, each option offers something thoughtful, personal, and enduring. This holiday season, give a gift that grows, one that brings beauty, comfort, and connection for months or even years to come.