THE BEST GIFTS FOR HOUSEPLANT LOVERS
Christmas shopping can be really fun, but it also has the potential to be frustrating for those people that are hard to shop for. If you’ve got a houseplant lover in your life, and you’re struggling to think of what to get for them, here are 19 ideas to spark some inspiration!
No matter where they are in their plant parent journey, there’s guaranteed to be something on this list that will suit their style, help them take better care of their plants, or encourage their passion for plants.
Grow lights are a fantastic and useful gift for any houseplant lover.
1. Macrame Plant Hangers have become super popular again. They’re a beautiful way to hang some of your friend’s favorite trailing plants, and they’re quite flexible, so regardless of what size you choose, your friend will probably have a couple of pots that will fit into them. If you’re into DIY, you could even make handmade macrame plant hangers as gifts. It’s not too hard to learn how!
2. Botanical art pieces are an excellent gift for that person who has so many houseplants that they can’t possibly fit any more into their indoor jungle. Vintage botanical art is super popular right now, but botanical themes are starting to show up in all kinds of art mediums lately. Pick up a simple leaf print, find a vintage flower diagram, or commission a custom piece from a local artist.
3. Plant pots are always a welcome gift, especially ones with drainage holes. If you’re not sure what style would suit your friend’s decor the best, go with something classic and simple like terra cotta. Along the same lines, it always seems like there are never enough drip trays for every plant pot. You could buy a stack of basic drip trays or opt for a more chic solution by gifting some pretty vintage pie plates.
4. Plant cloches or bell jars are a beautiful addition to home decor, and they can make it a little easier to care for plants. It can be challenging to keep the humidity high enough for certain plants, especially in the winter, so if your friend owns a humidity-loving fern, a plant cloche could make their life easier.
5. Metal watering cans with long spouts are not only useful; they’re also beautiful. An extra-long spout makes it easier for your friend to water plants that may be at the back of a cluster of plants without having to move pots every time they water. And the stylish look of a metal watering can make any table look more beautiful.
6. A propagation station is a fun way to support your friend’s plant obsession, and maybe set yourself up for some positive karma! Propagation is fun, and having a pretty propagation station that makes it easy for your friend to monitor root growth is exciting. Who knows, maybe the next plant your friend propagates will become a “thank you” gift for you!
7. Books are always a great gift idea, and there are so many out there. If your friend loves a specific type of plant, like succulents, find them a book about succulents. If they’re a certified plant genius, pick a book about the history of plants or with exciting stories of plants and plant people. Does your friend love romance novels? There are even lots of those that have gardening or houseplant themes.
8. Indoor greenhouses are great for those who want to start their plants from seed, either for their garden or to enjoy indoors. There are lots of different sizes and styles available so try to find out how many plants your friend plans to plant this year.
9. Pruning shears are always a welcome gift. It seems like they always grow legs and wander off, and over time, they get dull and gummed up with plant sap. A fresh, sharp new pair will be received with joy!
10. Potting trays are great for anyone with houseplants. Repotting houseplants tends to be a messy process, no matter how careful you are. A potting tray helps to keep the soil contained in the tray, so your friend has less to clean up after they’ve settled their plant buddies into new homes.
11. Terrariums are so fun to explore and learn about. If your friend doesn’t have one yet, get them a terrarium kit with all the supplies they need to build one. If they already have terrariums, look for unique and beautiful glass containers they could use to start a collection.
12. Bonsai scissors are great for that friend who’s obsessed with their beautiful slow-growing tiny trees. Bonsai scissors are an important part of maintaining bonsai trees, so they’re an important part of a houseplant toolkit.
13. Grow lights are a fantastic and useful gift for any houseplant lover, especially during the winter when the days are short, and houseplants start leaning toward the windows.
14. Coffee mugs with funny plant jokes or cute plant graphics are fun ways to help your friends enjoy their plant parent obsession while they enjoy their morning coffee or tea.
15. A houseplant journal or plant planner will help your friends keep track of all sorts of important houseplant info, like when they add a new plant to their jungle or when they have houseplant problems. These records might seem pointless at first, but it can be beneficial to look back on over the long term, and it will also eventually be filled with all sorts of pleasant plant care memories to enjoy.
16. A humidifier might seem like a less-than-exciting present, but it’s so practical for houseplants. All houseplants benefit from humidity, especially tropicals. In the winter, the air in our homes can get super dry, and plants suffer as a result. Your friend and all their plants will appreciate the extra moisture from a humidifier!
17. Plant stands are perfect because they can help your friend arrange their plants more efficiently and create more visual interest in their plant collection. Classic wooden stands match nearly any decor style and can hold quite a variety of pots.
18. A bag of soil is a vital part of houseplant care. While it’s not the prettiest gift, it’s super practical and will undoubtedly be appreciated and used up by your houseplant-loving friend.
19. Last but not least, a gift card to our garden center is the perfect gift for someone who seems to have all the houseplant accessories. Stop by Dammanns and pick one up today. It might be the most effortless Christmas shopping you do all season!