The festive season is just around the corner and if you're anything like us, Christmas shopping has been at the forefront of your mind for some time already. It can often be tricky to find the perfect present for a loved one who has a passion you might not be so familiar with, like gardening, for example.
The keen gardener in your life might seem to already have all the essential gardening tools they could ever need, but take it from the Gardens team here at Homes & Gardens - a gardener's wish list is never truly empty.
That's why we've curated the ultimate list of Christmas gifts for gardeners to help you out. Whether you're looking for something to gift a friend with cut flower garden or know someone with something missing in their plant care kit, we've pulled together some of the prettiest (and most practical) items on the market this festive season that any plant enthusiast would be delighted to receive.
15 stylish gifts for gardeners
Indoor plant-lovers, keen vegetable garden growers and even those who are just getting started with gardening will love these stunning gardening gifts. There's something for every gardener in our Christmas gift guide, and each item is as beautiful as it is functional. Here are our 15 hand-picked gifts for gardeners:
Increasing humidity for houseplants is made easy with this stunning brass plant mister which holds up to 10oz of water. Simply use this mister to spritz houseplants to keep them happy - a particularly useful tool for someone with a collection of tropical indoor plants. I also find the metallic appearance of this mister too beautiful to tuck away, giving it a dual purpose as shelf décor when not being used.
For those who have their eye on bulb planting trends for the incoming year, this bulb planting tool is a must. 'Anyone who has planted lots of bulbs with a trowel know how tedious it gets, and the painful blisters it can cause,' says former professional gardener and H&G Gardens Content Editor, Drew Swainston. 'Using a bulb planter makes getting those spring bulbs into the ground a doddle - and it will also speed up your bulb planting,' he adds. The sharp edge of this tool cuts through soil with ease, while the short handle allows for better control and requires less pressure to get the job done.
As H&G's houseplant expert, there is nothing more I love than styling houseplants in different ways - and this terrarium is one of the most sleek designs I've seen. The slanted, half cut shape of this terrarium invites visitors to look inside, making it a perfect conversation-starter. Its open top is also convenient for making a terrarium and gaining access to the space inside, so the recipient can grow the best terrarium plants and maintain them with ease.
No gardener can have too many trowels, and this one's special design is worth getting your hands on. 'With a serrated edge, this hand trowel will easily slice through compacted earth, which is handy when bulb planting,' says former professional gardener and H&G Content Editor, Thom Rutter. 'What's more, there is a useful planting depth scale engraving, so you can be sure to plant at the right depth,' he adds. This trowel also has a beautifully crafted wooden handle with a contour that provides a comfortable grip.
Gardeners with a cottage garden style need a pot like this in their collection. 'I could not believe it when I found this vintage-style ceramic plant pot on Amazon - I almost didn't want to share it with the world,' says floral design expert and Head of Gardens at H&G, Rachel Bull. 'It's the kind of pot you'd feel lucky to find in a thrift store. It even has a drainage hole, so you can plant straight into it. It would look glorious full of miniature daffodils in spring, and is perfect for that rustic garden look. This is on my gift list.'
Labelling plants is useful to do when you have a wide range to keep track of, especially in herb gardens and vegetable gardens. These copper plant markers add style to labelling plants - plus, they're reusable and durable. The recipient can simply use the pencil it comes with to write the name of the plants they're growing, before sticking the markers into the ground with the galvanized wire. There are 10 markers in this pack which can even be used for indoor herb gardens.
One of the biggest houseplant propagation mistakes is not having the right vessel for your cuttings, but this hanging propagation station does the job nicely. I always have houseplant cuttings on the go in my home and being able to make a feature out of my propagations while housing them in an effective set-up is a dreamy solution. The simple but elegant design of this test tube propagation station allows houseplant-lovers to show off what they love doing most - growing houseplants from cuttings - while observing root development through the clear glass.
Another elegant propagation set-up, this time with a playful twist. This set of 10 colorful mushroom glass planters can be used to root cuttings in, or simply to display cut flowers. 'These mushroom planters from Walmart are a real gem to stumble across. They're joyful, come in a range of colors to suit different room aesthetics and bring the sense of a fairy garden indoors,' says Rachel. 'I would love to use these on a tablescape, filled with beautiful stems cut from a wildflower garden,' she adds.
For the novice gardener, it can be overwhelming to figure out which tools you need to get started with tasks for beginner gardeners. This garden tools set from Walmart saves the day, with nine essential tools for different garden jobs. This set includes rust-proof hand tools for weeding, planting and more, as well as a spray bottle and gloves. A big bonus is that it's all packaged in a charming floral tote bag with handles for ease of carrying around the yard.
I'm always on the hunt for the perfect plant stand to incorporate in my interiors and this Wayfair one ticks all the boxes for me. I particularly love the multi-tiered aspect that places the best indoor plants at different heights, adding depth to a houseplant display. This modern design is simple, but effective, and it's available in a range of colors to suit a wide range of interior aesthetics. What's more, each tier rotates, so the recipient can customise their display as they wish. This is an ideal space-saving gift for a houseplant enthusiast who has an ever-growing collection.
Having the right safety wear is so important for gardeners, especially when they're busy working their way through a busy fall gardening checklist or spring gardening checklist. These breathable, leather garden gloves are sure to keep gardeners' hands clean and protect them from thorns and other sharp plant materials. The adjustable wrist strap is a particular highlight of these gloves, allowing them to be adjusted. The pretty floral design is also available on white leather.
The best cutting garden flowers deserve a gorgeous vessel to be displayed in and Anthropologie has the perfect solution. 'As a floral designer, I can't help but always be on the look out for statement vases; ones that will look just as good full of flowers as they would empty, as a design accent in a room,' says Rachel Bull. 'This vase is an investment, but it's so worth it. The iron surround is textured and worn, and gives this piece an even more expensive feel to it,' she adds. It would make a wonderful addition to a Christmas table and be ideal for those who love to show off their homegrown blooms.
Even if your gardening friend only has a small backyard, everyone who grows plants needs tools to water plants correctly - and this gorgeous watering can adds excitement to a monotonous task. The copper details complement the beautiful green colour, making this watering can a garden accessory in itself. It's made from galvanized steel and is anti-rust and leakproof. It can hold up to one gallon of water, meaning the recipient can water a number of plants in one go before having to refill it.
If you have a keen fruit and vegetable grower in your life, this harvest basket will help them avoid making vegetable garden mistakes by properly collecting their homegrown goods. 'It's lightweight and portable, allowing you to pick produce with one hand while carrying a handy vessel to safely store and carry them in. It also looks fantastic and will last for many harvesting seasons,' says Drew. This basket is crafted from pine, ash and oak, and its mesh basket allows for excess water to drain through when collecting and cleaning garden goods.
This is a brilliant gift for gardeners who are just starting out. Choose from six, 12 or 35 seed packs, made up of popular and easy-to-grow flowers. Many of these gorgeous flowers are plants for pollinators and will aid gardeners wanting to get the look of a wildflower meadow. The packets have also have a charming illustrated design, making them perfect for gifting, and they're sealed well for proper seed storage.
There's no denying that any gardening enthusiast would be pleased to receive one of these gifts for gardeners, both for their aesthetic appeal and practical use. Why not pair an item from this list with one of the best home gifts to create the ultimate Christmas package this year? If you're in need of some more holiday shopping inspiration, we have plenty of Christmas content for you to explore.
