Blooming Gifts: Perfect Presents for Every Plant Lover
This season, Garden Media Group is thrilled to share a new collection of holiday gift ideas, carefully curated by expert gardeners and horticulturists.
“Whether you’re shopping for a seasoned green thumb or someone just starting their plant journey, these picks are perfect for everyone on your list,” says Katie Dubow, president of Garden Media.
Discover lush plants, must-have tools, and garden-inspired decor that bring joy now—and bloom well into the new year.
For Her
- Elevate her holiday season with Autumn Angel® Encore® Azalea. Pure white blooms radiate beauty in spring, summer, and fall, contrasted against deep evergreen foliage that shines throughout the holiday season. Its compact size makes it the perfect container-friendly pick for indoor and outdoor displays, adding a touch of brilliance to any space. Let Autumn Angel® brighten her holidays with four seasons of stunning color, as well as the gift of blissful blooms for years to come in Zones 7-10. (Available from $21.49 at Amazon.com and garden centers nationwide.) Image
- Knock it out of the park this holiday by giving her the gift that keeps on blooming year after year. With nonstop blooms from spring until fall, unbeatable resilience, and effortless beauty, The Knock Out® Rose revolutionized modern gardening. Plant this showstopper in large groups to create a colorful hedge or along a foundation to provide a bright border. It’s the gift that she can love for years to come. (Available from Amazon for $29.99.) Images
For Him
- Spruce up his home landscape with the enduring brilliance of Forever Goldy Arborvitae from Southern Living® Plant Collection! This resilient conifer boasts dense, golden-yellow evergreen foliage that retains its vibrant color throughout the year. Its naturally narrow, pyramidal shape makes it an ideal statement planting for adding vertical interest, flanking an entryway, or creating a distinguished privacy screen. Maturing 10-12’ tall and 3-3.5’ wide, this arborvitae offers an attractive upright form that requires very little pruning to maintain. It thrives in full sun in USDA Zones 5-8, making it a highly reliable choice for adding year-round beauty to any outdoor space. (Available from $23.58 on HomeDepot.com and garden centers nationwide.) Image
For Kids
- Spark inspiration this holiday season with Sunset® Plant Collection’s Chef’s Choice® Culinary Rosemary, a delightful gift for budding young gardeners! This fragrant herb boasts soft, needle-like foliage and charming blue flowers, making it a feast for the senses. Sturdy stems are perfect for little hands to snip for imaginary feasts or real kitchen adventures, fostering creativity and a love for fresh flavors. Growing in a naturally bushy, compact shape, it’s ideal for a sunny windowsill or a small container, fitting perfectly into any indoor or outdoor play space. Thriving in full sun to part shade in Zones 7-10, and as a cherished indoor plant elsewhere! (Available from $19.98 at PlantsByMail.com and garden centers nationwide.) Image
For the Home
- Bring home the holiday magic with living gifts that bloom and sparkle! Seasonally styled Tabletop Trees from Jackson & Perkins, like Nutcracker Noel, Pink Shimmer, and Holly Jolly, add instant charm to apartments, entryways, or cozy corners. Pair them with elegant Amaryllis like Holiday Glow, Winter Frost, or Joyous Season for a festive combo that will brighten the home for weeks. Whether you’re gifting or decorating, these charming tabletop trees and vibrant bulbs deliver holiday cheer to any space. (Available at JacksonandPerkins.com)
- Designed for easy storage and mobility, Centurion Brands’ foldable watering can and collapsible bucket feature heavy-duty, non-porous silicone for strength and durability. The flexible parts make them ideal for any size project, from gardening and harvesting to camping and picnics. (Available at Amazon from $22-30.) Images
- Elevate your landscape with the elegant and easy-care Better Boxwood® Heritage™, a dense, deep green boxwood that retains its lush color year-round. Scientifically bred for superior boxwood blight resistance, this new variety melds exceptional performance with elegance. Its naturally rounded, compact form is perfect for crafting tidy hedges, borders, or foundation plantings. Maturing to a manageable 3-4’ tall by 2-3’ wide, its attractive shape requires little to no pruning to maintain. Heritage™ thrives in full sun to partial shade in Zones 5-9. (Available from $20.99 at PlantsByMail.com and garden centers nationwide.) Image
For the Host
- The Finishing Spritz from OASIS® Forage Products™ is all you need to keep holiday floral arrangements and poinsettias looking their best, making it the perfect gift for the holiday host or hostess. With just a spritz or two of the professional-grade nutrient spray per day, it locks in moisture and keeps florals from wilting, keeping flowers and greenery looking vibrant for longer. (Available for $14.99 at OasisForageProducts.com.) Image
- Searching for a gift that’s both beautiful and brings a bit of good luck? The money tree is a perfect choice. While it won’t grow money, this plant is a favorite in Feng Shui and is said to bring positive energy. Its shiny, hand-shaped leaves give it a tropical look that adds a touch of natural elegance to any room, making it a lasting and thoughtful gift. (Available on Amazon for $33.99.) Image
For the DIYer
- This thoughtfully curated kit from OASIS® Forage Products™ includes everything you need, including a pre-cut piece of Forage Foam and a packet of Flower Fuel. The Everyday Kit makes it easy to turn cut blooms into beautiful arrangements. Available in two colors, clay and sand, this flower arranging kit is the perfect present, whether you gift it as is or use it to gift a custom, one-of-a-kind floral masterpiece. (Available for $19.99 at OasisForageProducts.com.) Images
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