December 16, 2023, 5:43 am | Read time: 3 minutes
No one really wants to give another tie, socks, or even an iron as a gift—and no one wants to receive them either. But what would truly delight plant lovers this Christmas?
Christmas is fast approaching, and not all the gifts have been bought yet? Running out of ideas? The myHOMEBOOK editorial team has compiled a list of Christmas gift ideas for all plant enthusiasts.
Overview
1. Plantable Calendar 2024
Many people probably have a “normal” annual calendar hanging on the wall or sitting on their desk. However, the myHOMEBOOK editorial team believes you can take it up a notch and presents a lovely gift idea for those who love plants. How about a planting calendar? Depending on the version, these calendars include seeds every month or even every week that can be planted. The recipient will enjoy their gift all year long. And who knows, maybe you’ll receive homemade basil pesto in return next year.
2. Birdhouse
For garden enthusiasts, the editorial team has a Christmas gift idea that focuses less on plants and more on birds—a bird feeder. It provides shelter and some seeds on snowy days. Sure, you can buy one, but if you’re handy, you can easily make it yourself with the following instructions.
3. Copper Garden Tools
We stay in the garden with the next gift idea: copper garden tools. Not only do they look elegant, but their interesting color also offers something different. Plus, they benefit the plants themselves, as they can release nutrients into the soil while you work with them.
4. Seed Mix
If you’re looking for something small, a seed mix is a creative and useful idea. Whether purchased or self-assembled, seed mixes are usually well-received by recipients. Ideally, choose a mix where the plants bloom early, providing food for the first bees in spring.
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5. Mini Greenhouse
For the impatient with a fondness for plants, a mini greenhouse is the perfect Christmas gift idea. When it’s still cold and dreary outside, they can sit in their cozy living room and watch their seedlings grow. If you’d like to give a bit more, you can also include accessories like coconut coir tablets, soil, or some seeds. This idea is also great for children, helping them get closer to nature and plants.
6. Garden Cart with Rolling Seat
For the older generation of garden lovers, the myHOMEBOOK editorial team recommends a little support for gardening. A garden cart with a rolling seat allows for comfortable sitting while working. It also has storage areas and wheels, so you don’t have to stand up for every step.
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7. Herb Pots
For those who love to cook, there’s hardly anything better than using homegrown herbs. The myHOMEBOOK editorial team suggests herb pots with accompanying plants as a Christmas gift idea. Three terracotta pots from the hardware store with saucers and three herb plants from the supermarket are sufficient. If you prefer something more elegant and convenient, pots with a watering system can be chosen.
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8. Notebook for Inspirations
In winter, the garden needs rest and the plants go into hibernation. That doesn’t mean you have to rest too. A nice Christmas gift idea would be a notebook for garden and plant lovers. The recipient can start creating a garden plan for the upcoming season right at Christmas.