10 Christmas Gifts for Gardeners
Tis the season of giving, and if you know a gardener, it’s clear that often times their passion for spending time with their plants and digging in the soil is where they’re happiest. So whether that garden enthusiast happens to be you, or a loved one, here is a list of 10 Christmas gifts for gardeners that will not only be useful, but also allow them to continue their horticultural hobby throughout the winter months.
This post is not sponsored. It’s just a list of really awesome products.
1. Harvest Basket - Botanical Interests
Botanical Interests is well known amongst gardeners for having quality seeds and tools, and this harvest basket lives up that reputation. It has a hand-rubbed oil finish making it weather-resistant, and because it has a food-grade vinyl-coated wire, its safe to wash hand picked veggies right in the basket. It’s available in two sizes so larger vegetables can be accommodated. Since it’s made of pine, birch, and oak; this harvest basket is sure to last many years. Not to mention, it’s aesthetically appealing.
2. Cool Mud Gardening Gloves - Mud Gloves
These aren’t you ordinary gardening gloves. Cool Mud by Mud is encapsulated with vitamin E and aloe vera which is a lifesaver, as most gardeners unfortunately have rough dry hands. The ultra-lightweight fit and Airtech© technology means these gloves are incredibly breathable while the foam nitrile coating offers excellent grip. These are characteristics in a pair of gardening gloves that every gardener should be looking for, and Mud has provided all of it in their Cool Mud Gloves.
3. Tool Bag - Botanical Interests
This Sophie Conran Garden Tool Bag with it’s Burgon & Ball design has everything a gardener could need in a functional yet fashionable tool bag. It’s six self-cleaning tool pockets and wipe-clean coating allows loose dirt to fall right out, or be wiped away. Being that this design is by Burgon & Ball (which has been awarded endorsements by the Royal Horticultural Society; a big deal in the gardening world), this bag not only exudes style, but the up most measure of quality.
4. RapidTest Soil Test Kit - Luster Leaf
The Rapidtest Soil Test Kit is an invaluable trouble-shooting tool that consists of forty tests total. Ten for each element in the kit (N- Nitrogen, P- Phosphorus, K- Potassium) plus another ten to check the soils pH. It’s recommended that testing all four factors in the soil will yield the best plan of action in how to amend the soil. It comes with a chart that will help decipher pH, and NPK levels for over 100 plants, so finding the right levels for a nutrient deficient plant will be simple. Tablets are color coated and easy to use with a color comparison chart. In a matter of minutes, the health of a flowered will be clear with this easy-to-use kit. This test kit can be thrown in with a few other gift ideas on this list, and given as a gardeners gift basket for Christmas!
5. Hunter Women's Original Tall Rain Boots
This iconic rain boot has been a favorite with gardeners for generations. Although Hunter does have clogs, gardening can be quite messy. These boots will keep a gardener dry and free of mud from shin to toe. The water proof vulcanized rubber design is hand-made and vegan certified. They can be rinsed off with water and polished with Hunter Boot Shine, and Rubber Boot Buffer. When taken care of, these boots can last over a decade. With so many fun colors to chose from, these rain boots are definitely going to be appreciated when the gardener in your life finds them under the Christmas tree.
6. WOODLAND TABLETOP LIVE TREE WITH LIGHTS - L.L.BEAN
Sometimes there’s nothing more a gardener wants than plants that can be used as decor, and then planted into the garden in the spring. Enter the Woodland Tabletop Live Tree with lights by L.L.Bean. This dwarf Alberta spruce makes a beautiful and unique table center piece, and once planted outside, will grow up to 8′-10′ tall. It comes in two sizes, so it’s versatile for larger or smaller spaces. Not to mention the festive red container it comes in making it a perfect accent to holiday decor. Just like any plant, this spruce will need to be watered. Once the holidays are over, it can be enjoyed for years when planted outside in the spring.
7. Eucerin Intensive Repair Lotion
If there’s one down side to gardening, it’s the effects it can have on hands. The labor intensive hobby can result in dry cracked skin that can be painful. Enter Eucerin Intensive Repair Lotion loaded with Alpha Hydroxy Acid, so it helps with skin cell turn over to expose new softer skin. This exfoliation makes the skin ready to fully absorb the moisturizers, while humectants help keep that moisture from escaping. All three factors help smooth dry, flaky skin, and keep hands looking healthy and soft.
8. Herb Garden Seed Kit - William Sonoma
With six metal tins filled with herb seeds, and six coco fibers to start those seeds, the Herb Garden Seed Kit is a great holiday gift for anyone looking to start an herb garden. Plant markers, soil pellets, and simple instructions are also included. The herbs include: Italian basil, flat-leaf parsley, mammoth dill, slow bolt cilantro, chives, and lemon mint. The cute bag can be reused too. Whether they decide to transplant the herbs outside, or keep them potted indoors, it’s really the gift that keeps on giving!
9. Amaryllis Bulb Planting Kit - Gardeners Supply
Winters can be tough for gardeners, as so many of us enjoy the colors and blooms of the spring. Giving the gift of an amaryllis bulb will provide the gardener in your life with a beautiful flowering bulb they can grow indoors. The bloom size is roughly 6″-8″ and will grow up to 22″ tall. The kit includes one premium Dutch amaryllis bulb, growing medium, and galvanized steel planter. Shipping begins November 13th, and if planted early enough, the bulb should start to flower by 3-4 weeks after it sprouts. Just in time for holiday festivities.
10. Visa Vanilla Gift Cards & E-Gift Cards
Last but certainly not least is the Visa Vanilla Gift Card. If you have no idea what to gift a gardener this year, a safe bet is to go with a gift card that will give them the flexibility to purchase whatever their heart desires. It can be purchased online and sent as an e-gift card, or simply picked up at most grocery stores, hardware stores, and drug stores. It’s easy for the giver, and great for the receiver that might be particular about what they want. With a wide range in monetary value available to deposit onto the card, a generous gift can help a gardener restructure a flowerbed or start an entirely new one. Either way, it’s a great option if you’re stumped on what to give.
Well there you have it! Ten great gift ideas for gardeners, that they will love. Of coarse these aren’t the only options out there, but they are a pretty great starting point in your quest to find that perfect gift for a loved one that loves to spend all their free time in the garden. And who knows, you may be inspired to get out there, and do a little gardening yourself.
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