Let's admit it: Nothing beats the satisfaction that comes with making a dish with ingredients grown from your own backyard over a period of time. Whether you have avid and experienced gardeners on your list or someone who is looking to start tapping into their green thumb, there's something for both beginners and novices alike.
Space is no issue when it comes to these gifts, meaning they don't have to have the largest garden on the block to indulge in and put these gifts to use. From indoor LED gardens to cookbooks that feature recipes with ingredients straight from the garden, green thumbs everywhere will appreciate these gifts.
The best practical gifts for gardeners
Foam Kneeling Pad
Deemed as one of the most important essentials a gardener should have, this budget-friendly foam mat is available in six different colors, or you can grab a multicolor three-pack. Reviewers highlight that it’s thicker and wider compared with other kneeling mats, making it easier for every gardener to work on their knees for longer periods of time.
Fiskars Gardening Shears
Perfect for tending to your garden when weeds or branches get in the way, these sharp shears will help get rid of anything that stands between your gardener and growing their vegetables.
Stainless Steel Garden Tool Set
For either the gardener just starting to plant their roots in the hobby or the pro who's been at it for more seasons than they can count, you can't go wrong with this well-rounded tool kit. Complete with six essential tools and a tote to store and transport them, one reviewer praised these tools because they "are so ergonomically made and make it so easy for me to do my garden work without any soreness or pain."
AeroGarden Harvest XL
If they don't have the real estate for the garden of their dreams or want to try their hand at the hobby before indulging in a large outdoor gardening space, gift them this. The AeroGarden Harvest XL provides room for six plants, up to 18 inches of grow height and it comes with an LED light so the gardener in your life won't even need a window. The water indicator that lets you know when the water port needs a refill.
The best apparel gifts for gardeners
Gardening Is My Therapy T-Shirt
Doesn’t spending time outside gardening make everyone a little bit happier? You’re recipient will sport this shirt proudly while they’re out back.
Anthropologie Canvas Gardening Apron
Made with a thick canvas material that won't diminish or deteriorate when covered in dirt, soil or water, this gardening apron from Terrain is not only affordable, but it also features enough pockets to hold tools and seeds alike. One reviewer loves that this apron is "functional and cute in a plant nerd sort of way," adding that it "makes gardening even more enjoyable by cutting down on trips to and from my garden toolbox." It also comes with a slim pocket so your gardener can store their phone.
Crocs Unisex Adult Classic Clogs
The Classic Clogs are available in a ton of colors, and you can deck them out with garden-inspired shoe charms to really make the message clear about what these shoes are for.
The best garden-inspired gifts
Don't Hate, Propagate Sticker
For the friend who is always stopping by with stems or pieces of their beloved plants in little glass jars, gift them this sticker that perfectly encapsulates their feelings towards letting a plant wither.
Midwestern Prairie Flowers Tea Towel
Featuring drawings of pollinators and prairie flowers, the gardener in your life can use this tea towel when cooking up the food grown in their garden or even as a guide to figure out what plants to keep an eye out for in their backyard.
Standing Indoor Plant Pot
While this may look like a normal pot from the back, your gardener can turn it around and find a smiley face waiting to brighten up their day. This positive pot also stands on its own, so there's no need to worry about it tipping over. One reviewer raved that it "brightens up the house in a really fun way," and added that they've "gifted these to several people and everyone loves them!"
Ban.do Strawberry Field Vase
This strawberry-inspired vase from Ban.do will look appropriate and oh-so-cute in their kitchen, on a bookshelf or in their at-home office. Made from porcelain and outfitted with dimples that resemble seeds, this vase "holds a large bouquet perfectly" and is "super adorable," reviewers said.
Unique gardening gifts under $50
Gardening Log Book and Planner
For the more logistical gardener or one who wants to start tracking how much water their plants require for a successful season gift them this tracker. With specific fields that accommodate details like plant name, location, and how much light and water they're receiving, gift this must-have to the data-driven gardener in your life.
The Month-by-Month Gardening Guide
For the gardener who is curious about which month is best for their tomato crops or how much sunlight specific houseplants should be receiving, gift them this month-by-month guide that lays out all the planting need-to-knows.
“Plant, Cook, Eat!,” by Joe Archer and Caroline Craig
For the young gardener who is just adopting a green thumb, gift them with this cookbook that will help them take their seeds from garden to table with healthy and delicious recipes, from bacon spaghetti to basil feta pizza.
Spotted Wellies Garden Ducks
For a fun garden accessory that will look even more adorable in the rain, opt for these ducks, which can be shopped as individuals or in a trio. One reviewer who gifted these spotted rainboots-sporting ducks noted that the recipient has them watching over her flowerbed; another noted that they make a "delightful addition" to any garden or outdoor space.
Lego Succulents
For the friend who tries and tries but can never seem to keep their succulents alive, gift them this Lego set that requires no actual maintenance. With its realistic look, this Lego set is sure to make up for the fact that the aspiring gardener in your life currently lacks a green thumb.
How we chose
The Shop TODAY team works hard to find the best products and coolest gifts out there. We use our own personal experiences with brands and shopping to find the most unique gifts on the market that are sure to be a hit with the gardener in your life.
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