The ultimate gifts for gardeners

If your loved one has green fingers, we have the best Christmas presents they'll love this year.

Gifts for gardeners

by Sophie Knight |
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If your loved one is a keen gardener who enjoys pottering around outside or in their greenhouse, then there are so many gifts you can find for birthdays, Christmas, or a just-because present. We’ve curated some of our favourite gifts for gardeners, whether they have been green-fingered for decades or are new to the hobby and have only just acquired their first garden.

Whether you want to buy something that's super practical and will elevate their hobby to the next level, something ornamental for their garden, or a funny plant-related comedy gift, we've uncovered a range of presents that they're sure to love.

The ultimate gifts for gardeners

Every gardener needs a good pair of gloves, but there's nothing to say they have to look boring and brown. We love these colourful gloves from the RHS. They're machine washable - super handy - however, they are 'one size fits all' which we know normally means the opposite, so do make note of this if your gardener friend has massive hands.

Review: "Love the bird pattern design on these gardening gloves but must warn they look like they have a blue background but in life, they are actually a green background. They are still lovely and comfortable to wear."

Pros

  • Pack of two
  • Machine washable
  • Pretty design

Cons

  • Are only available in 'one-size fits all'

Created by a Dr of Psychology, Bloombox Club focuses on the benefits of having plants in the home for our wellness and health. You can receive your plant delivery monthly or quarterly and pay monthly or annually, depending on your preference. With each delivery, you'll get a perfectly fitted ceramic pot, as well as a care card to keep your new green friend happy.

Review: "I love my monthly plants, all of the plant pots match my interior as well. They are always very healthy and make me so happy."

Pros

  • Pet-friendly option available
  • Can be paid on a monthly, quarterly, bi-annually, or annual basis
  • Care card included

Cons

  • None

The ideal way to label your plants and stay organised, these 18 tags are lightweight and easy to write on. They come in a handwoven Bamboo bag, making a lovely gift. Also includes a tiny pencil.

Reviews: "Came in a nice bamboo pouch . Thus are going to be part of a gift. Look good quality."

Pros

  • Comes with a handwoven Bamboo bag
  • Petite pencil included
  • Eco-friendly

Cons

  • None

Keep track of what tasks need doing in the garden each month, which plants you covet, and where you want to plant them in this journal - which can be personalised with your own title. It's available as A4 or A5, with black or white pages, and you can even add more pages if you wish.

Review: "Book looked fabulous, personalisation was so well done. Great size to add photos, comments or anything else. Can't recommend this too highly, I was totally delighted."

Pros

  • Can be personalised
  • Available in two sizes

Cons

  • Delivery isn't free
  • Gift box costs extra

This beautiful calendar features 12 portrait photographic images of National Trust gardens throughout the year, to keep you inspired throughout 2023.

Review: "Beautiful photos and a good size. Room to write appointments etc in the space provided for each day."

Pros

  • Has plenty of room to write appointments 
  • Has an attachment loop
  • Beautiful photography

Cons

  • Only one size

Best for an activity book

The Gardening Puzzle Book - Gifts for gardeners
Price: £15.67

Whether they're new to gardening or a complete pro, they can put their knowledge to the test with the fun games and activities in The Gardening Puzzle Book. It includes plenty of activities to keep them engaged including a maze, word flower and trivia questions to name a few.

Reviewed by Arabella Horspool, our Commercial Content Writer: "If you enjoy gardening and have five minutes to spare, this it the book to pick up. It's hardback, so it feels high quality and it's great for gifting!"

You can't go wrong with a new gardening kit, especially when it's as aesthetically pleasing as this one. It includes a garden fork, gardening trowel, gloves and two scented candles.

Review: "This is a great gift. Comes in a nice box with a bow on it. Great value for money and you won’t be disappointed!"

Pros

  • Good value for money
  • Come smartly presented 

Cons

  • None

Made from teak with a stainless steel hood, this lantern will look beautiful in any sized garden, whether it's a courtyard with a couple of chairs or an acre of landscaped idyl.

Review: "Very high quality, beautifully made and very good looking. I added an altar candle bought locally to round off a stunning gift."

Pros

  • Solid and sturdy
  • Comes in two sizes
  • Made from high-quality sustainable teak wood

Cons

  • Expensive
  • Doesn't come with a candle

Gift your friend or loved one a subscription to Garden Answers Magazine; a sub is a great present as it keeps giving every month, meaning they'll think of you every time the magazine arrives.

Review: "I have been having the magazine for two years now. This subscription is a gift for my daughter in law. Its brilliant."

Pros

  • Delivered straight to front door
  • Includes practical gardening jobs for the month ahead
  • Celebrates seasonal plants and achievable border schemes

Cons

  • None

Plant Pet Club caters for the experts and newbies among us, so makes a brilliant gift for anyone with a green thumb. Each plant delivery comes with a gorgeous pot, a care guide and is safely packaged for its arrival. Don't know which subscription to choose? You can send your loved one a gift card so they can make their own choice.

Pros

  • Pot included
  • Free delivery
  • Designed to inspire confidence and put your plant-related anxieties at ease 

Cons

  • None

This unique, handmade sculpture will create interest in any garden, and who doesn't love a poppy?

Review: "I purchased two red poppies as a birthday gift for my friend. An unusual present, but perfect for someone who has everything !! When I visited her - she showed me the poppies which she had placed in the garden bed, and they looked lovely. She was really thrilled with them, telling me that they were a symbol of her recently departed parents and provided many happy memories of them both. I was so pleased!"

Pros

  • Can be used for memorials, symbolising remembrance and hope
  • Made from recycled metals 

Cons

  • Delivery isn't free
  • Will need occasional maintenance.

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Belloxis Funny Socks Women Novelty Funky Fun Socks Gifts for Women

Socks have a bad reputation for being rubbish Christmas presents, but we just don't agree. These quirky gardening-themed socks will have the recipient smiling as soon as they're opened - and they'll keep their feet warm, too.

Review: "I'm always losing socks, or wearing them out. These are colourful and hopefully will make matching easier!"

Pros

  • Fun, colourful designs
  • Suitable for sizes 6-9
  • Come individually paired

Cons

  • None

Available in five Liberty prints, the advanced double-walled vacuum insulation of this bottle will keep drinks cold for 24 hours and hot for 12 hours. The built-in o-ring seal within the lid will ensure it stays sealed securely so there are no spillages.

Reviewed by Digital Writer Emily Gilbert: "Not only is this Chilly's water bottle beautifully made and pretty to look at but it works so well. I like my beverages cold and the Series 2 bottle ensures exactly that which in turn is making me drink more."

Pros

  • Available in a variety of prints
  • Keeps drinks cold for 24 hours and hot for 12
  • 100% leakproof

Cons

  • Can't be washed in the dishwasher

FAQs

What is a good present for a gardener?

Every gardener is different, so take the time to think about the person in your life specifically and what it is that they enjoy about gardening. For example, if they are trying to encourage wildlife into their garden, perhaps a squirrel baffle or bird feeding station would be a perfect choice.

Can I make my loved one a gift?

While we've suggested lots of lovely gifts above that you can buy, why not get crafty and make something instead? A teacup bird feeder is easy to make and looks beautiful.

What goes in a gardening gift basket?

If you're wanting to create a gift box or hamper for the recepient, consider filling it with items such as a pretty plant pot, a trowel, some gardening gloves, hand cream and seed packets.

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