Top Gardening Gifts

Valentine Bouquet

The Juliette bouquet with pink and red blooms is the perfect way to say Happy Valentine's Day. With a dozen red roses, dark pink Oriental lilies and Silver Dollar Eucalyptus, this bouquet is sure to make your sweetie swoon.

$65 from 1-800-Flowers.com

A Basket of Goodness

Roses. Wine. Need we say more? OK, we will: pears, shortbread cookies, gouda, olive oil, and crackers. This gift basket is truly the stuff dreams are made of. It’s available to ship the week of February 11.

$70 from Harry and David

Birth-Month Flower

This sweet personalized gift is perfect for the flower-lover in your life. Select the birth month of the person you will be giving it to so they can grow their birth-month flower (for April, mini daisies; for August, poppies; for October, marigolds; etc). The kit has everything they need to plant the flower—a small vase, soil, and seeds—and also includes information about what each birth flower symbolizes.

$34 from Uncommon Goods

Lovable Wreath

Spiral eucalyptus, willow eucalyptus, freeze-dried pink roses, reindeer moss, white statice, ammobium, yellow statice, yarrow, and pink globes make up this gorgeous festive wreath. Since the roses are freeze dried and the rest of the materials will dry in place, you can keep this wreath for about a year. It’s nice and light at 2 pounds.

$90 from Harry and David

Rose & Vine Terracotta Vase

Don’t just get your sweetie flowers, complete the gift with a beautiful vase they can treasure long after the flowers fade. These hand-crafted vases are available in 3 sizes and have a pretty rose and vine scattered pattern. Too pretty to store away, you may find you’ll want to keep it filled with blooms year-round.

From $38 at Terrain

Heart-Shaped Succulent Planter

This Terrain exclusive is a Valentine favorite. The custom heart-shaped planter is made from reclaimed wood and filled with live succulents, soil and moss. It comes complete and ready to present to the succulent lover in your life.

From $88 at Terrain

Hydrangea Earrings

Let your love shine with these hydrangea bloom pendant earrings. Then take her out on the town to show them (and her) off.

$68 from Terrain

20 oz Tumbler

Gardening can be hard work, so keep your honey hydrated. This tumbler lets them take a cold (or hot) drink with them throughout the yard while they work. Made by YETI®, it holds 20 oz., eliminating trips back and forth for refills.

$45 from Proven Winners

Three Gift Trakes

A unique tool that is perfect for beginning to expert gardeners. The Trake has an ergonomic handle with patented wrist leverage feature. Its dual-purpose use — one side is a trowel, the other a rake — makes it a go-to tool and wonderful addition to any gardener’s tool shed or potting bench.

$57 from Hen-Feathers

Chocolate-dipped Strawberries

Chocolate and strawberries were made for each other—just like you and your significant other. (You can use that line in your card if you want. You’re welcome.) Treat them to some decadent chocolate-dipped strawberries in a heart-shaped box for Valentine’s Day. They’ll be so happy they might even share some with you!

From $60 at 1-800-Flowers.com

Flower Cookies

Get creative and send flowers in a different form—on a cookie! Lori Stern makes delicious and beautiful cookies decorated with edible flowers. The shortbread cookies will stay fresh for up to 3 weeks, so that gives your loved one plenty of time to eat them (although we don’t think they'll last that long!).

$48 from Lori A. Stern

DIY Truffles

If your loved one is a do-it-yourselfer, this Make Your Own Chocolate Truffles Kit would make a fun gift! The kit comes with everything they need except the cream and butter; even a thermometer is included. And who knows—maybe by supporting their foray into truffle making, you’ll get to be the taste-tester.

$35 from Uncommon Goods

Candle with a Mini-Garden

This floral-scented candle is the gift that keeps on giving, even after the candle has been burned completely—and it produces zero waste. The box the candle comes in and the paper discs that protect the candle’s surface are infused with seeds. Simply soak the packaging and bury it beneath a layer of soil to grow wildflowers and poppies. And, of course, you can also reuse the glass jar the candle comes in for other purposes—create a tiny terrarium, use it to hold a tea light, or use it as a small vase. The candle has 60 hours of burn time and comes in two scents: Siam Poppy or Sunflower.

$28 from Uncommon Goods

Outdoor Throw Pillow

Give the gift of coziness with this adorable outdoor pillow. The cover is made of UV-protected material, so you don’t have to worry about it fading fast. It’s also removable, making for easy cleaning, and the zipper is hidden. The pillow comes in three sizes: 16-inch square, 18-inch square, and 26-inch square.

From $42 at Hayneedle

Organic Body Oil

This Rose and Oud body oil by Forager has a delicate rose and smoky wood scent (we also think the Beach fragrance with notes of balsam wood and eucalyptus sounds delightful). It’s nice to know exactly what you’re putting on your body, and with handcrafted Forager products, you can rest assured knowing that all the ingredients they use are natural. All products are also paraben, sulfate, and preservative free, and have not been tested on animals. Bonus: Forager offers a 20% discount on your next purchase if you send them your empty container.

$35 from Forager Botanicals

Hand Cream Gift Set

If your sweetheart spends lots of time with their hands in the dirt, this La Chatelaine lotion set makes a delightful gift. The set includes 12 different 1oz bottles: Lemon Verbena, Gardenia, Pear, Coconut Milk, Shea, Sweet Almond, Rose Acacia, Orange Blossom, Lavender, Passion Fruit, Lychee Bilberry, and Wild Fig.

$68 from Amazon

Lavender Flower-Water Mist

Lavender and chamomile essential oils give this flower water a refreshing, relaxing scent. You can use flower water in a multitude of ways. Spray it on your hair to give it some shine and a lovely smell. Use on your face during the winter to keep it from getting dry. Spritz it onto your face after applying makeup to make it look fresher longer.

$38 from Forager Botanicals

Garden Boots

Waterproof boots that are easy to slip on and off are invaluable for gardeners. These Crocs come in 6 colors, including classic Navy (shown) and bright Lemon.

$40 from Amazon

Hanging Planter

This round hanging planter makes a stylish vessel for a combination of succulents, air plants, or other small plants. It’s made of galvanized steel and is 12 inches wide and 4 inches deep.

$30 from Amazon (plants not included)

Garden Chair

For nearly 20 years, Dan Benarcik has been building and refining the design of this garden chair. It’s made of red cedar and/or Douglas fir, so it can withstand the outdoors.

$325 available here

Insect House

This home for insects would be a wonderful gift for those who love to observe the little creatures that keep our world going.

$19 from Amazon

Bonsai Growing Kit

Encourage mindfulness by giving this Bonsai Starter Kit. It comes with everything needed to grow four Bonsai trees from seed—Pinus aristata, Delonix regia, Jacaranda mimosifolia, and Picea Abies.

$25 from Amazon

Stylish Vertical Planters

Leo Wall Planters, made from aluminum (shown) or corten steel, are great for vertical gardening and are designed to direct water away from the surface they’re mounted on. From top to bottom: Rosmarinus officinalis ‘Foxtail’, Lavendula stoechas, and Mentha spicata var. crispa ‘Moroccan’. Designed by Todd Holloway of Pot Incorporated.

Starting at $95

Fish Garden Art

Maine artist Tyson M. Weiss makes these unique ceramic fish sculptures that appear to lazily cruise through pristine plantings. A school of three is ideal for conveying the impression of movement. They can stay outdoors all year and come with garden rods. The Medium Salsa Fishie is shown, but there are a variety of koi and trout in many colors.

$50 from Fish in the Garden

Seibert & Rice Shell Pot

Crafted in one of the oldest terra cotta workshops in Italy, this pot is equally stunning empty or planted. Seibert & Rice, a company specializing in fine Italian terra cotta, makes planters like this available in the U.S. The Shell Pot is part of their Ornamental Collection, which features pieces distinguished by their sculptural detail.

$380 from Seibert & Rice

Fire Bowl

Give your friend or family member the gift of extending the time they get to spend outdoors in the evening by giving them this attractive rusted-steel fire bowl.

$75 from Amazon

Plant Mister

Many plants need a little spritz of water every day, and this pretty little plant mister can not only do the job—it’s also lovely to look at.

$14 from Terrain

Socks

Gardeners are on their feet a lot, so why not make a fashion statement? These fun socks will be the talk of the community garden and brighten any gardener’s day.

$7 from Proven Winners

Sunprint Kit

Sunprinting is a simple way to capture the beauty of forms in nature. Easy to use, this sunprint kit makes a fun gift for people of all ages.

$12 from Amazon

Cotton Crusher Hat

Help protect the skin of the gardener you love by giving them this lightweight and breathable hat. A hidden drawstring assures a comfortable fit and the hat can be easily packed. Available in five colors from Terrain.

$36 from Terrain

Lavender Body Cream

Gardening is tough on skin. Help your friend or loved one nourish, soften and hydrate theirs with this luxurious body cream from 100% Pure. They'll love the delicious, calming scent and that it’s free of anything artificial, synthetic or toxic.

$20 from Amazon

Plant Marker

This garden marker would make a fun gift for a gardener with a good sense of humor. The marker was repurposed from a vintage silver-plated spoon and was handmade in Omaha, NE.

$10 from Etsy

The Proven Winners Garden Book: Simple Plans, Picture-Perfect Plants, and Expert Advice for Creating a Gorgeous Garden

Expert plant knowledge and creative design ideas from America’s #1 plant brand. The Proven Winners Garden Book contains simple garden plans to add curb appeal to your home, including a welcoming entryway, pollinator garden, flower garden, shady summertime retreat and deer-resistant garden. Not sure what plants work together in a container? You’ll also get 25 recipes to add color to your patio, porch or balcony. The authors also share lessons on garden prep, design choices, and how to buy the right plants.

$30 from Proven Winners
Pre-order now. Available 2/19/19.

Dahlias: Beautiful Varieties for Home & Garden

Undeniably one of the most fabulous cutting flowers to grow at home—dahlias bloom late summer and into autumn when many other plants are done for the season. Well-known garden journalist Naomi Slade teams up with premier garden photographer Georgianna Lane, to bring you this beautiful book that will answer your questions about how to grow amazing dahlias. Get hands-on knowledge on growing and overwintering these tropical plants. Discover stunning specimens that bloom with flowers that range from tiny pompoms to dinner plate size.

$16 from Amazon

Gardentopia: Design Basics for Creating Beautiful Outdoor Spaces

Landscape and garden expert Jan Johnsen provides inspiration and instruction with over 100 unique techniques to transform humble gardens and yards into magical outdoor spaces. Her tips are illustrated, specific and easily applied. She suggests simple changes and design strategies that can have big impact, such as accenting curves and cascading trimming techniques. Over 100 color photos bring her book to life and help you see just what is possible in your own yard or garden.

$29 from Amazon
Pre-order now. Available 4/2/19.

Gardening Under Lights: The Complete Guide for Indoor Growers

Gardeners continue to find creative ways to bring green indoors, as exemplified by Leslie Halleck’s book Gardening Under Lights. Halleck fully equips readers with the information necessary to grow a variety of plants indoors. Not only does she cover the critical aspects of growing—lighting, pests, care, and more—readers will be pleased to find that Halleck also has a passion for making sure it all looks fantastic, too: “Growing plants and food indoors doesn’t have to be utilitarian; it can be a beautiful practice that blends into our living space and lifestyles,” she notes.

$20 from Amazon

Starting & Saving Seeds: Grow the Perfect Vegetables, Fruits, Herbs, and Flowers for Your Garden

Whether you’re just getting into gardening or you’re a gardening pro, Starting & Saving Seeds will guide you through the process of saving your own seeds and helping them flourish into strong, healthy, happy plants.

$17 from Amazon

Gardenlust: A Botanical Tour of the World’s Best New Gardens

Get inspired by Gardenlust, a book that showcases 50 beautiful modern gardens around the world. Guiding readers through each garden is the author—plant guru, and renowned garden designer Christopher Woods whose background makes him the ideal garden guide: former director and chief designer at Chanticleer, vice president for horticulture at the Santa Barbara Botanical Garden, director of the Van Dusen Botanical Garden in Vancouver, executive director of the Mendocino Coast Botanical Garden, and director of the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society’s Meadowbrook Farm. One reader gushes that “it could be awarded 5 stars just for the photography alone.”

$25 from Amazon

The History of Landscape Design in 100 Gardens

Learn how the gardens of the past have influenced garden design today by exploring 100 of the most influential gardens in the world. Lecturer, teacher, and gardener Linda A. Chisholm, who teaches the history of landscape design at the New York Botanical Garden takes readers on this enchanting tour.

$31 from Amazon

Among Trees: A Guided Journal for Forest Bathing

It’s no secret that immersing one’s self in nature has remarkable effects on mind and body. The purpose of this journal is to give you a way to record your trips into wild spaces, providing prompts that will help enhance your experience.

$13 from Amazon

Peony: The Best Varieties for Your Garden

Are you interested in growing your own peonies but don’t know where to start? Learn from peony experts David C. Michener and Carol A. Adelman. In addition to providing the basics about peonies (the history, the types available, etc.), they share growing information for 194 of the best varieties.

$19 from Amazon

Tool Set

If you know someone who is looking to get into gardening (or if you know someone who you want to get into gardening!), this is a nice starter kit. It comes with 9 pieces: trowel shovel, rake hoe, weeder, spade, cultivator, pruning shears, spray bottle, and gloves—all in a handy storage caddy. All tools are rust resistant.

$40 from Amazon

Forged Dual Cut Bypass Pruner

Corona Tools is known for making sturdy, functional tools that serve gardeners well. This pruner has a second curve within the hook of the blade that allows you to easily cut branches up to 2 inches in diameter. It also has an internal spring, so it shouldn’t get bumped loose as you’re reaching inside a tangled shrub. This is a solid midrange model for the weekend warrior who prunes for short periods of time.

$33 from Amazon

Okatsune No. 103 Pruners/Secateurs

With no gearing, cushioning, or added leverage from the handle, these no-frills pruners by Niwaki rely on a sharp edge and hard steel to achieve crisp cuts—even on fibrous materials like bamboo. The latch can be slid open or closed on your hip, and the Japanese-style spring doesn’t fall off. In a nod to ergonomics, the blade has a slight angle downward. For those who appreciate simplicity and strong steel, this minimalist model is a satisfying choice.

$32 from Amazon

Perforated Mud Shovel

When working in wet ground, ordinary shovels can get stuck in the muck. That’s where this shovel by Bully Tools sets itself apart. The holes in the blade let it slide free with less sticking and its welded I-beam keeps the handle attachment from cracking under heavy, mucky loads.

$45 from Amazon

Go-To Tool for Loosening Soil

Peter Jacobsen grows food for The French Laundry, a Michelin 3-star restaurant. The Meadow Creature Broadfork is his go-to tool for loosening soil without destroying its structure. “It works better than a hand rototiller and you get a nice workout,” he says. Under the bar are four 14-inch-long spikes; after driving the spikes into the soil, you use the handles to pull back on the tool, loosening the earth.

Starting at $207 from Meadow Creature

HERShovel

The HERShovel was built to make the most of a woman’s stature and strength, but the company has also received positive feedback from men who have used the shovel. Its steel blade with extra-large step and its two-handed grip reduce shoulder and back strain while digging.

$70 from Green Heron Tools

Leonard Deluxe Stainless Steel Soil Knife

The tiny, jagged serrations of this American–made soil knife by A.M. Leonard are great not only for weeding but also for finer applications like scoring the roots on annual flowers and opening bags of potting soil. The twine-cutting notch and 6-inch ruler stamped onto the blade are helpful additions. However, though the curved shape of the handle is the epitome of comfort, it also shortens the area where you grasp the knife, making it most suitable for gardeners will smaller hands.

$30 from Amazon

Serrated Farmer Dagger

With its thick, highly sharpened teeth and nearly unbreakable boron steel blade, this knife by Dewit could be as useful in a dark alley as it is in the garden. It’s incredibly sturdy; a hammer can be used on the flat top of the handle to drive the tip of the knife through hardpan or rocky soil. It can be used right- or left-handed. For gardeners working in hard soil, it’s indispensable.

$60 from Amazon

Compact Extendable Pruning Saw

The long pole and heavy head of many pole pruners makes for an awkward balancing act. This pruning saw by Fiskars solves that problem with a pole that collapses to 3 feet. The oval pole extends to 8 feet and is made of steel for added strength and stiffness compared with lighter aluminum tools.

$28 from Amazon