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30 Garden Gift Ideas for the Green Thumb in Your Life

Make them smile from when they plant to when they harvest.

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Customizing a gift to someone’s hobby is always a smart choice, and for people with a green thumb, gardening is even bigger than a hobby. Any gift that recognizes the hard work and care they put into planting will be well-received, and we found some of the best garden gift ideas out there. No matter their love of expertise or experience, gardening enthusiasts will appreciate the effort you put into finding them a gift that speaks to what they love. Go with some simple gardening tools to show your support if they're newbies, or upgrade some of what they already own if they're experts.

Sometimes, the best garden presents to give are the ones that just make their outdoor space a little more beautiful. Quirky statues like this zen frog or these shimmering koi fish add some fun to the garden. You could also go the more practical route, and gift tools that solve common problems, like expert-recommended gloves to protect their hands from prickly vines or a handy device that makes arranging flowers all the easier. Whether you’re buying for your mom’s flourishing vegetable garden or your best friend’s compact yet thriving windowsill herbs, these gardener-friendly items will be loved. Scroll on for the coolest garden gift ideas we could find.

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For the Astrologist

Uncommon Goods Birth Month Flower Grow Kit

Birth Month Flower Grow Kit
$36 at Uncommon Goods

This gift will be even more special if you give it to them on their birthday. The grow kit includes seeds from their birth month flower, plus a glass bottle with a cork lid to plant them in (that can be re-used as a vase later on).

For the Plant Expert

CROWN Botanical Postcards from the New York Botanical Garden

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"My best friend is the kind of person to stop frequently on a walk to identify wildflowers and mushrooms, down to the scientific name," Associate Shopping Editor Janae McKenzie says. "I gifted her the New York Botanical Garden mushroom flashcards and loved the joy it brought her." Gift a way to identify their favorite flowers (and inspiration for future gardening).

For the Creative DIYer

Uncommon Goods Stitch Your Veggies Tote Bag

Stitch Your Veggies Tote Bag

You could give them any old tote bag, but if they also have a knack for sewing, they'll love this DIY approach. The cotton and faux suede bag comes with vibrant yarn in the colors of the different vegetables on the bag, so they can stitch it together. Plus, there's three pockets on the back for their harvest.

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For the Bird Watcher

Uncommon Goods Hanging Basket Hummingbird Feeder

Hanging Basket Hummingbird Feeder

Invite helpful pollinators like hummingbirds to your home garden with this gorgeous feeder. Handblown glass carafes hold water for them to sip from, while the woven plastic basket can hold flowers for them to enjoy.

For the Grandparents

Birch Lane Song Bird Personalized Garden Sign

Song Bird Personalized Garden Sign

This garden sign can be customized with two 12-character lines, welcoming guests to their plant sanctuary. The ornamental sign comes in four different colors and has a songbird resting on top.

For the Fish Lover

Tyson Weiss Swimming Koi Sculptures

Swimming Koi Sculptures

If their garden is full of lush shrubs and bushes, gift this easy way to spice up their decor. These vibrant blue clay koi fish look as though they're swimming through the leaves, and will be a beloved accent piece.

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For the At-Home Chef

Chef’n White Herb Pack

White Herb Pack

For the friend who loves using fresh herbs from the garden in their cooking, cut down on their prep time with this handy kit. It comes with a herb stripper, kale stripper and mincer, so they'll have perfectly proportioned garnishes.

For Their Dry Hands

Bonny Doon Farm Lemon Verbena Gardener's Salve

Lemon Verbena Gardener's Salve

All those hours spent toiling in the garden can be pretty hard on their hands. Give them some R&R with this lemon verbena healing salve. The beeswax, cocoa butter and olive oil will hydrate and nourish any cracked, dry skin.

For the Sweet Tooth

The Quiet Botanist All the Flowers Bonbons

All the Flowers Bonbons

Give them a treat they're bound to enjoy with these handmade botanical chocolates. They come with unique, floral-inspired flavors, from blood orange and rose petal salted caramels to cornflower and calendula turtles.

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For the Precise Person

Frontgate Lily Frog Rain Gauge

Lily Frog Rain Gauge
Now 25% Off

For the extra dedicated gardener who wants to know just how much water their plant babies have been getting, give them this quirky rain gauge complete with perched verdigris frogs. The sculpture is made from rust-resistant aluminum, so they'll last many a shower.

For the Candle Collector

Jonathan Adler Muse Couleur Tomate Candle

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The smell of fresh plants is one of the most relaxing scents out there. This candle carries a unique, refreshing scent with notes of tomato leaves, rhubarb, basil and crushed thyme, as through frolicking through an herb garden.

For the Tools Person

Barebones Harvesting & Gathering Bag

Harvesting & Gathering Bag

Whether they're foraging for wild flowers or bringing in their vegetables, this gathering bag has plenty of pockets to hold whatever they find, plus their harvesting tools. The waxed canvas bag is easier to carry than a harvest tray, so they can really get their hands dirty.

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For the Eco-Friendly

Kobo Crushed Mint Plant the Box Candle

Crushed Mint Plant the Box Candle

If the invigorating smell of mint is one of their favorites, this double-duty candle is perfect. They can enjoy the scent of the candle as it burns, and in the meantime, plant the biodegradable packaging infused with mint seeds to grow a plant of their very own.

For the One Who Loves Personalization

Pottery Barn Fresh Moss Letters

Fresh Moss Letters

This decor takes organic design touches to a new level. The letters are made from wire frame wrapped in real moss. It can adorn their back door or nestle above their garage to welcome them to the sanctuary of their garden.

For the Salad Eater

Rise Personal Rise Garden

Personal Rise Garden

When the gardening has to be brought indoors during colder seasons, this editor-favorite indoor garden can come to the rescue. It grows high-quality salad ingredients in less than 30 days, using grow lights that mimic the sun, so they won't have to wait until sunny days to enjoy fresh veggies.

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For the Whole Family

Hortiki Plants Kids Indoor Garden Kit

Kids Indoor Garden Kit

Get the kids involved with the gardening by using this adorable grow kit. They can decorate their own plant pots and create little friends after planting their own petgrass. It's a great way to grow their green thumbs by teaching them about the science of planting.

For the One With Young Kids

Bird Buddy Original Smart Bird Feeder

Original Smart Bird Feeder

This Live Better Award-winning bird feeder takes the traditional treehouse up a notch. It comes with a solar powered camera, so you can enjoy birdwatching from afar as though you were right next to them. The compatible app will even notify you when a bird stops by, so you can also alert your partner and kids to go and check out who stopped by to munch on seeds.

For the One With Lots of Plants

Gotuvs Self Watering + Self Aerating Pot

Self Watering + Self Aerating Pot

This plant pot takes up water from a deep reservoir to slowly hydrate your plants over time, without you having to lift a finger. The hollow legs encourage airflow and healthy roots. Simply fill the self-watering planter through the clip on attachment, and let your plant do the rest.

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For the Vegetarian

Gardyn Home Kit 4.0

Home Kit 4.0

For the green thumb at heart stuck in an urban area, this will allow them to create the flourishing indoor garden of their dreams. This high-tech system doesn't take up too much space, but allows enough height for taller plants. It pairs with an app that keeps track of everything they need to know, from water levels to the light schedule.

For the One With a Flourishing Garden

Uncommon Goods Gardener's Harvest Basket

Gardener's Harvest Basket

The frame of this basket is made from sturdy pine, and the wire mesh means you can wash your harvest right in the basket. It carries up to 20 pounds of fruits and veggies, and you can customize it with two lines of text.

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