If you know someone who seriously loves plants, getting them a gardening gift is a no-brainer. Gardeners are some of the most fun people to buy for because there's a seemingly endless amount of gardening gear out there. And because their tools can really take a beating, gifting them a nice upgrade on your dime can be much appreciated and put to good use.
Whether they're an indoor plant parent with a budding collection of greens and windowsill herbs, a container gardener who's making the most of the tiniest outdoor space, or the lucky owner of a sprawling, lush lawn, there's something here that's perfect for them. These gardening gifts cover foundational tools, garden accoutrements, clever additions to their space, and even some skincare essentials, since the dirt, sweat, and sun can take a toll on those green thumbs! Check out our guide to the 30 best gardening gifts.
Keep their outdoor weeding perimeter free of pesky mosquitos by giving them the Thermacell Radius Zone as a gardening gift.
It runs on heat-activated, odorless repellent mats that can be used for up to 12 hours each. Just insert the mat, switch it on, and it'll repel all mosquitos within a 15-foot radius.
Help them reduce food waste in their household — and help boost the nutrients of their garden soil — with this minimalist compost canister that'll hold all of their plant-based kitchen scraps.
It's made of biodegradable bamboo fibers (which is great because plastic composters only create more trash) and a breathable lid with an odor-blocking carbon filter that makes it ideal for indoor use.
For those moments when they need to set aside the spade and do the digging by hand, this pair of gardening gloves enables them to claw their way through rocky soil. The gloves come with four detachable ABS plastic claws that let the user dig into stubborn patches while sifting away rocks and debris more easily.
The gloves themselves are made of a latex/nylon material that offers waterproof protection paired with breathability, so their hands don't get too sweaty.
Fact: A gardener's life isn't all cute shears and watering cans! There's loads of topsoil to be hauled around and aphid infestations to deal with, after all.
Treat them to a super generous Lowe's gift card and watch their eyes light up. For those workhorse essentials that are specific to their yard, this gardening gift lets them stock up on what they really need.
They can be the most talented green thumb in the world, but if they live in a home that lacks natural light, their sun-loving plants might struggle to survive. Rescue their dwindling greens and improve their ambiance at the same time with this hanging grow light.
Complete with a full installation kit and lengthy 15-foot-long cord, this chic pendant light's internal LED chip beams brightly down on their plants, producing the full photosynthetic spectrum needed to help them thrive.
Gardening is a sure-fire way to soak up that much-needed vitamin D — but just make sure they aren't exposing themselves to harmful UVA/UVB rays, too.
This Supergoop! sunscreen is one of our favorites to swipe on quickly, right from the applicator. Not only is its compact size perfect, but its clear formula leaves no tint or white cast — and it doesn't leave residue on clothes either.
If their outdoor space is limited to their tiny balcony or back porch, they can still grow a lot of greens! This vertical stacking planter is the gardening gift that can make it happen.
They can plant flowers, herbs, or pretty much any kind of greenery in these five detachable tiers. Just add soil and seeds, and make sure all of the levels get properly watered.
Garden kneelers are long pieces of foam that are meant for kneeling on while working in the garden — but this also means another piece of gear to lug around.
These memory-foam and neoprene kneepads from Terrain, on the other hand, can be strapped on and ready for all-day action, keeping their pants a little cleaner and their joints a little happier.
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Birds In, Squirrels Out
Squirrel Buster Standard Squirrel-Proof Bird Feeder
There's nothing more enjoyable than birdwatching from a little garden feeder, but a serious squirrel problem can ruin the fun. This max-security bird feeder is the perfect gardening gift to deter those pesky intruders once and for all.
Brome's bird feeder is equipped with four metal perches for small, lightweight birds like cardinals, nuthatches, and chickadees — however, if a squirrel tries to land onto it, its weight will close the feeder and the seed inside. Although this unit is small, it's chew-proof and allows plenty of ventilation, so that the seed stays fresh.
If they can't seem to step outside in the summertime without acquiring five new mosquito bites on their ankles, it's about time you introduced them to After Bite.
This reviewer-favorite roll-on formula contains baking soda, ammonia, glycerin, and purified water, and it takes the sting out of itchy bug bites when they happen.
The artier alternative to a bouquet of flowers, this gardening gift lets them arrange their own plant cuttings in a chic, minimalist way.
Bloomscape's Propagation Kit shows the beginner green thumb just how easy gardening can be — if they snip off a plant's vine at the node and stick it in water, it'll start growing new roots within days!
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Tough Vegan Gloves
Magid Glove & Safety Professional Rose Pruning Gloves
If their rosebushes are their pride and joy once they burst into bloom, make sure they have the proper hand attire to maintain their beauty all season.
These reinforced vegan-leather gloves from Magid are a gardening gift that lets them get up to their elbows in pruning without getting pricked.
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Not-Ugly Garden Shoes
Kujo Yardwear Lightweight Breathable Yard Work Shoes
These unisex garden shoes from Kujo look and feel just like regular sneakers. However, these were made for mucking around in the yard. The upper part has a breathable mesh construction, while the sole is ruggedly sturdy and waterproof.
These lightweight, meticulously designed shoes are ideal for users who suffer from plantar fasciitis or need contoured arch support that many slip-on clogs just don't offer.
If you have a friend who's suddenly declared that they're going to give vegetable gardening a try, make sure they have these tomato cages on hand, stat. They can also be used for peppers, strawberries, cucumbers, and any other fruits and veg that like to climb.
These cages encourage plants to grow taller, instead of spreading low to the ground. This minimizes the space they take up in the garden, while also preventing their crops from rotting too quickly.
Yes, how they water their plants does matter! If they're concerned about blasting their fragile plants with a too-forceful hose stream, they need this nozzle attachment as a gardening gift.
We like that the trigger on this nozzle is easy to squeeze and that its spray patterns are clearly labeled. So, they don't have to spray their yard with each one to find the right level.
Part seat, part toolkit — this versatile folding chair is the ultimate gardening companion. The tool bag underneath detaches, and is equipped with plenty of pockets to help users tote their equipment wherever they need it most.
Best of all, this gardening gift comes with three garden tools, plus gloves, pruning shears, and a kneeling pad to refresh their existing stash.
Have they been feeling a little uninspired by the produce section lately? Get funky with this set of uncommon, easy-to-grow veggie seeds!
They can sow the included cosmic purple carrot, golden zucchini squash, tigerella stripy tomato, rubine Brussels sprouts, and rainbow chard seeds into the included starter pots, and transfer them outdoors to their yard or to a raised garden bed once they really get growing.
Are their gardening hand tools looking a little worse for wear? Make the upgrade to this affordable, yet high-quality set.
This gardening gift includes a trowel, cultivator, and pair of shears, all clad in a gorgeous floral pattern. Each of these tools is made of rustproof, high-carbon steel with rubberized handles for easy gripping.
While there are plenty of creepy crawlies that gardeners aren't so happy to see in their beds, this insect hotel helps provide shelter to the most bloom-beneficial bugs.
Each of the holes and slats is conducive to housing various insects like butterflies, bees, ladybugs, and lacewings.
How many plants is too many? The limit does not exist! The Sill's monthly subscription service is a gardening gift that will supply them with a new plant and ceramic planter every month, so they can keep the green stuff growing.
If they can empty a wine bottle as quickly as they can buy one, this hydroponic kit is a gardening gift and self-watering solution that simply requires some sun.
To grow, fill the bottle up with some water, plug the neck with a smart soil capsule, drop in some seeds, and find a bright spot. They'll have edible flowers or herbs blooming in no time!
Your gardening bestie can create an environment that's supportive to bees — as well as other pollinators like butterflies and even hummingbirds — for an entire season by spreading these wildflower mixes in 1-square-foot patches around their garden. These cute push-pops contain a blend of seeds for nutrient-rich blooms that those buzzy pollinators love.
This sleek, multifaceted watering can from Garden Glory transforms a basic gardening tool into a total showstopper.
Its minimalist design makes it a chic indoor accent when not in use, while a large 8-liter capacity will efficiently carry enough water to satiate most thirsty plants.
This gardening gift is truly sweet! Not only are these blooming lollipops naturally flavored with creative botanical combos (like yummy lavender-lemongrass and strawberry-basil), but their sticks are also filled with seeds that'll grow an ingredient included in each variety.
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Plant-Powered Pampering
Crabtree & Evelyn The Gardeners Sweet Dreams Overnight Mask
The Sweet Dreams Overnight Mask from Crabtree & Evelyn is a wondrous gardening gift to treat the most hardworking person you know. It contains natural coconut, Chinese cucumber, and alfalfa complex that sumptuously moisturize and hydrate overnight.
Perfect for the plant-loving planner, this waterproof log book offers plenty of room to record their work in the garden.
It includes a 5-year grid that's great for keeping track of annual garden cycles, as well as several journal pages ideal for diagramming planting plans.
If your favorite plant enthusiast is itching to go outside and get their green on during the off-season, Click and Grow's indoor herb garden is a gardening gift that gives them the right tools to grow fresh herbs and veggies year-round.
It comes with a supply of basil pods and can grow up to three plants at once. The system is self-watering and features lights that automatically turn on and off (meaning maintenance is limited), so your recipient only needs to focus on reaping the benefits.
Collect an entire backyard harvest in one easy trip with this gorgeous market backpack from Terrain. This gardening gift is handwoven from sustainable palm leaves, and it features adjustable leather straps that'll evenly disperse the load of produce on their back.
This powder-coated aluminum hose butler securely anchors into place and provides a more elegant solution for stowing a garden hose.
This handsome, flourish-accented gardening gift does away with winding mechanisms (that tend to rust or break after prolonged exposure to the elements) in favor of a simple rack that they can hand-wind their garden hose around — once they're done using it.
Melanie YatesSenior Home Decor EditorMelanie is the senior home decor editor of Best Products, where she's been researching and testing out home and bedding products since 2015 — her work can also be found on House Beautiful and Women's Health.
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