The Best Gifts for Gardeners
I’m into my fifth season of gardening and I’m ALL IN – and can’t get enough it seems! Besides trying to figure out what and how much to grow each season, I’m also still always looking at chic and stylish gardening accessories. I mean, who wouldn’t be?! Now with some experience under my belt, I’m willing to bet these are the best gifts for gardeners (newbie to pro).
What started with three small pots our summer here, grew to 5 and then 8 before we installed raised cedar planter beds and got landscaping – with drip irrigation I can control on an app! Mind Blown.
Now to just figure out how to grow garlic since I love it and it’s a great pest deterrent.
As I start growing more and more things, however, that means my hands get fuller sooner and I have more things to bring into the kitchen to enjoy.
Every season (months ahead of time), I’m picking out all the goods for many more beds, pots, plants, and trees in my future (not to mention heirloom seeds). I often rein it in, with little room to spare, but now I have experience and LOVE all the following items (along with a few on my wishlist).
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Best Gifts for Gardeners
Best Pruning Shears – Must Have Gardening Accessory
I’ve been using a pair of pruning shears my mom lent me years ago. I was on the hunt for a new pair and my local nursery – The Plant Foundry – had these Felco pruning shears.
In fact this is the only brand of shears they sell. And after some online research, most everyone agrees these are the best. They’re great and available in different sizes as well as varying grip (great for stronger and not-as-strong hands).
Garden Scissors
Aren’t these gardening scissors/flower shears the cutest? They’re great for the delicate stems of herbs and flowers! And if they show up in a photo now and then, you won’t be disappointed!
Gathering Basket
A “gathering-something” is mandatory when you start to get larger “hauls” from the garden. Etsy has many great options for a gathering basket, but I’d encourage you to look second hand for baskets. They’re a common item donated and can be used in so many ways!
I love them for my outdoor table decor in the summer and my natural home decor in fall!
Chic Compost Bin
Moving things inside. If you’re composting at home (with a pile, a rotating barrel, through the city, or electrically like us at the moment), having a compost bin is a necessity. But many aren’t pretty and they can let odors become an issue. I like ones that have replaceable carbon filters in the lid – like this stylish stainless steel pail.
These compostable bags (as well as trash bags and ziploc bags) are my go to for home and city composting!
Electric Composter
And finally my electric composter. I FREAKIN’ LOVE THIS THING! You can read my compost machine review for the full rundown on our easy home composting. We just add in the “foodilizer” to our soil a few weeks before planting and it’s all ready to go – no issues.
We’re going to do a little experimenting between garden beds/pots to see what differences it makes! This gadget is such a fun way to embrace sustainable living without all the work!
Herb Drying Rack
Whether you’re planting herbs just because you love to eat them up or you’re using them as a natural pest deterrent, having an elegant and understated herb drying rack seems essential!
See how easy it is to dry fresh herbs – how to dry fresh basil!
Etsy has a slew of options in various materials and sizes. Read here about how to shop locally on Etsy – if you can!
Long Pruning Gloves
If you’ve ever had to get involved in a plant that’s doing well, you know standard gardening gloves just don’t cut it sometimes!
My sister got long pruning gloves for my mom and I drooled at them. You have to wear in the leather seams a bit, but they’re a great way to keep your hands and arms protected! These leather pruning gloves are a dream come true for rose bushes to lemon trees alike! Possibly the best gifts for gardeners!
Gift Cards to Local Nurseries
And, when it doubt, support local by getting a gift card to a local nursery. I’ve had family far away order me gift cards from my local garden store and I just recently did it for family in Idaho. Call them up to make it happen!
Best Gifts for Gardeners
- garden scissors/shears
- pruning shears
- gathering basket
- compost pail
- electric composter
- herb drying rack
- long pruning gloves
- gift card to local nursery
See our updated garden with cedar planter beds!
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