Rediscover the magic of the holiday season with living gifts that are thoughtful, sustainable, and will grow for years to come!
Gifting a plant for the holidays is the perfect way to show your family and friends that you care. Plants enrich and excite every day of the year, making them the ultimate gift that keeps on giving. If you’re looking for a unique, sustainable alternative to traditional gift giving, we have a pulled together our 7 Best Plants to gift to anyone on your list! From romantics to lovers of modern design, there’s a plant for everyone.
Finish off the look with a beautiful pot, or check out our blog for more creative ways to gift a plant this holiday season!
1. Citrus
GREAT FOR: FOODIES, FRAGRANCE LOVERS, CONTAINER GARDENERS
Citrus is a delicious, nutritious, and unexpected gift! During the Winter, these stunning plants have fragrant blooms, glossy foliage, and of course, tasty fruits. Your favorite chef or foodie will love using their homegrown citrus fruits in cocktails, salads, and desserts. The best, most versatile and sweet citrus is Meyer Lemon, while more advanced palates may appreciate other easy-to-grow options like Kumquats!
Learn everything you need to know about growing Citrus on our blog or in store from one of our gardening experts.
2. Dwarf Conifer
GREAT FOR: DESIGN ENTHUSIASTS, CONTAINER GARDENERS
Dwarf conifers make a chic and unique gift for anyone with an eye for design. These architecturally interesting plants can be grown in containers or in the landscape, and there are so many gorgeous options to choose from. From rich greens and electric-lime greens to soft, powdery blues, the colors and textures of these evergreen plants complement any garden. We particularly love to gift Dwarf Hinoki Cypress because of their soft texture and multi-dimensional colors!
For more information on finding the best dwarf conifer this holiday season, visit our blog!
3. Evergreen Magnolia
GREAT FOR: CONTAINER GARDENERS, ROMANTICS, MAXIMALISTS
Evergreen Magnolias make perfect statement trees, whether showcased in courtyard containers or planted in the landscape. Their intense, large leaves are two-toned with glossy deep green tops and fuzzy brown undersides for an engaging look up close or from a distance. And best of all, our staff’s #1 favorite tree blooms with incredibly fragrant, creamy white flowers all Summer long!
Find out growing Magnolias in small gardens on our blog!
4. Hellebore
GREAT FOR: NEW GARDENERS, ROMANTICS, CONTAINER GARDENERS
Hellebores are the sparkling stars of Winter gardens and containers, and make a perfect blooming holiday gift! While they are available in a range of flower colors and styles, white blooms like ‘Jacob’ make an especially striking and timely seasonal impression. Plus, these evergreen plants are incredibly low-maintenance and are well-suited to a range of gardening styles.
Learn more about Hellebores in the Winter garden on our blog!
5. Gardenia
GREAT FOR: FRAGRANCE LOVERS, ROMANTICS, CONTAINER GARDENERS
Gardenias bloom in the Summer with a heady, nostalgic fragrance that is sure to delight. While these evergreen plants are beautiful all Winter, they are the perfect gift for anyone who loves to use their garden or patio to entertain during the Summer. Gardenias are ideal for full-sun spaces where their intoxicating Summer perfume can be enjoyed.
Learn more about Gardenias and other fragrant Summer plants on our blog!
6. Staghorn Fern
GREAT FOR: MODERN DESIGN ENTHUSIASTS, INDOOR & SMALL-SPACE GARDENERS
Fuzzy, paddle-shaped leaves lend Staghorn Ferns a prehistoric, yet oddly elegant, appearance. These unusual grey-green houseplants make the perfect gift for anyone who wants to take a design-forward, sculptural approach to their houseplants. Plus, Staghorn Ferns are incredibly versatile and can be mounted on the wall or grown in a pot in low-light settings.
Staghorns are easy to grow and vastly underused, which is why they top the list of underappreciated houseplants in our blog post!
7. Aglaonema
GREAT FOR: MAXIMALISTS, INDOOR GARDENERS, NEW GARDENERS
Aglaonemas, or Chinese Evergreens, are large, easy to grow, and make phenomenal gifts for anyone with a bold design aesthetic. These indoor plants have eye-catching, patterned leaves that display stripes, spots, and even bright pink coloration, depending on the variety. Pair one with a pot that complements the look of the leaves, and you can’t go wrong!
Learn how to grow these low-maintenance houseplants over on our blog of 7 Underappreciated Houseplants!
When you give someone the gift of a plant this holiday season, you’re giving them a something that will bring cheer and grow for years to come! Find unique, healthy plants, gorgeous pottery, thoughtful cards, and everything you need to give a meaningful gift at all of our Portland-area garden centers.