You've either got it, or you don't. A green thumb, for those who happen to be blessed with one, opens up a whole world of gorgeous greenery, brimming with endless plant possibilities. And whether you've got a budding botanist or a plant-rearing professional in your life, you know that they take caring for their leafy green friends very seriously — so be sure to help them out this season by giving one or two of this year's best gifts for plant lovers, guaranteed to make any gardening groupie happy.
Over the past several years, millennials have given rise to a veritable houseplant renaissance. Thanks the easy-to-care-for (and relatively low-commitment) nature of these verdant little pot-dwelling pet alternatives, plants are now one of the most popular decorative features in many a millennial home. Fresh greenery adds a lively pop of color to any space, actually helps purify the air in your home, and won't chew on your brand new designer shoes that you splurged on this season. Basically, it has become overwhelmingly obvious that plants are the perfect addition to literally any space.
And for the loved one who has clearly already figured that out (she's got a staggeringly tall fiddle leaf fig plant in her living room, and no less than a dozen succulents strewn about her bedroom), there's no better way to show your love this holiday season than to give a gift that helps her greenery thrive. Whether it's a new addition to an ever-growing green family, or accessories that'll keep plants going strong, there's no shortage of options out there.
If your friend has just discovered her green thumb, help her get a plant collection off the ground with a unique and exciting gift: a plant subscription. The Sill, an all-things plant life brand, offers a $35 per month plant subscription service for those looking to assemble an assortment of greenery. Each month, a new plant is sent directly to their home in a different collectible pot. Before they know it, they'll have their own indoor greenhouse.
Your dedicated plant-lady loved one will be pleased to receive gorgeous new pots or planters for her greens that are growing like gangbusters. Look for unique pieces she won't have seen before, that'll be as pretty as they are practical to add flair to her home. This navy and white pot from Lulu & Georgia, $38, will pop in a kitchen or bathroom, and Urban Outfitter's boho rattan hanging planter, $89, is ideal for a vintage-inspired bedroom.
For the loved one who, try as she may, can't seem to keep anything green alive, gift plant-inspired decorative pieces. These brass cactuses, $24 from West Elm, are desert-glam and add a dose of plant life charm, without the need for water and direct sunlight. Or, fill an empty space on her wall with a bold print featuring her favorite plant. This framed print from Urban Outfitters, $129, provides a pop of lush green color.
Whether you're looking to gift the expert-level plant lover or the novice greenery grower in your life, you'll find that there are options out there as numerous as the varieties of houseplants themselves. Browse below for some of the best gifts to inspire and excite the green thumb you love this holiday season.
