Shopping for a plant lover can feel tricky. They already have the monstera, the grow light and a shelf of pothos cuttings in jars. Another plant might not fit on the windowsill, and you never know which ones they already own.
The good news: you don't need to spend much to make a plant person happy. The best gifts celebrate what they love without adding another thing to water. Every idea below is $25 or less, designed and illustrated by the Plant Scouts team, and made for people who talk to their plants (we won't tell).
Whether you're shopping for a plant mom, a plant dad, a gardener friend or a coworker with a desk jungle, here are 25 gifts that are sure to grow on them.
Jewelry and Hats for Plant Lovers
1. Birth Flower Necklace ($22)
A Marigold Necklace, the October birth flower, is a gift that feels personal without a big price tag. Pick their birth month from our birth flower collection, from the January Snowdrop to the November Peony.
2. Monstera Leaf Necklace ($22)
For the friend who named their monstera. The Monstera Leaf Necklace is dainty enough to wear every day.
3. Mushroom Pendant Necklace ($22)
Mushrooms are having a moment, and this Mushroom Pendant Necklace is perfect for forest walkers and cottagecore fans.
4. Plant Lady Hat ($25)
She already knows she's a plant lady. Now everyone else will too. The Plant Lady Hat is embroidered and great for nursery runs.
5. Plant Daddy Hat ($25)
Plant dads are hard to shop for. The Plant Daddy Hat in green makes it easy. It also comes in cream.
6. Hoeing Ain't Easy Hat ($25)
For the gardener with a sense of humor. The Hoeing Ain't Easy Hat keeps the sun off during long weekends in the veggie beds.
7. Mushroom Embroidered Hat ($25)
The Mushroom Embroidered Hat is a fun pick for hikers, foragers and anyone who stops to look at every toadstool.
Enamel Pins and Keychains
8. Soil Therapy Enamel Pin ($13)
Every plant lover knows that digging in the dirt is cheaper than therapy. The Soil Therapy Enamel Pin says it for them on a jacket, bag or apron.
9. Monstera Variegated Pin ($13)
Variegated monsteras can cost hundreds of dollars. This Monstera Variegated Pin is the affordable version, and it never needs repotting.
10. Snowdrop Flower Enamel Pin ($12)
Snowdrops bloom in winter and stand for hope, which makes the Snowdrop Flower Enamel Pin a thoughtful holiday gift.
11. Snow Globe Cabin Enamel Pin ($13)
Cozy and wintery, the Snow Globe Cabin Enamel Pin fits right in a stocking.
12. Plant Van Keychain ($16)
For the friend who drives home from the nursery with the back seat full. The Plant Van Keychain is a fun nod to every plant haul.
13. Pilea Enamel Keychain ($16)
The pilea, also called the friendship plant, is famous for being shared with friends. The Pilea Enamel Keychain is a sweet gift for a best friend.
14. Stromanthe Triostar Keychain ($16)
Pink, cream and green, the Stromanthe Triostar Keychain is for the collector who loves colorful leaves.
Home and Desk Gifts
15. Monstera Suncatcher ($11)
Suncatchers throw little rainbows across the room when sunlight hits them. The Monstera Suncatcher sticks right on a sunny window, next to the real plants.
16. Potted Plant Suncatcher ($11)
The Potted Plant Suncatcher adds a plant to the window that will never get root rot.
17. Tropical Plants Notebook ($10)
A spiral, lined notebook is perfect as a plant journal for tracking watering, repotting and new leaves. Try the Tropical Plants Notebook or the Dark House Plants Notebook.
18. House Plants Lined Notepad ($5)
For grocery lists and "water the ferns" reminders. The House Plants Lined Notepad is a useful gift for a desk or the fridge.
19. Cats and Plants Tote Bag ($20)
Cats and plants: two things plant people love, though not always together. The Cats and Plants Tote Bag is great for farmers markets and plant swaps.
20. House Plant Love Tote Bag ($20)
The House Plant Love Tote Bag is roomy enough to carry home a new plant or two.
21. Sunflower Bliss Tote Bag ($20)
A little sunshine for winter. The Sunflower Bliss Tote Bag is cheerful for the flower lover in your life.
Stocking Stuffers Under $10
22. Buy More Plants Sticker ($3.50)
It's not bad advice. The Buy More Plants Sticker goes on a laptop, water bottle or watering can.
23. Plant Lady Sticker ($3.50)
The Plant Lady Sticker features a polka dot begonia. Bundle a few stickers together from our sticker collection for an easy stocking stuffer.
24. Plant Mom Greeting Card ($4.50)
Add the Plant Mom Greeting Card to any gift and make it extra personal.
25. Christmas Sock Greeting Card ($4.50)
The Christmas Sock Greeting Card is a festive way to send holiday wishes to a plant friend.
How to Choose a Gift for a Plant Lover
- Think about their favorite plant. Monstera fan, succulent collector or mushroom forager? Pick a design that matches the plant they talk about most.
- Skip the live plant if you're unsure. Plant people are picky about light, space and which varieties they already own. A botanical gift never needs watering and never clashes with their collection.
- Make it personal with birth flowers. A birth flower necklace or pin turns a small gift into something meaningful.
- Match their daily life. Gardeners get use out of hats and totes. Desk workers love notebooks, notepads and stickers. Pin collectors always have room on their jacket.
- Bundle small gifts. A pin, two stickers and a card make a thoughtful gift set for about $25.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a good gift for someone who loves plants?
Good gifts for plant lovers celebrate their hobby without adding more plant care. Botanical jewelry, enamel pins, plant themed hats, tote bags, suncatchers and plant journals are all popular choices for $25 or less.
What do you get a plant lover who has everything?
Try something personal, like a birth flower necklace, or something that shows off their favorite plant, like a monstera or pilea keychain. Botanical accessories are easy to add to any collection.
Is it a good idea to give a live plant as a gift?
It can be, but it's risky. The person may not have the right light or space, or may already own it. A botanical gift is a safer choice that still shows you know what they love.
What are good stocking stuffers for gardeners?
Stickers, enamel pins, notepads, suncatchers and greeting cards all fit in a stocking and cost under $15. Our gifts under $15 collection has plenty more ideas.
What is a good gift for a plant mom or plant dad?
Our Plant Lady and Plant Daddy hats are made for exactly this. You can also browse the For The Plant Mom and For The Plant Daddy collections.
Find the Perfect Gift for Your Plant Person
A small gift can mean a lot when it shows you know what someone loves. Every design at Plant Scouts is illustrated with plant people in mind, so you can find something for everyone on your list.
Orders over $35 ship free in the US, so mix and match a few gifts and save. Holiday mail gets busy in December, so we recommend ordering by early December to make sure your gifts arrive in time.
Looking for something a little bigger? Browse our gifts under $50.
