A Gift Fit for a Gardener

A Gift Fit for a Gardener




Giving gifts by interest isn't always as easy as it sounds. So
often the person has just about everything they want in that
category, and so more stuff in that area is hard to find. They
either have a better one or don't want it most of the time.

Fortunately, sometimes you can get around that, especially for
gardeners. You just have to figure it out.

The obvious gift for a gardener is a plant. The right plant
depends on what type of gardening they enjoy.

Some strongly prefer roses, for example. If you want to give the
gift of a rose bush to a rose lover, you will want to pick very
carefully. Look at the varieties the person is growing right
now. If there's a strong preference for a particular type or
color, that is something you will want to keep in mind. Maybe
you can find a somewhat unusual rose bush for them that would go
well in the garden.

Bonsai would be another option, rather than giving something
meant to be planted outside. There are many beautiful varieties
of bonsai out there, from trees to bushes to flowering plants.

Bonsai are often kept indoors, and certainly aren't meant to be
planted in the ground. That goes against the very definition of
bonsai. So as a way to bring just a bit of the garden indoors in
an elegant way, bonsai may be perfect.

When giving plants, paying attention to what type of garden is
being grown is key. Succulents or cacti for someone who loves to
grow them, bulbs for the flower gardener and so forth.

Of course, tools and gardening books may be given as well. The
challenge is in knowing what is needed.

For books, if you can check on their shelves you can figure out
what types of gardening books they already have. No point in
buying one they already own or not on a topic they enjoy, after
all. Similarly, you'll want to check out their tool selection
before trying to buy gardening tools.

If you want your gift to really stand out, think about a bench
that would look nice in the garden. The best material and design
will depend on the type of garden and what else is in there.
Many people love wooden benches, even fairly simple ones, but
others do prefer a classic looking concrete bench.

Your favorite gardener may not be the easiest person to shop for
sometimes, so give yourself enough shopping time to allow
inspiration to strike. You never know when the idea for the
perfect gift may appear. Good luck with your gift selection.