80+ Awesome Gifts For Gardeners

1. TOOL BAG

Everyone needs a way to organize and carry their tools while working and moving around their yard. This tool tote bag isn’t just functional, it’s cute too. The pockets on the outside are great for hand tools and pruners, but also perfect for stashing their phone or keys.

2. TILLER/CULTIVATOR

This small cultivator is excellent for any garden, and easy to handle. Great for breaking up the soil in new or existing beds, and mixing in compost and other amendments. It works for small or large plots, and can even be easily lifted into raised beds.

3. COLLAPSABLE WASTE BAG

They need somewhere to put the leaves, clippings, and weeds as they work, and this yard waste bag is the perfect solution. It’s lightweight, durable and portable, with a drawstring on top and a weighted bottom so it stays upright. It also has drainage holes for less mess. When it’s not in use, it folds down to a compact size for easy storage.

4. LARGE WATERING CAN

This sleek looking watering can is lightweight yet very durable and won’t leak or drip. It holds up to 2 gallons, and makes irrigating containers and the garden quick and easy.

5. LARGE UTILITY TUB

There are so many uses for a large utility tub, they’ll wonder why they never thought of buying this gift for themselves. They can use it for mixing soil, soaking plants, collecting yard waste, hauling tools and plants… the list goes on and on.

6. GARDEN SHOES

Forget wearing old tennis shoes, a pair of high quality gardening clogs are a game changer – and Sloggers are the best ones out there. They’re comfortable to wear, and waterproof. No more wet or muddy feet. Plus they slide off and on easily when coming in and out of the house, I absolutely love mine.

7. DUMP CART

This dump cart is perfect for hauling dirt, compost, mulch, plants, pots… and anything else a gardener needs to lug around the yard. The quick-release dump feature makes for fast unloading. The large pneumatic tires and padded handle makes it easy to pull heavy loads.

8. DECORATIVE BIRD HOUSE

Not only are birds fun to watch, they are beneficial to have around because they eat the bad bugs on our plants. They will adore this thoughtful present, and so will their feathered friends. This decorative bird house is colorful and adorable too.

9. HIDEAWAY HOSE REEL

Hoses can be clunky to work with and look ugly when they’re left in a random pile, which makes a hose reel such a practical gift for any gardener. This one looks nice, and will help extend the life of their hose. Plus, the base swivels and stakes to the ground to make reeling in the hose much easier.

10. HOSE GUIDES

Running a hose through the yard can quickly become a pain when they have to stop every few seconds to make sure none of their plants are being crushed. These guides help by protecting the plants and flowers from being damaged by the hose, and also keep it straight so it reels out smoother.

11. HARVESTING BASKET

A must for anyone who grows food or likes to collect cut flowers. This harvesting basket has a handle that makes it easy to hold onto, and it’s deep enough for large fruits and veggies. Plus, it looks great so they can just put it right on the kitchen counter for storing their fresh produce until they’re ready to use it.

12. CUTE GARDEN STAKES

Gardeners love adding fun and colorful decorations to their beds. These decorative stakes aren’t just cute gifts, they’re functional too. They can be used in pots or in the yard for staking plants, or simply for decoration.

13. PLANT CLIPS

A practical and thoughtful present, these clips make it super easy to attach vines and branches to a trellis or other support. Plant clips are much easier to use and gentler than twine or string, they are reusable, and they look nice too.

14. DECORATIVE OBELISK

Give your favorite gardener a gift that’s both functional and beautiful. They’re sure to fall in love with this obelisk, and it will look fantastic in their yard too. Perfect for trellising vining plants, supporting flowers or vegetables, or simply standing on its own as a decorative element.

15. SPADING FORK

This spading fork is something most people never think to buy for themselves. It’s great for turning the compost pile, spreading mulch, working the soil, breaking up hard ground, or digging up plants – you name it. Heck, they might even trade in their spade shovel once they see how useful this tool is, I know I have.

16. TOOL STORAGE CABINET

Every gardener needs a place to store their tools and supplies. This tall cabinet works great and will keep everything organized in one place. Plus it’s heavy duty, and strong enough to hold larger items like bags of dirt or fertilizer, and it looks nice too.

17. CORONA HAND PRUNERS

No gardener can live without basic hand pruners, and trust me, we always need several pairs of them. This is the perfect all-around pruner. It’s great for trimming most types of plants with thick or thin branches, and this is a good quality brand that will last for many years.

18. GIANT KNEELING PAD

This is not your average flimsy kneeling pad. It’s much thicker, larger, and more durable than any other kneeler I’ve ever used, and it’s by far my favorite. Plus, it’s lightweight and easy to carry around.

19. LONG HANDLED WATERING WAND

A long handled water wand is an excellent solution for those hard-to-reach plants. It’s great for watering hanging baskets, but also makes it easier to reach garden beds and potted plants without having to bend down.

20. DIGITAL HOSE TIMER

Digital hose timers are so easy to set up, and make watering pots, the garden, or the lawn completely hands-off. They simply need to plug it in, set the watering interval and the duration, and voilà. They will no longer need to worry about whether or not they watered their plants. It’s a game changer and makes a wonderful gift.

21. VERTICAL VEGETABLES

Vertical Vegetables is the secret to making the most of your space; when you grow upward rather than outward, you will double or triple the yield. Bigger yields per square foot is awesome, but vertical gardens also offer opportunities that go beyond the purely functional – they can be beautiful too! This book is packed with important information, including lists of veggies and fruits, gorgeous DIY projects, planting and maintenance tips, and so much more.

22. THE BACKYARD GARDENER

A beautiful and simple guide to growing flowers, herbs, and vegetables. Focusing on sustainable, organic practices and plants, The Backyard Gardener is a comprehensive handbook that will help get you started. It covers everything from soil selection to maintenance and harvesting.

23. HIGH-YIELD VEGETABLE GARDENING

High-Yield Vegetable Gardening shows you how you can make your food plot much more productive, no matter how big or small it is. You’ll learn the secrets for preparing the soil, selecting and rotating crops, and mapping out a specific customized plan to make the most of your space and your growing season.

24. THE GARDEN PRIMER

The most comprehensive, entertaining, down-to-earth one-volume gardening reference ever. Now this beloved classic is revised front-to-back. The new edition has gone 100% organic, and also completely accessible. It reflects the latest research on plants, soils, tools, and techniques.

25. WEEK-BY-WEEK VEGETABLE GARDENER’S HANDBOOK

Whether you’re a seasoned grower determined to increase crop yields, or starting your very first plot, The Week-by-Week Vegetable Gardener’s Handbook will help you manage your schedule and prioritize what’s important.

26. THE VEGETABLE GARDENER’S BIBLE

This legendary high-yield gardening method emphasizes wide rows, organic methods, raised beds, and deep soil. Succeed with fussy plants, try new and unusual varieties, and learn how to innovatively extend your growing season.

27. COMPOST TUMBLER BIN

Anyone who grows organically absolutely needs a compost bin to make their own black gold. It’s nature’s fertilizer, and helps replenish the nutrients the soil needs to continue to produce delicious organic fruits and vegetables. This one is super easy to use, and makes both the coveted black gold as well as compost tea.

28. COMPOST STARTER

Compost starter contains natural microorganisms that help to begin, and also to speed up the composting process. It’s the perfect gift for the organic gardener who is just getting started, or anyone who is an avid composter.

29. COMPOST THERMOMETER

Heat is important for the success of backyard composting, so this thermometer would make an excellent present to get any organic gardener. It has a nice long stem (20 inches), and an easy-to-read temperature gauge that goes from 40°F to 180°F. The dial is color-coded and fog-resistant, and the whole device is waterproof and durable.

30. COMPOST TEA BAGS

One of the best fertilizers to use is liquid compost tea. It provides many essential nutrients to the plants much faster, and helps build the microbial populations in the soil too. These tea bags contain all-natural compost, and make it very easy for gardeners to brew their own organic plant food.

31. KITCHEN COMPOST PAIL

Most gardeners use an ugly plastic bucket to collect their kitchen waste for composting, so this cute metal one would be a very thoughtful gift. This 1 gallon pail contains a carbon filter that helps to control odors. The outside has a very attractive stainless steel finish, meaning that keeping it in the kitchen won’t be an eyesore. Plus the heavy-duty handle makes it simple to carry it out to the compost heap.

32. RAIN BARREL

The best type of water to use on both indoor and outdoor plants is rainwater, and every gardener should have a rain barrel. It’s quick to hook this one up to any gutter so they can start collecting rainwater right away. The spout at the bottom attaches to a standard hose to make irrigating plants or filling their watering can easy.

33. WORM COMPOSTING SYSTEM

This worm factory would be the ultimate gift for any organic gardener. With this system, worm composting can be done anywhere – indoors or out. This self-contained composting factory is the real deal, and comes with everything they need to get started (except for the worms), including full instructions.

34. WIGGLER WORMS

Worms may seem like an unusual idea, but trust me, they would be a fantastic present. They’re an important part of making sure the soil is healthy, and an essential addition to any composting system – indoors or out – making plants healthier and the roots stronger.

35. WORM CASTINGS

Worm castings are an excellent organic plant food. There’s nothing more natural than using earthworm castings (aka worm poop) as fertilizer. This organic fertilizer is odor-free and non-toxic, and can be used indoors or outdoors for anything from houseplants to fruits, flowers, and vegetables, in both garden beds and containers.

36. FISH EMULSION

Plants love fish emulsion, and it’s an excellent organic fertilizer. Using this fish and seaweed blend will increase the amount of fruits and vegetables that plants produce, and also help them grow stronger, more beautiful flowers. Plus it works great to give seedlings a boost too.

37. SEED SPROUTER

Growing edible sprouts for salads and other recipes is super easy with this kit, and they can use it year-round right on the kitchen counter. This is an excellent gift for any gardener, but especially for those who want to start growing food indoors. Be sure to also get them some organic sprouting seeds so they can try it out right away.

38. MASON BEE HOUSE

Bees are an important part of organic gardening, and everyone wants to help save them. Mason bees are a non-stinging variety known for being amazing pollinators. This bee house is made of natural bamboo, and provides a safe place for them to call home. Make it a set by including some mason bee house attractant and a book about mason bees.

39. FLOATING ROW COVERS

Floating row covers are excellent for people who garden organically. Rather than spraying synthetic insecticides, these row covers work as a physical barrier to protect plants from harmful bugs. They’re also great in the spring and fall to keep frost from ruining sensitive plants, and are very lightweight so the air and water can still get in, but the bugs can’t.

40. SOIL TESTING KIT

A healthy and productive garden starts with good soil. We need to test the soil regularly to ensure it’s got all of the nutrients our plants need to thrive. This inexpensive kit will allow them to test all the important components in their soil right at home. The test kit comes with detailed instructions and tips for improving the soil too.

41. ORGANIC VEGETABLE SEEDS

This gift set of 10 seed packets contains organic seeds they can use to start a basic vegetable garden. It includes beefsteak tomatoes, broccoli, beans, cucumber, radishes, sugar snap peas, carrots, and roma tomatoes. All of the classics for beginners and experts alike.

42. PAPER PLANT POT MAKER

Making paper pots for seed starting or planting seedlings is a great way to be eco-friendly and upcycle trash. Since the pots will be biodegradable, they can plant them right into the garden without the risk of damaging delicate seedlings. This handy gadget is fun and easy to use, and can make 3 different sized paper pots.

43. STAND UP WEEDING TOOL

Weeding is a necessary evil for gardeners, so why not get them a tool that makes it much easier (and saves their back). This stand up weeder is ideal for permanently removing tough weeds and their deep roots from vegetable and flower beds or the lawn.

44. DIATOMACEOUS EARTH

Diatomaceous Earth (DE) is an all-natural product that works great to control or get rid of pest insects, and it’s essential for organic gardeners. This one includes a duster (a tool they can use to make spreading the DE much easier). Otherwise, you could buy the duster separately to give as a present by itself.

45. BIRDHOUSES

Birdhouses make the best gardening gifts because, not only are they super cute, they’re great for organic pest control. Birds are wonderful predators that feed on the caterpillars, beetles, and other bad bugs that attack plants. This set of three houses is adorable, and they’re made out of all-natural materials.

46. EXCALIBUR FOOD DEHYDRATOR

Any gardener that grows their own food would be thrilled to get a food dehydrator. The Excalibur is the top of the line, and the best one you can buy. Trust me, they will not expect this, but will absolutely love it. I use mine all the time.

47. WORMS EAT MY GARBAGE

Worms Eat My Garbage is the definitive guide to vermicomposting, a process using redworms to recycle food waste into nutrient-rich fertilizer for plants. This book has complete illustrated instructions on setting up and maintaining small-scale worm composting systems. Topics include: bin types, worm species, reproduction, care and feeding, harvesting, and how to make the finished product of potting soil.

48. MASON BEE REVOLUTION

Mason Bee Revolution explains how docile, hard-working, solitary mason bees (and their compatriots, the leafcutter bees) are even more productive pollinators than honeybees, and keeping them can be a fun, easy, backyard hobby for gardeners, conservationists, foodies, and families everywhere.

49. LASAGNA GARDENING

Turn in your tiller for a stack of old newspapers! Replace your shovel with a layer of grass clippings! This book will show you how you can create lush, successful, easy-care gardens in practically any location without hours of backbreaking digging. Includes specific “lasagna” techniques for the most popular vegetables, flowers, herbs, fruits, and more.

50. THE ORGANIC GARDENER’S HANDBOOK OF NATURAL PEST AND DISEASE CONTROL

With growing consumer awareness about the dangers of chemical pesticides and fungicides, this book contains a wide range of methods for maintaining an organic garden. There are also photos of common and recently introduced pests, so you can quickly identify whether you’ve discovered friend or foe and what action, if any, you should take.

51. LET IT ROT!: THE GARDENER’S GUIDE TO COMPOSTING

Transform leaves, grass, and kitchen scraps into gardener’s gold! This easy-to-use guide shows you how to turn household garbage and backyard refuse into nutrient-filled compost that can nourish your soil and promote a thriving environment. You’ll soon be saving money, minimizing waste, and enjoying bountiful harvests.

52. HOW TO GET STARTED WITH YOUR OWN ORGANIC VEGETABLE GARDEN

Are you looking for a comprehensive guide that will help you set up your own organic vegetable garden? This book will give you a crash course on what it takes to get started. It also contains information on plants, soil, tools, as well as troubleshooting tips.

53. BUG-FREE ORGANIC GARDENING: CONTROLLING PEST INSECTS WITHOUT CHEMICALS

Put down those harmful sprays and learn about natural pest control. Take care of aphids, slogs, Japanese Beetles, Tomato and Tobacco Hornworms, and all the other bad bugs that might be infesting your garden or backyard.

54. NO FAIL PLANS FOR AN ORGANIC GARDEN

With handy tips on enriching soil, planting schedules, watering, fighting pests, and more, you’ll quickly discover how easy it is to enjoy your own homegrown vegetables.

55. HOW TO START A WORM BIN

This contains everything you need to get started with worm composting in one easy-to-read book. You will learn what type of composting worms to buy, how to construct a bin, maintain the right environment, and foster a thriving herd. Plus troubleshooting and FAQ sections to cover the rest of the info you need.

56. THE COMPLETE COMPOST GARDENING GUIDE

Develop mature black gold right in your garden by learning this six-way system that will have you rethinking how you create and use your compost. Your plot will become a nourishing and organic environment that encourages growth and sustainability and requires minimal tending, weeding, and mulching, so you can do less back-breaking work for the same lush, beautiful results.

57. VEGETABLE STORAGE & DRYING RACK

This harvest storage rack is beautiful, and the perfect way for gardeners to store their potatoes, squash, apples, onions, and other crops for the winter. It’s also great for drying herbs and flowers, so they can use it year-round.

58. HORI HORI KNIFE

This knife is the perfect gift for the gardener who has everything, because most people don’t have one. It’s great for everything from weeding to digging small holes or cutting open bags of soil, and so much more.

59. COBRAHEAD WEEDER

I have never had a garden weeding tool as amazing as this one (and I have used a LOT of them). It can dig through any soil without a fight, and makes it super easy to rip out pesky weeds and grass all the way down to the roots. This fantastic weeder is developed by people with many years of experience, and is very high quality.

60. HUMMINGBIRD FEEDER

This hummingbird feeder is the best of the best, and would be an excellent gift for any gardener, even if they seem to have everything. It’s easy to fill and clean, holds 12 ounces, and has 4 feeding areas. Best of all, there are covers over the feeding holes to keep wasps away (my favorite part about it), and a built-in ant moat.

61. CAST IRON HOSE GUIDES

Using guides for the hose will keep it from getting into unwanted areas, avoid frustration and tangles, and prevent it from crushing plants. These sturdy metal ones are built to last, and are decorative yet useful pieces.

62. ALL-IN-ONE TOOL SHARPENER

Every gardener knows that our tools get dull with use, and that’s why everyone should have a sharpener. This one works for sharpening all types of hand tools, as well as knives and scissors. It’s a must-have item and would make a very thoughtful present.

63. WOODEN GARDEN TRUG

Any gardener would love to have a beautiful trug to use for collecting and carrying their fresh bounty. This large wooden one is perfect for harvesting and bringing all of their fruits and vegetables into the house, and it’s also nice for displaying them on the counter.

64. DRIP IRRIGATION WATERING KIT

One of the biggest struggles that gardeners have is keeping up on watering their plants. Giving them a drip irrigation system as a git will be a game changer for them, and they will love you for thinking of it. This one can be set up in under 30 minutes, and can water up to 8 plants at once.

65. CEDAR POTTING BENCH

If you ask me, a potting bench is something that every gardener needs. Having one of these puts all the tools and supplies they need in one place, and brings the plants up to their level so they don’t have to bend over or sit on the ground.

66. FELCO PRUNING SHEARS

These top-of-the-line pruners are perfect for any job. The blades are made from high-quality hardened steel, and they’re replaceable when they wear out too. Felco pruners are the best of the best, and will last them a lifetime.

67. POWER ASSIST WHEELBARROW

Wheelbarrows filled with dirt, plants, or mulch can get pretty heavy and difficult to wheel around. This power assist wheelbarrow makes moving everything much easier, and would be an amazing gift for any gardener. Plus the 200 pound weight capacity really opens up how much they’ll be able to haul in each load.

68. 5 TIER VERTICAL GARDEN

This 5 tier planter helps to increase the available gardening space, and they’ll also be able to grow just about anywhere. Not only does it expand the amount of room, it also helps to save water by allowing it to flow through evenly to every layer.

69. HYBRID GREENHOUSE

What gardener wouldn’t love to receive a greenhouse? The roof panels on this one are made from a double-walled polycarbonate to protect plants from getting too much sun, and the sides allow for up to 90 percent of light to go through. The aluminum frame is sturdy and, to make it even better, it comes with one manual roof window to make venting it easy.

70. VERTICAL WALL GARDEN POCKETS

Vertical gardening is a huge trend right now, and living walls are all the rage. These pockets are made of a non-toxic, eco-friendly material that holds moisture for the plants, making watering easier. They’re simple to mount or tied up, and can also be strung together to use several in the same space.

71. HAND TRUCK

A hand truck is one of those gifts that gardeners never think about buying for themselves, but it’s so handy to have for hauling everything around. It’s great for bringing heavy potted plants in and out of the house, or moving awkward supplies like bags of rock, soil, or mulch. Plus this one folds down for easy storage.

72. FISKARS 18 INCH BILLHOOK SAW

This billhook saw not only looks cool, it’s also very versatile. It can be used for weeding, pruning, sawing, cutting, clearing thick overgrowth, sowing seeds, and so much more.

73. MINI CLOCHE GREENHOUSE

Any gardener who lives in a cold climate will appreciate this lovely present. This mini greenhouse/cold frame is perfect for extending the growing season. It allows them to get an early start on planting in the spring, and protects plants against frost in the fall. It’s portable, and can be disassembled for easy storage.

74. FUNKY VEG KIT GIFT BOX

These aren’t your average seeds, and this funky kit will give them some fun new veggies to try. This box set has everything they need to start growing right away, including pots, soil blocks, plant markers, tips for success, and some really cool new seeds.

75. DELUXE OUTDOOR BOOT SCRAPER

Any gardener would appreciate the gift of a boot scraper to help keep them from tracking dirt everywhere. This outdoor boot/shoe scraper can be mounted near a door or the garage to keep the mess outside. As a bonus, you could install it for them too (the mounting hardware is included).

76. BULBS IN THE BASEMENT, GERANIUMS ON THE WINDOWSILL

Enjoy many of your favorite plants season after season by bringing them indoors for the winter. Plant by plant and step by step, this book will show you how to rescue more than 160 tender perennials from the killing cold. With a little indoor care, your plants will be healthy and ready for repeat appearances in the garden come spring.

77. THE BEES IN YOUR BACKYARD: A GUIDE TO NORTH AMERICA’S BEES

The book features more than 900 stunning color photos of the bees living all around us―in our gardens and parks, along nature trails, and in the wild spaces between. It describes their natural history, including where they live, how they gather food, their role as pollinators, and even how to attract them to your own backyard. Ideal for amateurs and experts alike.

78. ATTRACTING NATIVE POLLINATORS

With the recent decline of the honey bee populations, it is more important than ever to encourage the activity of other native pollinators to keep your flowers beautiful and your produce plentiful. In Attracting Native Pollinators, they’ll find ideas for building nesting structures and creating a welcoming habitat for an array of diverse pollinators that includes not only bees, but butterflies, moths, and more.

79. 100 PLANTS TO FEED THE BEES

This book offers browsable profiles of 100 common flowers, herbs, shrubs, and trees that support bees, butterflies, moths, and hummingbirds. The recommendations are simple: pick the right plants for pollinators, protect them from pesticides, and provide abundant blooms throughout the season by mixing perennials with herbs and annuals.

80. COMPANION PLANTING FOR THE KITCHEN GARDENER

Companion planting techniques have been used for centuries, but even the gardener who has everything will learn tons from this gift. Did you know that carrots will grow better if surrounded by lettuce, onions and beets, but beans should not be planted near onions? With this book, they’ll have all the information they need in clear, concise terms including charts and plans they can use.

81. CARROTS LOVE TOMATOES

Plant parsley and asparagus together and you’ll have more of each, but keep broccoli and tomato plants far apart if you want them to thrive. Utilize the natural properties of plants to nourish the soil, repel pests, and secure a greater harvest. With plenty of insightful advice and suggestions for planting schemes, this book will inspire you to turn your garden into a naturally nurturing ecosystem.

82. WICKED PLANTS

A tree that sheds poison daggers; a glistening red seed that stops the heart; a shrub that causes paralysis; a vine that strangles; and a leaf that triggered a war. In Wicked Plants, they’ll learn about over two hundred of Mother Nature’s most appalling creations. It’s an A to Z of plants that kill, maim, intoxicate, and otherwise offend. Find out which plants to avoid (like exploding shrubs), which plants make themselves exceedingly unwelcome (like the vine that ate the South), and which ones have been killing for centuries (like the weed that killed Abraham Lincoln’s mother).

83. MEDICINAL HERBS: A BEGINNER’S GUIDE

Craft a soothing aloe lotion after an encounter with poison ivy, make a dandelion-burdock tincture to fix sluggish digestion, and brew up some lavender-lemon balm tea to ease a stressful day. This introductory guide shows you how easy it can be to make your own herbal remedies for life’s common ailments. It profiles 33 common healing plants and includes advice on growing, harvesting, preparing, and using herbs in healing tinctures, oils, and creams.

84. THE DRUNKEN BOTANIST

Peppered with fascinating facts and well-chosen anecdotes, this offers a brisk tour of the origin of spirits and acquaints the curious cocktail fan with every conceivable ingredient. Starting with the classics (from agave to wheat), it touches on obscure sources – including a tree that dates to the dinosaur age – before delving into the herbs, spices, flowers, trees, fruits, and nuts that give the world’s greatest drinks distinctive flavors.

85. HOT PLANTS FOR COOL CLIMATES

Passionate gardeners in cooler climates struggle year after year to overwinter their gorgeous tropical plants. This book offers practical advice for achieving the tropical look in a temperate zone. Separate chapters cover such topics as principles of design and maintenance, proper plant selection, containers, and overwintering.