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The 35 Best Gifts for Gardeners of 2024

Thoughtful gifts whether they love growing vegetables, herbs, or flowers

A variety of gardening products on the grass

The Spruce / Eric Brockob

Gardening can be a lot of work, but any gardener will tell you that the blooms make it all worth it.

To help those who spend days digging in the dirt, we found useful and special gifts that will entertain and delight—whether it's a housewarming gift or a gift for a mom or dad. With gardening enthusiasts and experts on our team, we researched and tested products sure to win you a bouquet of gratefulness.

While the gardeners in your life likely have all their favorite go-to's, we found a little something extra that reminds them of their delicate and arduous handiwork.

Firm Grip General Purpose Gloves

Firm Grip Large General Purpose Gloves displayed on white background

The Home Depot

An obvious but great gardening gift should be a pair of gloves. However, you want to find the right pair for your favorite gardener. This pair from Firm Grip earned the top spot in the best gardening gloves after testing. Plenty of options are cute, with floral patterns or designs, but the functionality also has to be there. These felt extremely comfortable for hours of gardening and they include a strap around the wrist to keep bugs and dirt out.

Red Home Club Thick Kneeling Pad

Red Home Club Thick Kneeling Pad

Amazon

Gardening can take a toll on the knees or back. Ease some of that discomfort with a simple kneeling pad. It's an affordable option that provides great relief. During testing, we loved the ample size of this kneeler, but it still feels thin and lightweight enough to store away. Red Home Club's foam pad measures 18 inches long and almost two inches thick, so you can't feel the ground below. There's also a convenient, ergonomic carrying handle so you can pick up and move on to the next task.

Porayhut Pop Up Mini Greenhouse Cover

porayhut Pop Up Mini Greenhouse Cover

Amazon

Building an actual greenhouse can be expensive and time-consuming, but here's a more wallet-friendly and space-saving solution. The pop-up UV-protected and waterproof plastic cover took just seconds to set up during testing and it reaches about 30 inches high to fit one or two small plants. The clear material is useful for tracking your plant's progress. There's a tie to keep the doors open while you work and the canopy effectively keeps your plants safe during frosts and cold weather.

If there is a tool that every gardener can use, it’s a solid pair of pruning shears. These high-quality Felco F-2 pruning shears are made with sharp, durable steel blades and lightweight, ergonomic handles coated with rubber covers for comfort. These shears come with a lifetime warranty and are made to last: every part is replaceable. This professional-quality tool is a great gift that they might not buy for themselves but will enjoy for years to come.

FELCO 2 One-Hand Pruning Shear

The Spruce / Sarah Vanbuskirk 

Anthropologie Canvas Carry-All Garden Stool

Anthropologie Canvas Carry-All Garden Stool

Anthropologie

Everyone loves a good two-in-one product, and that's what this carry-all from Anthropologie is. It's a stool that's super convenient when you need to take a seat for those long days in the garden. Also, it features a carrying tote that snaps onto the bottom of the foldable stool. Just remove the bag, and it's the perfect carrying solution for any tools, thanks to the deep exterior space and accessible exterior pockets.

Best Markers

SycamoreHill Hand Stamped Garden Stakes

SycamoreHill Hand Stamped Garden Markers

Courtesy of Etsy

Though some produce and greenery are pretty distinctive looking, it can be quite easy to forget what was planted where. These garden markers are a chic way to label everything. The hand-stamped silver markers (which used to be spoons) make it easy to separate the chives from the cilantro and the tomatoes from the carrots. You just order the quantity, from one to a dozen, and then specify which herb or vegetable name you’d like on the marker.

Conscious Step Socks That Plant Trees

Conscious Step Socks That Plant Trees

Conscious Step

Gear up a gardener you love with these socks from Conscious Step. Each purchase supports Trees for the Future and plants three trees in a developing company. Now, your eco-conscious bestie can still support eco-conscious efforts around the world when getting dressed in the morning.

PineconeHome Personalized Harvest Basket

PineconeHome Personalized Harvest Basket

Etsy PineconeHome

What better way to contain your vegetable garden harvest than with a handmade birch basket? The long curved handle makes for easy carrying, and the wire mesh shows off any fruits, veggies, or flowers, making this our top choice for a thoughtful gift. When your garden isn't in season, use the basket as a table centerpiece or produce holder on your counter. The wood finish is timeless and fits any aesthetic or taste. Add up to 10 characters to truly make this a standout gift for yourself or the gardener in your life.

Best Repellent

Greenwood Solar Mole and Gopher Chaser

Greenwood Solar Rodent repellant

Courtesy of Harbor Freight 

Along with annoying weeds, pests have to be one of the most frustrating parts of gardening. Luckily, this repeller can help keep annoying critters away. It uses sonic tones every 30 seconds to drive away moles, gophers, and voles. It’s solar-powered, so no batteries are necessary, and it’s a safe and humane form of pest control. To install it, simply place it in the ground. The single repellant has a 6,000-square-foot area of coverage.

MyMetalWorks Personalized Plasma Cut Steel Sign

MyMetalWorks Personalized Garden Sign

Courtesy of Etsy 

Maybe your gardener pal has a random gnome or figurine in their yard, but what about a personalized sign? Well, if you purchase this, then they will. Help them mark their territory and jazz up their pride and joy garden with this cutout steel sign. It stands close to 20 inches tall and can be personalized with the gardener’s name. Choose from a range of colors, and you can even select a more rusted, rustic look.

Gardener's Medium Supply Cart

Garden Supply cart wheelbarrow

Courtesy of Gardener’s Supply Company 

For the gardener who tends to have a larger haul, they'll absolutely appreciate this wheelbarrow, which will take a major load off their back and shoulders. This cart holds up to 400 pounds. It’s great for moving large plants, soil, fertilizer, tools, or any heavier item with ease. The large wheels make pushing the cart a breeze, and the handle has a comfortable grip.

Jumphigh 10 Pieces Gardening Tools

Jumphigh 10 Pieces Gardening Tools

Amazon

Some pro gardeners might just need one or two tool replacements, but for a newbie, this kit has all the essentials. The 10-piece set includes a range of shovels, a rake, a spray bottle, shears, and a weeding knife. The brightly colored carrying case keeps the tools organized and neatly tucked away when not in use.

If space is limited, the Click and Grow Smart Garden is an absolutely genius gift idea. It takes up mere inches and is beginner-friendly. The indoor garden comes with plant pods that are inserted into the device. The LED lights and 40-ounce water work their magic to grow the herbs, veggies, and fruit. The container garden comes with three basil pods, but you or the recipient can buy pods that range from chili peppers to arugula to marigolds and more.

A multifunctional product is something we can all appreciate. The Glow & Grow kit starts out as a candle, and once it burns down, the vessel can be used as a gorgeous planter. Just properly clean the ceramic pot and use the included non-GMO seeds, soil, and plant food.

Cute Stone Kids Gardening Tool Set

Cute Stone Kids Gardening Tool Set

Amazon

If you don't want the littlest gardeners in the family to feel left out, this tool set is perfect for a family activity. It includes a 25-inch long wheelbarrow, hand rake, gloves, and a watering can. Also, there's an apron to keep kids clean-ish and store their handy gardening tools.

The Little Burros The Burro Buddy

The Little Burros The Burro Buddy

The Little Burros

They'll have no idea how useful a wheelbarrow can be if they aren’t using a wheelbarrow organizer like this. Instead of just one ample space for hauling dirt, rocks, plants, or whatever else needs hauling, it lets you easily take along the tools you need to do the job too. This organizer holds two short-handled tools, such as a spade, two long-handled tools, like a rake, a water bottle, and other personal items. There’s even a water-resistant storage space for keeping your phone. It fits onto most four to seven-cubic-foot wheelbarrows, and it snaps on and off easily. It’s a gardening game changer.

Roo Garden Apron

Roo The Joey Garden Apron

Amazon

A long apron is great for protecting clothes while doing housework or gardening, but this waist apron is also quite useful. The canvas material is easily machine washable, and it includes tons of pockets to hold any tools or a harvest. This can be pretty convenient when harvesting a small crop.

Gardenuity Tea for Two Garden Gift Set

Gardenuity Tea for Two Garden Gift Set

Gardenuity

Gardenuity makes unique gift sets for beginner and advanced gardeners alike. The tea for two gift set comes with everything you need to grow herbs that perfectly pair with your nightly cup of tea. Fun additions include a reusable bag, a plant mister, and two tea cups to enjoy the fruits of your labor.

Ohuhu Garden Kneeler and Seat

Ohuhu Garden Kneeler and Seat

Amazon

Take some of the strain off your back with the Ohuhu Garden Kneeler and Seat. The versatile construction switches between a kneeler and a set with ease and can accommodate up to 330 pounds. It comes with two pouches to store tools and stores flat for easy storage. Plus, it weighs about six pounds, so it's extremely easy to transport.

Having to experience muddy or soggy feet while gardening isn't exactly pleasant. Bogs is known for its quality boots, and these clogs are specifically for gardeners. The waterproof boots have a cushioned insole, ideal for spending hours on your feet. We also love that they are easy to slip in and out of, so no more struggling to get them on.

Uncommon Goods Personalized Citronella Lantern

Uncommon Goods Personalized Citronella Lantern

Uncommon Goods

Jazz up any garden or outdoor space and keep away pesky critters with this citronella lantern. Not only is it durable steel, but it can be personalized. Try adding a family name or maybe a word that has a special meaning. The lantern stands 41 inches tall and includes a canister and snuffer.

Uncommon Goods Gardener's Seed Saving Kit

Uncommon Goods Gardener's Seed Saving Kit

Uncommon Goods

Organizing and storing seeds can be a bit tedious, but this kit makes the process easier and a bit cuter. The aluminum box includes steel tins and envelopes to store seeds, but there's also a useful chart with information on harvesting and preserving.

Masterclass Ron Finley's Gardening Lessons

Masterclass Ron Finley's Gardening Classes

Masterclass

Whether a pro or beginner, all gardeners can benefit from Ron Finley's virtual lessons. The course includes 10 classes, totaling two hours, and covers everything from growing your own food to how not to kill your plants. The virtual lessons can be viewed from anywhere on desktop, mobile, or television.

Uncommon Goods Bottle Stopper Garden Kit

UncommonGoods Bottle Stopper Garden Kit

No backyard space for an actual garden? That's not a problem, especially if you have old wine bottles. Before tossing the bottles in the recycling bin, they can be used to plant some herbs. This herb kit includes seeds for dill and two varieties of basil, as well as biodegradable inserts and germination domes. The greens will sprout in a few days or up to two weeks!

Arber Arber Bio Fungicide

The Sill Arber Bio Fungicide

The Sill

Healthy plants are happy plants, so this bottle of fungicide will come in handy. It protects against common issues like fungus, mildew, and mold. It's certified for organic use and isn't harmful to pets. The 16-ounce bottle will go a long way.

Bosmere Folding Wheelbarrow

Bosmere Folding Wheelbarrow

Amazon

This folding wheelbarrow is great for someone with limited storage space. It folds flat when not in use and opens to 32 inches long. The single wheel is great for maneuvering when hauling items, and there are even three pouches to store small items.

Zero-G Ultra Flexible Durable Garden Hose

Zero-G Lightweight Ultra Flexible Durable Kink-Free Garden Hose

 Amazon

Garden hoses can be heavy and even cumbersome to carry, but this coily option is lightweight. The 100-inch long hose connects easily to spigots and proves very easy to coil and uncoil. Plus, the durable material is meant to be crush-proof under loads of up to 900 pounds.

CobraHead Original Weeder & Cultivator Garden Hand Tool

Amazon CobraHead Original Weeder & Cultivator Garden Hand Tool

Amazon

Weeding isn’t typically high on a gardener's list of favorite chores, but this tool makes weeding such a breeze that it may get a bump up. Its blade is described as a “steel fingernail,” and it shows weeds no mercy. From small surface weeds to the pesky ones with deep roots, the weeder rips them out with little effort. The handle is made of recycled plastic and is ergonomically designed for the comfort of a gardener’s hands and wrists.

Not all watering cans are created equal, and this one blows the others out of the water. This durable option can withstand being dropped from four feet with little water spilling, so you guarantee it'll last for years and years. We also love the two handles for multiple hand position options and the removable spout, so you can choose between a sprinkle or pour of water depending on your plant.

Gardening is a journey often filled with lots of trial and error and lessons learned along the way. This gardening journal notebook provides a great way to keep track of it all. It includes practical sections to stay organized, track the health of your plants, and review mistakes so you don't make them again. You can even tuck pictures and seed packets into the back pocket. It’s a useful way to look back and see what has and hasn’t worked and attempt to figure out how to improve moving forward.

Famoy Claw Gardening Gloves

Famoy Claw Gardening Gloves

Famoy

Heavy-duty gardening requires sturdy tools and this set of gloves isn't just any gloves, but they come with claws. The durable plastic tips are great for digging and really getting into the soil. The gloves are also waterproof, keeping hands nice and dry.

Burpee E-Gift Card

Burpee E-Gift Card

Burpee

You can't start a garden without seeds. Give the gardener in your life the power to choose their own favorite vegetables, herbs, fruits, and plants to add to their garden with a Burpee e-gift card. A great last-minute gift, the gift card lets you choose from dozens of seed packs or shop tools and garden accessories.

Ferry-Morse Garden Starter Tools & Tote Bag Kit

Ferry-Morse Garden Starter Tools & Tote Bag Kit

Ferry-Morse

Perfect for beginner gardeners, this gift bundle from Ferry-Morse has everything you need to get started, all nestled in a functional garden tote. The bundle includes a trowel, scissors, a plant tie, plant markers, and two at-home soil testing kits. The arrangement looks beautiful as a gift, but you can guarantee they'll get great use out of every item.

If you’re looking for a gift for the gardener who has it all, this beautiful book by Monty Don is a great choice. Each page has specific tips as well as plant recommendations for different climates and locations. There are also sections for all types of gardens, including vegetables, flowers, wildlife, and more. The 440-page book is also packed with beautiful color photographs from the author’s personal garden so you can see the suggestions in real-life settings. 

Foyuee Raised Planter Box On Wheels

Foyuee Raised Planter Box On Wheels

Amazon

This raised planter box on wheels from Foyuee is the ideal gift for the gardener who may not have space in their yard or those who prefer to garden without bending down to the ground. This convenient raised box makes it easy to start new plants each season. It's made of durable galvanized steel with a rust-proof coating and has a planting area of 37.5 x 15.5 x 8 inches. There’s also a rack underneath to hold supplies and a handle and set of wheels to move it around easily. Since it sits at about waist height, it’s a comfortable choice for anyone. 

Why Trust The Spruce?

This article was written by Julia Fields an associate editor for The Spruce covering all things surrounding toys, gifts, and the holidays since October 2021. For this story, she used testing insights from editors at The Spruce, polled gardeners, and researched the hottest gift sets for every type of gardener no matter their space, interests, or experience level.

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Julia Fields
Julia Fields
Julia is the Associate Commerce Editor at The Spruce, covering all things toys, gifts, holidays, and seasonal content. She's on a constant hunt to find the perfect gift for everyone in your life, from new dads to 5-year-old girls, through extensive research and testing as a product reviewer.
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