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Gardener’s Christmas Gift Guide 2021: Best gifts for Gardeners

Looking for the best gifts for gardeners for this year’s Christmas? Here are some of my picks of useful gardening items for plant enthusiasts!

I only recommend products I would use myself and all opinions expressed here are my own. This post contains affiliate links that come at no additional cost to you, and I may earn a small commission when you make a purchase.

1. Foliage Plant Calendar 2022 – This wall hanging calendar is for the foliage plant lovers out there. Mounted on aged Taiwanese hinoki timber, this calendar features beautifully illustrated plants by Hsueh Yu-hsin. Get yours at $68 at Local Loco here.

2. 1001 Garden Plants in Singapore: A New Compendium – This latest revised edition consists of three books and features more than 2,700 plants found around Singapore.  Available to buy here for $35.51.

3. The 1872 Clipper Tea Co. Singapore Orchid 3-in-1 set – This gift set consists of 3 blends which are accented with orchid petals. Priced at $48, it is available for purchase here.

4. Asano Mokkousho Hori Hori – This versatile tool features a stainless steel blade with two edges to perform double duty. One serrated edge cuts through roots, while the opposite bevelled edge is made to slice through weeds and other herbaceous plant matter. Buy the Hori Hori and other beautiful garden tools from Seedfolks here.

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Gardener’s Gift Guide 2019

When shopping for a novice or experienced gardener, there is no lack of gift options in Singapore. Whether it’s for Christmas or any other occasion, here are some great gift ideas for gardeners.

1. Green Spade Xmas Bundle
Green Spade has put together a special package for the festive season. Their Xmas Bundle consists of a 20 litre bag of Veggies Mix for growing vegetables,  Nutri Yield fertiliser, Bio Protect organic fungicide, and Bug Shield,  an organic pesticide. Get it for $38 at www.greenspade.sg.

2. Basic Starter Kit
A wonderful gift for someone sinking their toes into edible growing, this gardening starter kit from Crops & Co. comes with a SeedCell which contains seeds, 250g of potting soil, a paper pot plus growing guide. Priced at $12.80, this starter kit is available at http://www.cropsandco.com

3. Felco secateurs
This one’s for serious gardeners. Felco is known for its high quality tools and these secateurs are built to last, with parts that can be replaced for a lifetime of service. Priced from $109.90, find them at www.monotaro.sg.

4.Compot
If you only generate a small amount of kitchen waste and wish to cycle nutrients back into the garden, the Compot is an ideal composting solution. Bury it in the soil, put anything biodegradable in it, cover it with the lid provided. Each pot has a 10 litre capacity. Get yours at $30 from Plant Visionz at https://eshop.plantvisionz.com.

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The 2018 Gardener’s Gift Guide

Christmas is coming, and for those who celebrate it, here’s a guide on affordable gifts you can buy for gardeners, or treat yourself!

1.An Urban Farming Kit with a cause. Packed by underprivileged seniors, buying these kits mean that you have given employment opportunities to someone who needs the help.  Choose from three vegetable varieties – Chye Sim, Kang Kong and Kailan. Get yours from Super Farmers for $14.90 here.

2. This lovely Polygon Wood Planter looks great in the home or office. Order yours from Candy Floriculture, available here for $18.

3. This elho Aqua Care plant waterer is a considerate gift for the plantlover who travels and cannot find a plantsitter! Available at Far East Flora for $23.90, order yours online here.

4. If you’re shopping for something who loves all things cute and unique, The Misfit Pets is a great, affordable gift. Available at Tumbleweed for $15, get it here.

5. Seeking a smart looking desktop ceramic planter? Look no further, the Chloe Planter also comes in black with a wooden saucer. This is available at Noah Garden Centre for $30. Order yours here

6. Lovingly handmade in Singapore by Knoette, these Macrame Plant Hangers go for $38 – $42. Get in touch with Joette to own a piece of her artistry! Find her on Instagram here or email her at contact.knoette@gmail.com.

7. My Mushroom Garden grow kit is a fun gift for any age! Mushrooms grow very quickly, and these will sprout within 8 days. Available from Mushroom Kingdom for $17.90, buy it here.

8. This one’s for the zero waster who wants to avoid the use of plastic wrap for their produce and other food in their kitchen. This DIY Beeswax Wrap Kit comes with all the materials you need to make 6 beeswax wraps. This has been put together by Agy Textile Artist & The Tender Gardener (yes I’m plugging myself!), available at my Facebook shop for $49.

9. Looking for something easy to grow? Edible Garden City has just the thing! Here’s a microgreens kit that is manageable for even the most inexperienced grower. Get your Spicy Mix Microgreens Seed Kit here for $14.90.

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Christmas Gift Guide for Gardeners 2017

Tis the season to be picking out meaningful gifts for those we care about! Are you wondering what to gift a gardener friend, family member or spouse this Christmas? Or maybe something for yourself? Here a quick guide to great Christmas gifts for gardeners in 2017!

1.Botanical Watercolour Workshop Voucher – Know someone who loves art and plants? The highly talented Lucinda Law of Within hosts botanical watercolour workshops at her studio. Get your Single Visit Workshop Voucher here for $138 or email go@within.sg to purchase one or more vouchers.

2. DIY Beeswax Wrap Kit – A natural, reusable alternative to aluminium foil and cling wrap, beeswax wraps are breathable and can last up to a year. This is perfect for growers who love to cook, DIY and opt for a zero waste lifestyle. Get the kit for $49, complete with all the ingredients you need to make 6 beeswax wraps here!

3. Pots – Tumbleweed stocks some pretty attractive pots. This marble pot is great for indoor plant lovers who like design that is simple yet sleek. lt’s yours for $60 from the Tumbleweed shop.

4. Plant stands – Add a bit of style to the indoors with these plant stands, great as a standalone statement piece or one in a cluster of plants. Available from $100 at Tumbleweed and Noah Garden Centre.

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