Plant owners enjoy a lot of benefits. Caring for a plant is therapeutic and good for the body, mind, and soul. Plants purify the air and also make for a lively decor. They connect you with nature even when you can’t go outside. So, this time, instead of going for a traditional bouquet, why don’t you gift someone a plant? Plants are more sustainable and symbolize love, friendship, and peace. They are timeless gifts and can be gifted on any occasion. 

Before gifting a plant to someone, however, you have to assess its care level. You have to make sure the receiver will be able to take care of it depending on his or her gardening skills. Here are some plants that make good gifts that will make your receiver feel grateful to you-

1. Money Plant

Money plants popularly symbolize wealth and prosperity, They bring good luck to the receiver. With coin-shaped leaves, they are cute to look at. Gift this plant to someone who’s looking for abundance and success in their life. Anyone who’s starting a new business, career, or venture will be happy to receive this gift. Money plants are easy to care for. Place them in indirect sunlight as they are sensitive to heat. They should be watered when the soil becomes dry.

2. Bamboo Plant

Bamboo is one of the most popular plants to gift due to its well-known significance in Feng Shui. The plants symbolize prosperity, luck, longevity, and love.  Its meaning also changes depending on the number of layers. While two layers represent luck, nine represent prosperity and luck. They are low maintenance and don’t need much sunlight. You can grow it in a vase full of water. For a personal touch, you can personalize the container with a message or image while gifting it. 

3. Peace Lily

Peace Lily makes for a beautiful and great option to gift someone too. They symbolize purity, innocence, serenity, and friendship. Gifting someone these plants shows your support and that you wish them peace. They bloom beautiful white flowers and have long glossy leaves. Peace Lilies are beginner friendly and can easily survive in low sunlight spots. They also have air purifying qualities as a plus.

4. Cactus 

Cactus are known for their resilience in surviving extreme conditions. They symbolize endurance and protection from external negativity. To give someone a cactus shows that you care for them and don’t want them to give up. They also repel negative energy and keep misfortune away. They are best gifted to someone who you think is a fighter or going through a bad time. There are various types of cactus you can go for depending on the shape and the flowers they grow.

5. Monstera

A monstera plant is beautiful to look at with its big and vibrant leaves. What makes it unique is it has large holes in its leaves. Monsteras represent longevity, respect, and family. You can gift it to someone whose family means a lot to them. They are easy to care for and thrive in indirect sunlight. As they grow quite large, make sure the receiver has enough space in their house. 

6. Aloe Vera

Aloe Vera is one plant that is so useful that it will make the receiver delighted to have it. It is rich in medicinal properties. It was called the plant of immortality by ancient Egyptians. It can treat acne, dandruff, and minor burns. As it symbolizes healing and protection, it makes for an ideal gift for those who are working on their health. It is a hardy plant and simple to care for. It requires watering only once every three weeks. Bright and indirect sunlight is good for it. 

7. Succulents

Succulents are tiny plants that can make cute gifts. They are drought resistant and don’t need much attention. Symbolizing loyalty and endurance, they are a great gift to give to friends. They thrive in direct sunlight as they prefer warmer temperatures. 

So, get to gifting plants and make your loved one feel joyful and exuberant. You already have a couple of ideas, which one is your favourite?