Looking to make caring for their garden a little bit easier for your outdoor-loving friends this autumn? Take a look at our top picks of the best gifts for gardeners to ignite their inspiration and improve their gardening experience across the cold autumn months.
Garden kneeler or seat
Rather than a single padded board, the right kneeler is a dual-purpose structure that eases the discomfort of kneeling for hours on end whilst gardening. If your garden enthusiast is regularly found weeding and planting their flower beds, then make sure they can do so comfortably with a supportive, cushioned kneeler.
The padded kneeler reduces the strain that kneeling or bending over has on their knees and back, and when flipped over, it becomes a handy seat to relax in or reach higher plants. So, make it a little easier for your loved one to do what they love without discomfort and provide them with a seat that is always on hand for a well-deserved break.
Watering can
Does your friend tend to smaller indoor plants, delicate flowers in pots, or large outdoor planters? Finding the right watering can for them will depend upon their gardening preferences, as they will need a can that gives plants just the right amount of water without over-soaking the soil.
A free flowing nozzle easily reaches tight spots in crowded garden beds or high hanging baskets, whilst a rose nozzle breaks up the flow of water and turns it into a shower of droplets that is evenly distributed across the garden, so find the perfect can that suits your friends’ daily gardening tasks.
Flower pots
Whilst several large, ceramic flower pots are useful gifts for gardeners, why not opt for an interesting design to brighten up your loved ones’ garden instead? Available in various shapes, sizes, and designs, and perfect for indoor or outdoor use, they help to organise and display plants whilst adding their own unique touch to the space.
Opt for an artistic or mosaic pot in an unusual shape to house a large bush, or a smaller pot that has been hand-painted with an interesting design, to liven up a patio or doorway and create even more room for plants across the garden.
Gardening planner
Looking for something thoughtful as well as practical? Garden planners are the perfect gifts for gardeners who love to stay organised and track their progress as the seasons, and the years, pass.
This helpful tool contains pages that help gardeners to map the layout of their garden and track the planting and growth schedules of their plants, with tracker pages to record the dates that perennials are sown, grown, and then become dormant for the winter. They also contain to-do guides that will keep your friend on track with their gardening vision, so help the gardeners in your life to make the most of their outdoor spaces year-round with these useful gardening gifts.
Wellingtons
As autumn officially starts, it’s time to keep your gardening friends comfortable and dry with a reliable pair of wellington boots. Durable, waterproof wellies are designed with good grip and ankle support and are manufactured to keep feet dry and warm during wet weather, as well as in cold and muddy conditions. So, pick up a pair of wellies in your friends’ favourite colour today and encourage them to use them throughout the oncoming winter months.
Gardening apron
We all know how messy gardening can be – so, let your friend get their hands dirty but keep their clothes clean in their beloved garden by gifting them a gardening apron. Just as a kitchen apron keeps your clothes clean whilst cooking or baking, a gardening version keeps the soil, pollen, and water away from your clothes during gardening tasks.
These reliable aprons also come with multiple pockets to keep small tools or seeds to hand without constant trips back and forth to the shed. So, if the gardener in your life has a busy autumn of pruning and weeding ahead of them, make sure that they do it with a protective layer over their clothes.
Gloves
For a gift that can be used all year round and will never stop being useful, garden gloves are the ideal choice. From lightweight, breathable options for smaller jobs, to heavy duty options for garden clearance tasks, these gloves keep hands clean and shield them from thorns, sharp edges, and scratchy branches.
They also help to keep a firm grip on tools and prevent blisters from repeatedly using handheld equipment, so provide your loved one with a durable pair of gloves for a comfortable solution that doesn’t affect their dexterity.
Flasks
Tending to a garden or allotment is a labour of love – particularly during the winter. So, make gardening a little bit easier for your loved one this autumn with a thermos flask. Portable and handy, flasks keep tea, coffee, or even soup warm on chilly days in the garden, so gift your friends a convenient way to take breaks from tending to their plants without having to head indoors.
Trowel
Whether your gardening friend is planting new seeds, removing weeds, or preparing a flower pot for a new plant, a handheld trowel is their best friend. The treated stainless steel cuts through the soil and roots without quickly rusting or becoming damaged, whilst the handle provides a comfortable grip and helps the gardener to power through the task with precision, so gift this must-have tool today.
Gardening books
Finally, we come to gardening books – a practical and inspirational guide to making the most of your garden. Whether your friend has a love for growing vegetables, is interested in researching seasonal plants, or is looking for a step-by-step guide on a particular technique, there is a book out there on each and every gardening topic.
A well-chosen book is an excellent addition to any gardeners’ collection, so take your time when selecting the right one to inspire creativity and support long-term garden planning.
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Don’t just settle for what gifts your local gardening centre has to offer – explore Roxtons ‘Gifts for Gardeners’ collection today for a treasure trove of handpicked gardening gifts and reliable tools.
