Gifts for Plant Lovers

A plant is a gift that keeps on giving, and it suits anyone who likes growing things, from a new flat owner with one windowsill to a serious collector. The trick is matching the plant to the person: a near-indestructible plant for someone who forgets to water, and something with more character for someone who loves the details.

The houseplants here come from Flowers & Plants Co. They range from tough options such as the aspidistra, nicknamed the cast iron plant, to colourful foliage such as crotons and calatheas. Smaller varieties such as aloe vera and ferns suit a shelf, while palms like the kentia suit a floor.

If you would rather give something that never needs watering, there are two dried flower bouquets from MyFlowers at the end. Prices shown are for the smallest size of each plant, and larger sizes cost more. Check each page for care notes, because light and watering needs vary a lot.