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Gardening is one of the popular hobbies; When you get the plants, people will ask you about them or start buying them garden gifts. But you're probably fine.
Like caring for any living thing, being a plant parent isn't always easy, which means you need a few things to keep your houseplants or outdoor garden thriving. Although it doesn't have to be an expensive hobby, plant-related tools, materials and accessories can be added, especially for well-made items.
We asked an expert what high-quality, durable and useful items a plant lover would want to receive as a gift.
What not to do when taking care of plantsFirst, there are a few things to avoid when buying a gift for a plant lover. "One of the problems I see in the plant community is a lot of trash," says horticulturist Christopher Sah, known as the New York Plant Doctor.
In addition to her plant care and styling work, Such teaches classes at the New York Botanical Garden, which she highly recommends if you're new to gardening. (They offer classes on everything from psychedelic mushrooms to needlework and flower arranging, and yes, you can buy gift cards.)
He recommends many things, including self-watering bulbs, water meters, and paying close attention to excess water and humidity.
While they may be nice and simple, self-watering bulbs do not fill the soil evenly, which should be the goal.
"You want your soil to be evenly moist after a rain that is completely waterlogged," he said. “Now you're probably wondering, what about the water above? It's another word that gets used a lot and no one knows what it means.
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People often worry about plants taking up too much water, and yes, leaving them in water for too long can lead to root rot. However, this is usually not a real problem, says Sach. The main problem is that the soil doesn't dry out enough, often because you don't have enough light or heat, he said.
When it comes to humidity, a common misconception you hear is that humidity causes the brown spots you see on the leaves of your houseplants.
"It's not wet here at all," Sah said. "It's a fungus that usually attacks plants."
Most plants do not need a humid environment, "unless they are orchids, air plants or other plants." (Embryophytes include plants such as ferns.)
"There's so much moisture in the air that normal houseplants don't really care if it's dry or humid," Sah said. "They don't care and they're fine."
That's why some of his top tips include using pesticides to prevent fungal attacks and pesticides to keep bugs from eating exotic plants.
Indoor and outdoor gardens are importantBecause heat and light are so important, Such knows that your home or apartment may be lacking, so additional lighting can be a game changer. His picks, like this indoor plant and garden light panel, come from Waveform Lighting, but what you're looking for is a high CRI, or color rendering index. (The panel light suggested by Satch is sold out at the time of this writing, but you can find one of these options on Amazon at Vivosun or Barrina.)
"You want it to be 92 or higher," he said. "This number means that the light emitted by the lamp is as close to sunlight as possible, because the CRI is 100 solar rays."
Another thing to consider when choosing artificial lights is the lumens or the actual amount of light, because the quality and quantity are important.
Photo floodWhether you're new or looking for something inexpensive to help out, Such recommends headlights that you can use in your garage. Despite the ideal CRI values, they are bright enough to be useful.
Promising review : "It's as bright as a street light and a great price! Solid construction, great instructions. What's not to love?" - David A. Wallace
You can buy a set of 6 LED bulbs on Amazon for about $37.
Lamp lampOf course, you need something to hold these bulbs and point them correctly on your plants, which is why we recommend these bulb clips.
Promising review : "These lights are as advertised! They work well the few times I've used them and I'm happy. I recommend if you read the full specs and description and it works for you." - Ivy Court
You can buy a clip-on light on Amazon for around $12.
Fertilizer Dyna-GroSo now we know that we have to fully saturate the soil and let it dry with enough light and heat, but it is important to give the soil the right nutrients for the plants. Sah says he uses a specialty brand of fertilizer called Dyna-Gro, although plant-based products aren't usually at the center of the brand.
"I recommend it to all my students because it is one of the few formulas that contains all the necessary minerals for plant growth, especially calcium," he said. "Many other preparations do not contain calcium."
Promising review : “My kids love it! I use it for every houseplant I have. It is also urea-free, so it does not burn the roots of plants. I add 1/4 teaspoon per liter of water and use it every time. A small container of this fertilizer will last a long time when I water my plants. - Michigan Mitt
You can buy Dyna-Gron on Amazon for around $13.
Ceramic vasesOf course, you want beautiful gardens, especially when it comes to indoor plants to decorate your home. The most important thing I learned is that not all containers have drainage holes, and if there is no place for excess water to drain, it will cause the soil to dry out.
I believe in balancing functionality and beauty, which is why I love the drainage holes and drain on these attractive ceramic pots. (It's not the end of the world if you find a pot you like, or if a few plants don't have drainage holes, but you need to put some gravel in the bottom of your potting mix for better aeration and composting.)
Promising review : "The perfect pot set. The plate is part of a pot with a circular mesh of drainage holes. - D
You can buy this set of three ceramic vases on Amazon for around $30.
Plant standWhile more desirable than desirable, I think plant stands are a great way to maximize the number of plants you can put anywhere. You can put it in the corner of the room and put at least three pots. The best part is the layered design that lets you and your light source stand out.
Promising review : "I love it! I love the dynamic design and haven't seen many other pots with plants spread out in different directions. I also like that there are different heights, so I have a big tree on the bottom and a sturdy plant on top. I'm out." - Barry L.
You can buy this plant stand on Amazon for about $58.
Nadia can drink ribsAnother example of combining function and style, a houseplant watering can can be a beautiful addition to your overall green environment. Of course, you can buy a regular watering can from the hardware store, but this makes a great gift, and the watering can is just as beautiful.
Promising review : "I love this! Bought two. Pink and yellow. Yes, they're thin, but they're amazing. I don't think I'll ever wear them out, but I'll keep an eye on them." - Reviewer via Anthropologie
You can buy the Nadia Ribbed Bath Tub from Anthropologie for about $32.
GuitarsSah recommends this watering method for those who have a more balanced approach to gardening and want the right ratio of water and fertilizer. It can be kept indoors for indoor plants, but it is suitable for outdoor gardening due to its size and strength. Water level indicators are designed in a simple way to provide accurate measurements.
Promising review: “This is my second purchase. This is a large pot that will keep your plants from flooding. It collects water without flooding the soil. It's a medium-sized pot, easy to maneuver and very sturdy. - Jeff Redesign
You can buy HC Company water tanks on Amazon for $23.
Senlogic wireless weather stationWhen it comes to outdoor essentials, Such notes that this weather station is a must. It includes a rain funnel, solar panels and transmitter module, wind panels and a high-speed anemometer to transmit real-time information about temperature, humidity, atmospheric pressure, wind speed and direction, and rainfall.
You can place the base station indoors and place sensors there as you try to control the conditions to keep your plants as happy and healthy as possible.
Promising review : "It was easy to install and set up. We want to know the temperature, wind, humidity in our garden. Do you want to ride your bike like the wind? Do plants need to be watered, how much rain have we had?" -RBNBK
You can buy the Sainlogic Wireless Weather Station on Amazon for around $140.
Classic bare-bones leather work gloves“I often teach my students that gloves are a must when going out and about. You need to prune, you need to dig and dig and things like that,” Such said.
I have been obsessed with gloves ever since. To be honest, most work or garden gloves I see are pretty ugly, but they make me want to wear them and mow the weeds. In terms of quality and style, they are relatively affordable and would make a great gift for the gardener in your life. I know my mom uses a glove conditioner.
Promising review: "I love gardening and always wear gloves on my fingers. These gloves are great. They fit well and support what I'm currently doing." - Say D via Food52
You can buy Barebones Living Classic leather work gloves at Food52 for $22.
Removes fissuresChoose Fiskars products from the real garden tool chain. These stainless steel shears are sharp and easy to hold, so you can cut any branch or trunk with ease.
Promising Review: "I've been gardening my whole life and have tried many different garden mowers, but I always come back to the Fisker brand. They last the best of any I've tried." - Brandy
You can buy the Fiskars PowerGear2 Clipper on Amazon for around $29.
Fisker garden shovel with flat D-handleFiskers also makes a shovel, which I immediately wanted to buy because it looked cool (I don't have an outdoor garden and don't need a shovel). I had to ask what is the difference between a shovel and a shovel, a shovel is short of a flat blade and you need both for a slightly different purpose.
Promising review : "I love this product. It's lightweight and easy to use. As an adult, I especially appreciate the ease of use." - Darlene Holliday
You can buy the Fiskars Steel D-Handle Flat Square Garden Spade on Amazon for around $40.
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