The warm weather is finally upon us, which means one thing – it’s time for gardening therapy!
We recognise the extensive benefits of gardening. It can reduce stress, combat high blood pressure, and tackle mental health problems like depression and anxiety by connecting us with nature.
The joy brought to you by growing your own little garden can bring you the ultimate life lift. Maybe you know someone who’s feeling overwhelmed at the moment, or simply needs a distraction from the more difficult things in life. So we’ve put together a list of our favourite gardening-related items you can send someone who's in need of a bit of stress relief.
1. Plantfulness: How To Change Your Life With Plants
This box of colourfully illustrated cards guides you through 50 houseplants which enable you both to thrive; highlighting the practical benefits, from cleaner air and beautiful scents, to the emotional ones, like creative inspiration and a daily sense of accomplishment. This little box of wisdom is the perfect gift for anyone wishing to improve their wellbeing, practice gardening therapy, and enjoy nature in the comfort of their home.
2. RHS 50 Plants That You Can’t Kill Book
There’s nothing sadder than when you’re once green and perky plant has begun to wither and die. Enter, ‘50 Plants that You Can’t Kill’! Perfect if you’re a novice gardener, or simply are too busy to maintain a jungle of plants. This book walks you through 50 plants that are easy to grow. Little plant profiles tell you why to grow it, where to put it, and how to look after it, so your plants can thrive. A great gift for anyone who struggles to keep plants alive, but still wants that green glow.
3. The Kew Gardens Enchanting Colouring Book
The perfect gift for you plant-fanatic friend, or someone who would rather just colour! Why not take your colouring book to some botanical gardens and while away the afternoon in the warm weather, soaking up the vitamin D and getting stuck into some peaceful colouring. A great way to integrate other forms of creativity into your gardening therapy time.
4. Grow Green Book
A practical guide to growing sustainably – something we’re a huge advocate of! This little book reveals how to create a wildlife haven, while reducing your impact on the environment as you grow your own cut flowers, fruit and veg. Jen will hold your hand as she takes you through all the gardening essentials, removing the stress so you can learn how to garden green whether you’re a first-time gardener or have seasoned green fingers.
5. Piccolo Seeds
Last but certainly not least, why not have a go at planting yourself with our selection of Piccolo seeds! Bored of growing the same old plants? Spice up your garden with Piccolo’s eco-friendly and beautifully curated seeds, perfect for the contemporary gardener.
Made from sustainable and completely recyclable materials, we offer a range of seeds, including 3 deluxe Piccolo collections:
This one is a great gift for those without a garden – just grow them on your windowsill!
Browse our whole range of gardening related items here.
By Lucy Williams
