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A gift that keeps giving? That is the Holy Grail of the Christmas shopping mission.
Sure, a box of Cadbury Roses brings 10 seconds of joy (save me at Caramel Deluxe, please), but what about 10 or more years?
We have the answer!
Planters, pots and bowls- carefully selected, prepared and distributed with love and abundance.
Perfect.
1. Chain of Hearts- The Gift of Love
"Ceropegia woodii is a flowering plant in the dogbane family Apocynaceae, native to South Africa, Eswatini and Zimbabwe." Wikipedia
Also known as a "Chain (or String) of Hearts" thrives indoors and can grow up to 2 metres in length.
Plant in a small pot and drape the foliage from a shelf up high so you can enjoy the cascade of those adorable little heart-shaped leaves!
Being a "semi-succulent" Chain of Hearts is perfect for the not-so-green-thumb among us.
Perfect for: Kids, Teenagers and Gen Z's with a penchant for all things *kawaii*.
2. Herb Planter Bowl- The Gift of Nourishment
This is one for the gourmands among us. If you happen to know the kind of food your recipient is into, plant accordingly.
Coriander, Vietnamese Mint and Garlic Chives are great companions for Asian vibes.
Thyme, Rosemary and Continental Parsley should satisfy a Francophile.
Perfect for: Uni Students, Food Lovers, New Home Makers.
4. Succulent Planter- The Gift of Everlasting Beauty
Succulents are extremely hard (but not impossible!) to kill.
Even the most neglectful gardener should be ok with a cactus or 12.
A collection of individual pots is the way to go, making a case for becoming a novice botanist and collecting interesting varieties (and there are many!).
Perfect for: Apartment dwellers, frequent travellers, people sans small children.
5. Stone Lantern- The Gift of Good Chi
I'm not a Feng Shui expert, but ZenFusionHome are, so here's what they have to say about these gorgeous stone Pagodas-
"Stone lanterns, known as ‘T�?r�?’ in Japanese, have a rich history and a spiritual significance that goes beyond their aesthetic appeal. In the realm of Feng Shui, these lanterns serve as beacons of light and energy, guiding Chi through the garden and creating a sense of tranquillity, and reflection. Their placement is not arbitrary; it is a deliberate choice to enhance the energy of a space, promote balance, and invite prosperity."
We couldn't agree more.
What a beautiful gift to give!
Perfect for: Inner-city architect types, and Gen X homeowners entering their "Gardening Era".
6. Water Bowls- The Gift of Nature
The double-duty gift! Not only will a water bowl offer you a daily zen moment, especially if it's laden with aquatic plants like waterlilies; but a water bowl will inevitably become the local tap, AND bath, house for birds and wildlife, big and small.
Fill a bowl with native birdseed mix and you'll have plenty of happy customers all year long.
Perfect for: People who work from home, nature-loving Boomers and all-round outdoor households.
