I am here to help you find the best gardening gifts for men! Take these suggestions from me because I have and love all of the following products.
Whether for Christmas, birthday parties, or other occasions it can be hard to find the perfect high-quality gift. All of the below products I personally own, and a few I have even received as a gift. I will also share a few DIY handmade pieces that make a very thoughtful gift.
What Makes A Great Gardening Gift
So what makes a great gift for a gardening enthusiast. As a male gardener I love getting gifts that I know I will use in the garden.
Gifts that are going to help me grow more plants are what I enjoy the most. Personally I am not big into getting graphic t-shirts or other gifts like that. I really like the practical gifts that are going to help me out in the garden.
All these gifts are high-quality and can really stand the test of time. I am sure that the green thumb in your life would love to have any of these products!
Original Maine Garden Hod
The Maine Garden Hod is a well built gardening basket that can be used to carry everything from vegetables to tools. You can read my full review about the Maine Garden Hod here. I love mine and I think any man would love to use this in his garden. This item would really make the perfect gardening gift.
Barebones Hori Hori Garden Knife
The hori hori knife originated in Japan as a gardening tool. This knife is almost like the spork of the gardening world!
The hori hori knife is great for digging, harvesting, and planting bulbs. This tool has a flat stainless steel blade that is serrated, twine cutter, hammer, ruler, and trowel all in one.
This knife isn't only useful and well built, but it is also rustic looking. The dark color of the walnut handle really makes this hori hori knife stand out. I use my knife all the time in the garden for harvesting, planting, pruning, and digging. Garden tools are always a good option to buy a gardener.
Corona Hand Pruners
Every gardener needs a good pair (or two) of quality hand pruners. During the summer I use pruners on an almost daily basis, so they need to be well built. Corona makes high-quality tools and this is my favorite pair of pruners.
Corona started making pruners for the citrus industry in 1928, so they have been in the business awhile. I have bought many pruners that only last a year because they are not well built. This pair of pruners is mostly made from metal and will last for years.
Another great thing about this pair of pruners is the removable blade. This makes cleaning and sharpening the tool much easier.
The metal handles are covered in a red rubber grip that makes using this pruner easy. The blade is detachable and can be replaced when worn out! They really made this pruner with longevity in mind. If in doubt practical tools like this pruner are always a good option to gift.
Grow Light
When you start seeds indoors for your garden you need to have a quality grow light. The grow light helps the seedlings grow properly so you wind up with healthy plants!
I have multiple grow lights that I use in my seed starting setup. My favorite light comes with a built in timer which is very useful. These grow lights can also be used for indoor gardening or for growing house plants in low light areas.
Organic Fertilizers
If your gardening man is into sustainable living he is most likely using organic fertilizers in his garden. I only use organic fertilizers in my garden because they are better for my plants and soil!
Receiving fertilizers like fish emulsions and worm castings will make a gardener happy. You can read this post to learn some of the best organic fertilizers for gardening.
Gardening Books
During the winter when we can't garden, us gardeners love to read about gardening! Here are just a few books that I think every gardener should have on their bookshelf.
Carrots Love Tomatoes is a classic gardening book about companion planting. I am constantly going back to this book to read more about companion planting. This book teaches you what to plant next to other plants to maximize your garden's productivity and health all while creating a beautiful garden.
Even though Carrots Love Tomatoes was first published in 1975, the information in this book is still relevant. This book helps you grow an organic garden with healthy plants.
The Seed Garden is the only seed saving book I have on my bookshelf. This book covers everything you need to know about seed saving and more. There is so much information in this book and I am always learning something new from it. It makes a great reference book for seed saving.
Vegetable Gardening for the Midwest is a great book for anyone living near the Midwest United States. This book lays out everything you need to do based on the month of the year. This is a really great for beginner gardeners to get them started with gardening; if he lives in the Midwest, this book would be a great addition to his bookshelf.
Bucket Tool Organizer
Having something to organize your gardening tools is almost a necessity. This bucket organizer slips over any round five gallon bucket with pockets for all your tools.
You can then carry this bucket into the garden, use it as a chair, fill it with produce or pulled weeds, and have all your tools handy.
Gardening Journal
I am always planning out the next garden layout or thinking how I can improve my garden. Having a place to write down all your thoughts and plans is so nice. This garden journal has areas to write lists, layouts, ideas, and even a page to catalog your seeds! This is great for any gardener, and it can help them create a beautiful outdoor space.
Bend Soap
The Bend Soap Company makes goat milk soaps and other products all in the USA. I love their products because they have natural ingredients and they smell great! They have a great selection of scents for men and I love that their soap only contains five ingredients. Bend Soap does offer free shipping on some orders!
Garden Stones
You can buy garden stones with quotes, sayings, or other information on them to decorate an outdoor space with. You can even make your own garden stone using a permanent marker to write your own saying.
I once received a "weather rock" and as you can see in the photo above this rock is supposed to help predict the weather. If your gardener has a good sense of humor this would make the perfect gift.
Gift Cards
I am always buying seeds and plants for my garden and I really enjoy picking out my own seeds. Getting a gift card to a local nursery or greenhouse would make the perfect gift. Here are a few online seed stores that I like to buy seeds from.
Seeds For Generations
This small family business located in Virginia offers heirloom vegetable and flower seeds, bulbs, and sometimes plants. I have ordered seeds from them and they have done really well for me. If you like to support small businesses then Seeds For Generations is for you!
Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds
Any gardener who is into heirloom seeds knows this company's name. They offer a great selection of rare and unusual heirloom seeds. This company is a good option to buy gift cards from!
Share some seeds
A very thoughtful gardening gift idea would be to share some seeds from your own garden! Growing plants that are family heirlooms or were raised by a relatives could be one of the best gifts a gardener could ask for.
If you need to brush up on seed saving this page has many great posts to help you save your own seeds. You can even add your own personal touch by handwriting a note about the seeds you are sharing.
Conclusion
Any of the above products would make the perfect present for any garden lovers on your list. These gifts can be great as birthday gifts, Christmas gifts, or simple just gardening gifts.
If it is a big occasion you could even buy multiple items and put together a gift set. If it is close to the growing season you could also buy him some plants.
All gardeners are plant lovers and I enjoying growing new plants all the time. If they have the space you could even buy them indoor plants to take care of over the winter!
Buying gifts for male gardeners can be hard so I hope these ideas helped you. I hope you enjoyed this gardening gift guide for men and found a few garden gifts to get your gardener this year!
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Julie Steinkamp says
Many great ideas!