Five Star Gift Ideas

For your mom who has a love for native plants and gardening, there are several meaningful and personal gift ideas that you can consider. Here's a list to help inspire you:

1. Native Plant Identification Guide: Find a comprehensive guidebook that focuses on identifying native plants in your area. This will not only help your mom expand her knowledge but also enable her to identify and learn about different native plants she may come across.

2. Gardening Tools Set: Look for a high-quality gardening tools set specifically designed for native plant gardening. These tools are often sturdier and better suited for planting and maintaining native plants. You can even personalize the tools with her name or initials to make it extra special.

3. Native Plant Seeds: Consider gifting her a collection of seeds from native plant species. This will allow her to grow a diverse range of native plants in her own garden and continue her passion for gardening. You can research and choose seeds of plants that are particularly interesting to her or those that attract pollinators.

4. Membership to a Botanical Garden: Look for a local botanical garden that focuses on native plant species and consider gifting your mom a membership. This will allow her to immerse herself in the beauty of native plants, attend workshops, and learn from experts. It's a gift that keeps on giving throughout the year.

5. Gardening Workshop or Class: Look out for gardening workshops or classes that focus on native plants. These can include topics such as landscape design, planting techniques, or even specialized workshops on native wildflower gardens. Enrolling your mom in such a class will not only provide valuable knowledge but also a chance to connect with other gardening enthusiasts.

6. Custom Garden Sign: Commission a custom garden sign that celebrates your mom's love for native plants. It can be made of wood, metal, or ceramic, with the name of her garden or a meaningful quote engraved. This will add a personal touch and serve as a beautiful addition to her garden.

7. Native Plant Book Collection: Search for a selection of books dedicated to native plant gardening or the importance of native plants in ecology. Choose books that cover a broad range of topics, including cultivation guides, design ideas, and conservation practices. This collection will be a valuable resource for your mom's ongoing learning and inspire her further.

Remember, the most meaningful gift is one that shows you understand and appreciate your mom's passion. Consider her individual preferences, and choose something that will not only bring joy but also enable her to continue her journey of learning about and cultivating native plants.

Or you can get her a star map with the date when she was born.

Alice Dickinson says about Under Lucky Stars star maps:

“I made a map for my mums birthday and she absolutely loved it. Definitely buying another one soon, probably for another family member or friend”