Think About Wonderful Gifts For Your Gardening Enthusiast

December is just around the corner and it's the biggest holiday of the year. Oh, and how we rack our brains to figure out what gifts to give to different people. We all know that in our lives we have been the recipient of that gift when we open it, look around the room and ask, "What were you thinking when you gave me this?"

There are times when you have to be creative! Gifting to gardeners and friends with similar interests is easy. Here are some ideas to keep in mind this season when looking for something special for that avid gardener in your life.

When choosing a gift, it is good to know who you are buying for and what kind of gardener you are. Some are beginners, others are more advanced and some are better houseplants; Others stand out in large areas. There are others who are interested in the world of gardening but don't want to get out there and get their hands dirty. There is a gift for everyone.

A common seasonal gift is a live plant. of course. We all know the wonderful poinsettias with their vibrant bursts of color in red, white, purple and many other variations. Amaryllis are known for their large flowers on tall stems. Christmas cacti are delightful with unique flowers that only seem to bloom during the holidays. There are many other types of flowering plants such as anthuriums, kalanchoes, chrysanthemums, guadillas, hibiscus and African violets. Some are seasonal and others can be grown year-round, but they make wonderful gifts for anyone.

For serious gardeners who enjoy the outdoors, tool kits to consider. There are many packages you can put together to make the perfect gift. Take a gardening basket, tweezers, scissors, gardening gloves and a small hoe or hammer. These are the tools that people use every day when working on the construction site, and they are old and need to be replaced from time to time. Add a knee brace for that personal touch that makes the knees a little lighter.

For those who love indoor gardening, think of fun things you can do with those people. Maybe they like terrariums, where you can put a bag with potting soil, seedlings and stones. A small book on terrarium art would be a perfect addition to this type of article. Maybe a new watering can with a little hand sprinkler to escape those hardy plants. Houseplant fertilizers and pesticides always help to maintain the health of any plant. There are thousands of indoor plant books available that will make it more enjoyable, especially during the cold winter months.

Some people like to start a new garden at home if they love the art of cooking. There are also wonderful mushroom boxes for growing mushrooms for that creative home cook. There is nothing better than fresh produce to cook with!

Maybe the person you're looking for isn't particularly fond of gardening with their hands and likes to experiment with the outdoors. There are those who like to watch birds and are interested in this genre. There are beautiful birdhouses and feeders that can be found in various designs to suit the taste of the perfect person. Add a large bowl of birdseed, some bird seed, a good ID book, and maybe some binoculars. For those who want to record the various sightings, add a little journal to your garden to remember the names and dates of these amazing creatures.

Garden art is also a good addition, but be careful, not everything you like will appeal to the recipient. If you don't know the person well, this can be a difficult place. One of the best examples would be wind sounds. Many like it, but there are those who can't stand it, they are making noise. I'm one of those people who only admire big bells that ring like deep cathedral bells. I love this deep drone in windy weather, but I don't mind the little bits that look like broken glass. Something about these little kids bothers me more than it amuses me. There are many other accessories in the garden such as statues, birdbaths, paintings, stands and glassware. But be careful which garden you choose, otherwise "what were you thinking?" watch out!

However, reference books are useful for gift gardening. Everyone loves browsing gardening books, whether they're trying to come up with ideas for a new landscape or looking for unique plant materials that will work well in their garden. A garden magazine subscription also makes a great gift that lasts all year, and if you like it so much, you can renew the subscription next year for the next gift. The best options include gardening, good gardening, vegetables and birds and flowers. Trust me, there is a garden magazine for everyone you know.

If you can't find the perfect gift for that gardener in your life, there's always a gift certificate to that gardener's favorite nursery. When the new planting season arrives, these certificates are suitable to cover the costs of new plants planted each season. I save a few every year and these will definitely ease the pain of debt to come!

Choosing the perfect gift doesn't have to be difficult, put your creativity to work and find something special for that special someone. Take your time and shop around and you're sure to find an unforgettable item that doesn't offer any confusing surprises. Most of all, have fun!