Symbolic Gardening Gifts for Special Occasionssubmitted on 13 February 2015
Finding the perfect gift is no easy task, but when the occasion is special, the gift must be even more so. What do you do when you find yourself in need of giving the perfect gift for a special occasion and haven’t a clue where to begin looking?
Why not give a symbolic gardening gift that has significance for the occasion and will be remembered for years to come? Here are a few suggestions to get you started on the right path.
Basil Plants to Offer Best Wishes
As we journey through life, there are times when we reach a place of new beginnings. When someone you know gets a new job, a promotion at work or moves to a whole new location you naturally want to offer best wishes. For many, many years, the basil plant has been symbolic of ‘best wishes.’
Your friend or family member will take this aromatic plant with them so that each time they get a hint of the lovely fragrance of basil, they will be reminded of you and your good wishes for them.
Myrtle to Congratulate a Newly Engaged Couples
Legend has it that Aphrodite was devoted to the Myrtle plant and so it has long been associated with love. It is customary in some parts of the world to give gifts to the newly engaged couple upon the announcement being made public.
How boring is it to give the usual household gifts that are anything but memorable? Bless their future with the gift of a myrtle plant bringing wishes of ongoing love and happiness.
Flowers for the Birth of a Baby
We are all aware of the fact that birthstones symbolise the month in which a baby is born. Much like signs of the zodiac, flowers have special meanings and each month is associated with a different flower.
When someone you know gives birth, don’t just send a floral arrangement with pink or blue ribbons. Why not send a potted birth month flower that can grow right along with baby?
Birthday Gifts with a Unique Twist
This one may take a bit of doing but there is probably a plant or flower associated with most ethnicities. For instance, the Edelweiss is most often associated with the high mountains of Switzerland and Germany, whilst many herbs and spices are symbolic of other cultures. When looking for a unique birthday gift with a twist, why not give a live flower or herb plant that is symbolic of their heritage?
If you take the time to think about it, you can find a special flower or plant that has meaning which can be attached to the occasion. Share in the special day you are celebrating by giving a unique gardening gift the recipient will long remember.
This is why we often give living plants instead of cut flowers which wither and fade. By giving a potted plant or flower, the memory will be cherished each and every time it must be watered or cared for in some way. Visit Glut.co.uk for gardening gifts with an unusual twist.
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