Plants to Give as Gifts: 9 of the Best

It isn't easy to find a gift that can last the test of time, but giving indoor plants online is one way to try. Perhaps the most crucial aspect of selecting a houseplant as a gift is knowing your receiver. A water-loving succulent might gift ideal for a busy friend on the go, whilst a shade-tolerant fern would be more suited in a shady apartment with a caring owner. Consider a unique choice that will put the recipient's talents to the test if they are already a plant enthusiast. In any case, a ceramic pot and a bag of suitable soil might be an excellent addition to your chosen plant.

Here are ten houseplants that will make a lasting impression as a thoughtful present.

1 Christmas Cactus (Schlumbergera bridgesii)

The Christmas cactus is a succulent with stunning winter blossoms that makes an excellent gift plant. Its stunning flowering display may lead you to believe it is a finicky plant. It thrives in regular potting soil and enjoys sunny, indirect light. Though succulents are drought-tolerant, this tropical native enjoys a consistent watering plan, especially during its blooming season in late fall and winter. Plant it in a hanging planter that allows its limbs to droop to promote additional development.

2 Jade Plant (Crassula argentea)

The jade plant is a huge succulent ideal for someone who has learned the art of caring for smaller succulents and cacti. Once it reaches a certain height, it resembles a tree due to its woody trunk. The jade plant has little needs other than occasional watering and a bright window. Trying to promote vertical growth may be performed by frequently cutting its heavy leaves to minimize weight. Trimming also displays its distinctive trunk, which its mushy leaves would otherwise obscure.

3 Moth Orchid (Phalaenopsis spp.)

For some reason, the orchid has become a poster child for finicky houseplants, which may deter you from giving these lovely flowering order plants online as a gift. Commercial orchid types, on the other hand, are hardy and easy to grow with moderate care. The climate is most important—orchids require moist, temperate temperatures with partial, indirect light. It can be difficult to get orchids to rebloom, but diminishing light and temperatures signal the start of the process. As long as the temperature goes below 55 degrees, leaving them outside overnight in the fall can be an excellent method to generate these conditions.

4 Paperwhite  (Narcissus papyraceus)

Some people are simply not interested in having houseplants around for an extended period, and paperwhite flowers are a perfect present for anyone who fits this description. These flowers won't stay forever, but they'll outlast cut flowers by a long shot and give your recipient some of the benefits of plant ownership. Paperwhites are a daffodil variety that grows from bulbs and blooms out of season. The roots must be maintained moist, but once they begin to bloom, there isn't much going wrong. After they've run their course, they can be transplanted outside.

5 Bird's Nest Fern (Asplenium nidus)

The bird's nest fern is a unique present for anyone who lives in a dark home or apartment. Where other, sun-loving plants might struggle. It's a resilient fern that likes to live on forest floors, where the air is chilly and wet. It thrives in damp, well-draining soil and enjoys being misted. This doesn't necessarily necessitate the use of a misting bottle; spraying it in the sink or hanging it near a frequently used shower would suffice.

6 Norfolk Island Pine (Araucaria heterophylla)

As a modest, sustainable Christmas tree, the Norfolk Island pine is an excellent choice. Unlike most cut Christmas trees, they can be purchased in a pot and will survive as houseplants for many years. It's vital to remember that they're not actual pine trees, despite their look. These tropical natives, unlike a pine or fir tree, will not live in cold regions. They prefer a consistent watering routine and plenty of sunlight indoors.

7 Corn Plant (Dracaena fragrans)

Another great idea for someone who lives in an apartment or house with a lot of shade is a maize plant. It grows slowly but can reach a height of four to six feet, making it an attractive floor plant in a large pot when mature. Their leaves change color depending on how much sun they get, turning a lighter green in bright sunshine to reflect the excess light and darker green in shaded settings to maximize solar absorption. They bear a wide range of lighting conditions and watering schedules.

8 Snake Plant (Dracaena trifasciata)

The snake plant is an eye-catching houseplant that makes a great present for new plant owners who don't know how to keep a plant alive. It's a resilient species that thrive in almost any environment. It prefers strong light, but it isn't bothered by shadow or artificial light. It retains water with extraordinary efficiency because of its thick, meaty leaves, making it drought resilient. The snake plant favors being forgotten rather than overwatered. And it's an excellent gift plant for anyone who forgets about it regularly.

9 Resurrection Plant (Selaginella lepidophylla)

The resurrection plant is a one-of-a-kind present because of its amazing capacity to come back to life right before your eyes. This Mexican dessert native has adapted to endure extreme drought by curling into a ball and surviving in this dead form for years at a time. The wind can carry it across the arid landscape in its spherical form to regions with water. It will revive in a shallow bowl of water in your home within hours, unfurling and converting into a verdant, green moss.