THE POSITIVE EFFECT OF PLANTS AND FLOWERS
Giving and receiving flowers and plants has many positive effects for both parties involved - which is reason enough to gift plants to all of your friends, neighbours and relatives who are settling into a new home. But which plant or flower should you choose? From room-defining giants to dried bouquets and cuttings, get inspired by the 5 gift ideas below!
1. a beautifully simple houseplant
A houseplant suits every home. Of course, there are many different styles to choose from, but we recommend some plants over others as housewarming gifts because you can tailor the caretaking needs of the plant to the recipient or pick appropriate symbolism. Consider the following houseplants:
- Snake plant: this highly air-purifying and very easy-to-care-for houseplant is a desert plant that stores water in its leaves, making it resistant to drought. In terms of sunlight, this plant also has few requirements. The sturdy, green leaves give the plant a sleek yet playful and exotic look. This makes the plant suitable for many interior styles.
- Pachira: Also called Malabar chestnut, the pachira plant symbolises happiness, wealth and positive energy, exactly what you would wish to people in their new home. Pachira doesn't rely on its symbolism alone to appeal. Its striking, braided trunk and beautifully shaped leaves make this houseplant popular with many.
- Scindapsus: Scindapsus on a cabinet or on the ceiling is a great look. It's the perfect climbing and hanging plant for that 'nature takes over' look, as well as requiring little care.
- Zamioculcas zamiifolia: stylish and almost unbeatable: the Zamioculcas zamiifolia, also known as the ZZ plant, is an all-rounder with beautiful, shiny leaves. A lot or little light, a lot or little water, this powerhouse doesn't really care. Perfect for thriving independently while your loved ones spend their time assembling furniture and unpacking boxes.
- Dracaena: another plant that can take some light abandonment is Dracaena, or dragon's blood tree. This sturdy classic grows beautiful leaves on sturdy stems. It's known for being quite a tall type of plant (tell your friend to be prepared!) so you're getting a lot of bang for your buck - Dracaena makes a statement.
2. A BOUQUET THAT MATCHES THE RECIPIENT
If you'd rather give flowers as a housewarming gift then match your bouquet, if possible, with the interior of the home and go for a colourful bouquet or quiet colours accordingly. If you're not sure how the home is decorated yet, then match the flowers to your feelings, or choose flowers that suit the season. Get inspired by this sprightly summer bouquet, a lovely autumn bouquet, a fresh spring bouquet or a serene winter bouquet.
3. an invitingly large houseplant or tree for extra greenery
If your loved one's home feels bare, echoey and in need of some warmth? A large houseplant or a tree will bring nature into your home. The choice of large houseplants is huge, but these three popular XL houseplants always do the trick. Be prepared to make a grand entrance at the housewarming party if this is what you plan to give!
4. houseplant cuttings in a pretty pot
If you'd rather give an XS houseplant than an XL houseplant as a gift, then may we suggest giving a cutting? Make the housewarming gift personal by giving a cutting of your favourite houseplant. Put the cutting in a nice pot, et voilà! Need help? Find out all about plant cuttings here.
Make the housewarming gift extra personal by adding a handwritten card describing what the plant means to you and why you would like to give your friend or relative to have the cutting. For example, give a cutting of your Chinese money plant plant and put a coin in the soil, as this attracts wealth and financial prosperity and the plant itself symbolises friendship and affection. In short, a perfect housewarming gift!
5. DRIED FLOWERS FOR MONTHS OF enjoyment
Want to give a cheerful and original housewarming present that will shine for months wherever they are? Then give a gift made with dried flowers. From a dried bouquet to a wreath made with dried flowers and a special flower cloud, whatever the arrangement the recipient will enjoy it for months to come! Why not make a dried flower creation for your own home too, while you're at it?
MORE GIFT INSPIRATION
Are you into the idea of DIYing something yourself to give as a gift? Check out our tutorials for making a scented candles with flowers or an artful Kintsugi flower vase.
