We all know someone with the best intentions and the worst luck with houseplants — the person whose every fern meets a quiet end. For them, a living plant is a gift with a countdown. An artificial plant is the perfect answer: all the joy of greenery and none of the guilt. Here are gift ideas that always land well.
A cheerful desk plant
A small desk plant is a brilliant, affordable gift for a colleague, teacher or friend. It brightens a workspace, needs zero care and survives even the darkest office corner. Pop it in a pretty pot and it is ready to give.
An elegant orchid
Real orchids intimidate even keen gardeners. A real-touch artificial orchid gives all the elegance — sculptural stems, waxy blooms — with no risk of it sulking out of flower. It is a sophisticated gift for a new home or a special thank-you.
Fuss-free succulents and cacti
Faux succulents and cacti are ideal for the plant-killer in your life: on-trend, characterful and impossible to overwater. A little cluster in matching pots makes a charming, low-cost gift set.
A statement plant for a new home
For a bigger occasion like a housewarming, a handsome floor plant or small tree makes a generous, lasting gift that instantly furnishes a room. It is the kind of present that gets remembered every time they walk past it.
Why it is the kindest choice
The best thing about gifting faux greenery is that it removes the pressure. Nobody has to remember to water it, and it will not quietly die and make them feel bad. It is a gift that keeps looking good with zero effort. Browse plant gift ideas across our full range, with free UK delivery over £30.
