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Here at TerraVita, our team has been busy winterizing landscapes and prepping outdoor spaces for the deep freeze, but we know that for a true plant lover, the gardening itch doesn’t disappear when winter sets in.
While we are currently helping neighbors liven up their curb appeal with professional holiday light installations, custom winter outdoor pots, and fall leaf cleanups, we know that winter is the perfect time to cultivate your indoor plant space.
Whether you’re looking to add some life to your own living room or searching for the perfect present for the plant lovers in your life, we’ve curated the ultimate Holiday Gift Guide for Plant Lovers. Get inspiration from our plant gift guide. From hardy houseplants that thrive in low winter light to bold statement greens, these indoor plant favorites are the perfect way to keep things growing until we can get back out into the Idaho spring together.
Best Indoor Plants
1. The Snake Plant (Sansevieria)
If you’re looking for a gift that’s beautiful but low-maintenance, the Snake Plant is our top pick. In Idaho, we experience dry winters, but snake plants help regulate a room’s humidity. Snake plants are renowned for their air-purifying qualities, helping you breathe more easily and sleep more deeply.
- Why it’s a great gift: Snake Plants can tolerate low light, making them a flexible and hardy option.
- TerraVita Pro-Tip: These plants prefer to be “root-bound,” so don’t worry about repotting them right away. Let them settle into their new home first!
While Snake Plants can tolerate low light, making them a flexible and hardy option, they will thrive with light. If you don’t have a lot of natural light, a grow light is a perfect addition.
2. The Pothos Money Plant
The Pothos plant has long been known as a symbol of prosperity and good luck- its beautiful heart-shaped leaves are sure to liven up any space. Pothos thrive in medium to low light, so be sure to keep them away from direct sunlight.
- Why it’s a great gift: Pothos are easy to care for, making it a great option for beginners.
- TerraVita Pro-Tip: Because Pothos are not pet-friendly, you can easily keep them out of reach in a hanging basket.
3. Orchids
If you are looking for a pet-friendly option, Orchids are a popular choice for a plant gift. They easily adapt to their environment and tend to bloom for weeks to months at a time. Not only are orchids beautiful and adaptable, but their flower petals are also edible!
- Why it’s a great gift: Instead of a flower bouquet that will wilt after a week, give a gift that will bloom year after year.
- TerraVita Pro-Tip: Idaho winters are arid, which can cause orchid buds to drop. To keep them happy, place your orchid on a “humidity tray”—a shallow saucer filled with pebbles and a little water, being careful not to allow the orchid to sit in the water. As the water evaporates, it creates a humid microclimate.
4. African Violets
African violets thrive in indirect light and loose, well-draining soil. They are known for their beautiful purple blooms and fuzzy leaves.
- Why it’s a great gift: African Violets bloom almost year-round.
- TerraVita Pro-Tip: Avoid getting water on the leaves by watering them from the bottom. You can place the pot in a shallow saucer of water for about 20 minutes.
5. Coleus
Known for its striking foliage, the coleus plant is perfect for brightening up windowsills with its beautiful colors. While commonly planted in flower beds in Idaho, coleus also makes a great indoor plant addition.
- Why it’s a great gift: As an indoor houseplant, coleus can live for several years, making it a wonderful, long-lasting gift.
- TerraVita Pro-Tip: The coleus plant prefers lots of light. Keep it next to a window or use a grow light!
6. Succulents
Succulents are the ultimate versatile gift- they look great in a terrarium or a ceramic pot.
- Why it’s a great gift: Succulents are low-maintenance, making them perfect for the forgetful plant lover in your life.
- TerraVita Pro-Tip: Mix one part potting soil and one part sand to keep your cacti well-drained and happy.
7. Monstera
Also known as the Swiss Cheese Plant, the monstera makes for a beautiful decor plant.
- Why it’s a great gift: Relatively easy to care for, the monstera plant grows quickly, filling up your space with greenery.
- TerraVita Pro-Tip: Monstera loves to climb. Pair this gift with a bendable moss pole to give it the support it needs to grow.
Plant Related Gift Guide
1. Clear Nursery Pots
Clear nursery pots allow you to closely monitor the roots and soil of your plants.
2. Lego Orchid
If you are shopping for something that requires no upkeep, a Lego Orchid set makes for a fun and creative project that can live forever.
3. Glass Watering Spray Bottle
While a vintage-style glass mister is not the best option for watering plants (it can promote bacteria and diseases like powdery mildew), they are useful for starting seeds, and they look beautiful sitting on a shelf.
4. Grow Kits
A hydroponic growing kit is the perfect way to bring your garden indoors.