Gardening gift ideas brighten the holidays

Gardening gifts are perfect for the person who has everything because they encourage the enjoyment of plant life and flowers all year long. Whether a small, indoor herb garden or a collection of outdoor plants brought inside during the cold weather, greenery makes the holidays and the entire year brighter.

According to the National Gardening Association, more than 75 percent of Americans enjoy gardening, making it one of the most popular pastimes in the country. This holiday season, don't forget your favorite garden enthusiast. Just because the weather outside is chilly doesn't mean there aren't plenty of great gardening ideas that can be used now and all year round.

Here are some gift ideas for those dreaming of a green Christmas:

1) Oxygenated water

Plants need water, sun and nutrients to survive, but recent

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studies have shown oxygen is another key element for successful plant growth. The Enki watering system takes this knowledge and puts it right in the hands of gardeners. The enhanced watering pitcher oxygenates water by up to 150 percent, far surpassing the oxygen levels in tap water or even that of rainwater.

2) Books

Books are a great way to keep your favorite gardener educated. With the wide variety available, choose one that suits their interests. From flowers to herbs to vegetables, there are essays and informational books to encourage successful gardening. If you're not sure what they would prefer, pick a book about plants local to the region. General how-to books are also great because they can be a good reference throughout the year.

3) Classes

Gardening classes are conducted year round at gardening centers and nurseries, schools and community education centers. Why not give the gift of knowledge for the holidays? Whether for your mother, the family gardener or your cousin who just moved into a new home, the gift of a gardening class can begin to benefit them now. They might meet new people who share their interest or can help answer their questions.

4) Indoor plants and accessories

According to the National Gardener's Survey, 43 million Americans participate in some type of indoor gardening. This holiday, get that special someone something they can enjoy today. An indoor herb garden is a simple gift that is easy to care for and provides fresh herbs for cooking. Seasonal plants are great, too, and poinsettias are particularly popular for the holidays. Pair one with a watering pitcher, and you have the perfect gift that keeps giving as the plant flourishes. Special indoor gardening tools make great gifts because they are created particularly for indoor use and are helpful for successful indoor gardening.

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