Do you have an organic gardener in your life, or do you know someone that loves to spend time outdoors and cares about our planet? It can be difficult to find gifts that are eco-friendly, so here is a list with some ideas to help you get started.
Growing Kits
If you want to help a gardener-to-be get a head start on this year's garden, buy an organic growing kit. You can find them online or at any organic nursery. You can even buy a growing kit that is specifically geared towards a certain crop yield, such as a strawberry or herb growing kit, or you can buy one with a certain goal in mind, such as a butterfly garden. This is a great way to tailor your gift to the person.
Reusable Bags
If you’re shopping for an earth-friendly coworker, why not help him or her stock up on reusable bags? This helps cut down on the amount of plastic bags in our landfills and recycling centers and they are much more stylish to carry. Reusable bags are sturdier, larger, and earth-friendly. They are also great for beach vacations, trips to the farmers market, or as craft bags. You get bonus points if you buy a reusable bag that was locally produced out of organic material.
Handmade Crafts
For the friend or family member who already has everything, try a homemade gift. For example, if you are a knitter or crocheter, make him or her a nice scarf or blanket. Use organic and all natural materials to create something that shows how much you care for your gift recipient and for our planet. Check the labels on your crafting materials to ensure you are buying and using natural, organic materials, or you can create something using materials you find in your own backyard.
The Gift That Keeps On Giving
If you have a friend or coworker who loves to grow things, sign them up for an heirloom seed subscription service. You can support sustainable agriculture by choosing an organic, sustainable subscription service. The service will mail out a different heirloom seed packages every month to your gift recipient so he or she can help the planet while growing something of his or her own. The recipient get a new gift every month, so this is a gift that truly keeps on giving all year round.
