INSIDE : What better gift than the gift a living thing! Learn how to wrap and gift plants to friends and family. Also download simple leaf printable plant tags to include with your plant present.
I used to think boyfriends would really KNOW me if they gave me plants instead of flowers – ha! Well, fast forward 20 years and I still feel like houseplants are the most amazing gifts to give people.
Plus, I also made fun little leaf printable plant tags to include with your plant gifts. You can get them at the bottom of the post.
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There is something about gifting plants that is just magical. Add onto that being able to present your plant in a fun and lovely way and it’s icing on the cake!
Being able to give a wrapped potted plant is easier than you think and there are numerous ways to accomplish that look which I will share below.
I designed plant tags in both black and white or you can download them in green.
Giving potted plants as gifts is always a great idea A living plant can brighten up someone’s space and last for years with proper care But simply handing over a plant in its plastic nursery pot lacks thought and creativity. Taking the time to wrap or decorate the pot elevates your gift to something extra special.
With a few simple materials and techniques, you can easily turn an ordinary potted plant into a personalized, creative gift your recipient will truly appreciate. Here are some fun and memorable ways to wrap and present potted plants as one-of-a-kind gifts.
Pick Fun Wrapping Materials
Skip the regular wrapping paper and get creative with different materials to wrap plant pots. Some ideas include:
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Burlap – Wrap sections of burlap around the pot and tie in place with a complementary ribbon. Burlap gives a natural, rustic look.
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Fabric scraps – Use leftover fabric, cloth napkins, handkerchiefs, or even an old shirt to wrap pots. Secure with a rubber band or ribbon.
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Socks – Slip a pot inside a colorful patterned sock for instant wrapping.
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Paper – Decorate terra cotta pots by wrapping them with scrapbook paper or pages from old books secured with tape or glue.
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Paint – Unleash your creativity by painting fun designs directly onto plain terra cotta pots.
Incorporate Natural Elements
Add natural materials like twigs vines moss, leaves, etc. to your potted plant gift for organic wrapping. Some ideas
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Wrap pots with sections of grapevine or twigs tied together with jute or twine.
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Cover pots with a layer of moss for an earthy look.
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Use large fern leaves or banana leaves as unconventional wrapping “paper.”
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Attach sprigs of herbs like rosemary or lavender around pots with floral wire or ribbon.
Pick Playful Containers
Sometimes just switching up the pot itself is all you need to turn an ordinary plant into a fun gift. Some creative container ideas include:
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Plant in teacups or mugs for a personalized touch.
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Upcycle cans, jars, or bottles by planting inside and decorating the exterior.
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Make mini terrariums using glass containers like jars or bowls.
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Plant in pineapple tops or other fruit shells for tropical flair.
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Use clothespins clipped onto dowels to hold small starter plants.
Add Handmade Touches
Showcase your DIY talents and make your plant gift extra special with these handmade ideas:
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Top pots with fabric flower corsages hot-glued in place.
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Wrap pots with paper or cloth and secure with a hand-stamped gift tag.
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Include handmade seed packets so they can grow more plants.
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Set the pot inside a greeting card made by the kids.
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Tie on gift tags shaped like botanical leaves or flowers.
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Present the plant in a hand-painted terra cotta pot.
Wrap with Seasonal Style
Plants make great holiday gifts when you incorporate seasonal wrapping themes. Some festive ideas include:
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For Christmas, use scraps of holiday fabric like red plaid or snowflake prints to wrap pots.
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Add pinecones and cinnamon sticks around pots for a natural Christmas look.
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For Easter, wrap in pastel spring fabrics accented with faux blossoms or colored eggs.
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For Mother’s Day, use pink or floral patterned papers and tie on a “Mom” gift tag.
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For fall, incorporate burlap, acorns, maple leaves and other autumnal elements.
Finishing Touches
A few last details can take your wrapped potted plant from nice to incredible. Ideas:
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Tie on curly ribbon in a complementary color.
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Include a sweet handwritten gift message with care tips.
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Tuck in a small gift like a pack of plant food or gardening gloves.
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Display the pot in a decorative basket for an extra layer.
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Sprinkle the soil with glitter for an eye-catching touch.
With a little creativity, it’s easy to transform an ordinary potted plant into an amazing gift your loved one will treasure. The next time you need a gift, look no further than your own garden or the nursery’s plant selection and use these ideas to make it special. Personalized potted plants wrapped with care make gifts anyone is sure to appreciate and remember.
How to wrap a plant with a fabric towel (or burlap):
The supplies you need to wrap a little baby kale plant with a fabric towel or burlap are very simple.
You will need:
- To wrap your kale plant, start by placing it in the center of your spread out fabric.
- Next, starting folding your fabric up at both the top and bottom and then fold the two ends to look like as if you were folding a present.
- Tuck those folded ends under your plant to create a square shape with the fabric.
4. Lastly, pretend that your kale container is the bottom portion of a gift and fold your fabric as if it was paper. Using your hot glue gun, add just a dab of hot glue to secure and hold the fabric in place! 5. Wrap a section of yarn around your planter a few times and tie in a sweet little bow.
How to wrap a plant with brown wrapping paper:
The supplies needed to wrap a miniature palm plant with brown wrapping paper are simple, but mighty.
You will need:
- Start by cutting your paper into a square shape. You can achieve this by making a triangle and cutting down any excess paper.
- Next, hot glue two opposite corners to your pot.
- Hot glue the other two opposing corners to your pot.
4. Treat your plant pot and paper like a gift wrapped present and fold and secure with a dab of hot glue to hold.
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FAQ
How to wrap a potted plant for gifts?
Wrap the Houseplant in Paper
Use festive wrapping paper, or even some patterned brown florist paper works as well. Cut a large piece of paper into a square, set the plant in the middle, and use hot glue to seal two opposite edges to the top of the pot.
How to give a potted plant as a gift?
Use gift wrap, paper, newspaper, etc. to ‘wrap’ the pot, leaving the corners standing upright, or folding them down, to create different looks. Add ribbon or twine to hold the paper in place. Use a decorative pot and set the plastic pot inside it, or repot the plant into the decorative pot.
How to package plant pots?
Packaging your plants
If your pots are heavy clay or ceramic, you may need to think about placing your plants in plastic containers (this should be done around 3 weeks before moving to give the plants enough time to adjust). You should wrap the original pots with bubble wrap and box them separately from your plants.