Best Holiday Gifts for Gardeners — Katie Oglesby, Kitchen Garden Design, Wisconsin & Illinois

Happy holidays! It’s that time of year again, where everyone is bustling around buying presents and preparing for the upcoming holidays (which always sneak up quicker than I expect!).

If you've got a gardener in your life, here's my guide to the perfect holiday gifts for gardeners.

(Pssst... these are also great gift ideas if you need to treat yourself this holiday season. Just sayin.')

Women placing garden seeds into a terra cotta pot filled with soil.

Before we get to the best gifts for gardeners. . .

Let’s take a moment to pause. We all know how stressful this time of year can be, but I’ve found that setting intentions for the holiday season helps me avoid the overwhelm.

After spending a year focusing on meaningful goals with my Garden-to-Table membership community, I’ve made a decision—I’m not buying any stuff for gifts this year.

Will you join me? No socks, no cute mugs, and definitely no pre-packaged gift baskets.

Instead, let’s share the gift of gardening this holiday season!

Whether it’s homemade treats from your garden or setting someone up to start or elevate their own, it’s a gift that truly gives back. Need inspiration?

Check out my top recommendations for the best gardening gifts this year!

Harvesting potatoes from the garden with a garden trowel and placing it into a wicker harvest basket.

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Gifts for Gardeners

KATIE’S GARDEN-TO-TABLE GUIDEBOOK

The Garden to Table Guidebook makes the perfect Christmas gift for anyone looking to embrace a more sustainable, healthy lifestyle. It guides readers through planning and growing their own garden tailored to their food and health goals, while making the most of their available space.

Not only does it offer practical tips on composting, planting, and seed starting, but it also includes creative ways to use and preserve the harvest with delicious recipes. It's a thoughtful, inspiring gift that keeps giving throughout the year, offering a rewarding way to grow, cook, and share homegrown food.

You can grab this gift as a physical book or e-book!

GARDEN-TO-TABLE BUNDLE

The Intro to Gardening Bundle is the ultimate Christmas gift for anyone passionate about growing their own food or dreaming of starting a garden.

It includes a comprehensive 150+ page guidebook and a 4-part video series that walks through each season of gardening, ensuring year-round success.

With bonus courses on microgreens, seasonal checklists, and delicious garden-to-table recipes, it’s a gift that offers practical knowledge and inspiration.

This bundle provides everything needed to create an edible garden and enjoy the fruits of the harvest, making it a thoughtful, lasting present for garden lovers.

**USE COUPON CODE: GROW for $70 off!

KATIE’S GARDEN-TO-TABLE MEMBERSHIP

The Garden-to-Table Membership makes an ideal Christmas gift for anyone looking to live a healthier, more sustainable lifestyle.

With exclusive access to expert garden guidance, tutorial videos, and hands-on workshops, this membership offers ongoing learning and support.

Members will also enjoy garden-to-table recipes and the opportunity to connect with a thriving community of fellow gardeners.

It’s a thoughtful, unique gift that fosters personal growth, well-being, and a love for gardening all year long.

GIVE THE GIFT OF GARDEN COACHING

Are you ready to give the gift of growth this year but unsure where to start? If you want to inspire friends or family to take control of their health and dive into gardening, consider scheduling a coaching session with me—on their behalf!

I can help them figure out the best first steps to start a thriving garden or troubleshoot any challenges for seasoned gardeners. Set up a call today!

Click here to purchase a Garden Coaching Gift Card.

DIY RAISED GARDEN BEDS

Vego and Olle raised garden beds make fantastic Christmas gifts for gardening enthusiasts or anyone looking to start their own garden. These high-quality, durable beds are perfect for gardeners of all levels, offering an easy way to grow vegetables, herbs, or flowers even in smaller spaces.

Their sleek, modular designs fit beautifully into any garden or backyard setting, while their long-lasting, weather-resistant materials ensure they'll bring joy for years to come. Giving a raised bed as a gift not only encourages sustainable, homegrown food but also promotes outdoor activity and a closer connection with nature—making it a thoughtful, practical, and health-conscious holiday present.

grey vego garden beds with plants and wood panel trellis. Garden beds are sitting on top of why gravel with white square paver stones.

VERTICAL GROWING OPTIONS

Limited on space…

GARDEN TOWERS

Have y’all heard of the Garden Tower Project? Thinking you don’t have enough space to garden is a thing of the past with garden towers. If you or a loved one has been thinking about starting a garden for a while but is short on space, a garden tower is the perfect solution.

These vertical growing towers are easy to grow in and can fit into small spaces (or quickly moved out of the way thanks to wheels on the bottoms of the towers). This is such a convenient option for growing some greens or herbs right on the patio.

Stocking Stuffers for Gardeners

What gift does any new gardener need? Some of your favorite garden tools and something to grow!

GARDEN PRUNERS - Every gardener needs good quality pruning sheers. These pruning from Modern Sprout are my favorite and I use them everyday!

GARDEN GLOVES - Along with pruning shears, a quality pair of gardening gloves is essential for any gardener ready to dive in and start growing. I personally love the Barebones Leepa Garden Gloves for their comfort and durability—they’re well-made and perfect for getting the job done!

ORGANIC SEEDS - Share your favorite varieties to grow with a new gardener by gifting seeds from:

・Eden Brothers (Your one-stop shop for all things gardening. Eden Brothers is my go-to for non-GMO organic seeds. Their variety is unmatched and the quality is top-notch)

・High Mowing Seeds (100% organic seeds with vegetable, flower, herb, and cover crop seeds available, as well as a great selection of supplies for seed starting).

・Botanical Interests (They’ll always have you covered with a great variety of quality seeds. And remember, if you don’t want to pick out seeds for someone else, you can always send a gift card!)

Gifts for Gardeners: The Garden-to-Table Chef

ELEVATE GARDEN-TO-TABLE RECIPES WITH SMITHEY COOKWARE

From cast iron skillets, grill pans, and dutch ovens to carbon steel woks, every piece of Smithey Cookware is hand forged and designed to last a lifetime. This is the perfect gift for a gardener who's also an aspiring garden-to-table chef.

You can use this cookware on any stove top (yes, even electric!), in the oven, on the grill, or right over a campfire. I’ve been buying one piece of Smithey Cookware per year to add to my collection.

Ever since the sourdough class with my garden-to-table group members, I’ve been using my Dutch oven to bake fresh loaves of sourdough on the weekend. There is nothing cozier! Smithey Cookware is functional, beautiful, versatile, and durable and made in the USA.

GROW MICROGREENS

Make wilty grocery-store greens a thing of the past with High Mowing Microgreens Kit. How convenient would it be to freshly harvest microgreens for your morning smoothie right in your kitchen?

High Mowing growing kits make the whole process as easy as possible making them perfect gift for garden newbies. My favorite microgreens to grow are broccoli, basil, and sunflower

PRESERVE YOUR HARVEST EASILY IN MASON JARS

Electric Mason Jar Vacuum Sealer is a fantastic tool for anyone who enjoys preserving their garden harvest, making it an ideal Christmas gift. I use this handy device to vacuum-seal mason jars, extending the shelf life of homemade sauces, jams, pickles, dried herbs, and more.

It's perfect for gardeners who want to savor their fresh produce all year round while reducing food waste. Compact and easy to use, an electric mason jar sealer helps maintain the freshness and flavor of garden-to-table creations, making it both a practical and thoughtful gift for the holidays.

Gifts for Non-Toxic Living

GIFTS FOR BODY & HOME

Katie Oglesby Garden Inspired Candle - Bring the essence of garden tranquility to the one’s you love home.

Designed to transport your senses to the heart of a bountiful kitchen garden, this hand-crafted candle is infused with the fresh and vibrant aromas of nature's abundance.

katie oglesby candles in green ceramic candle holder.

Primally Pure products are made with real, natural, organic ingredients carefully sourced from family-owned farms, and they are the basis of my daily skincare routine. Get that healthy holiday glow for a little cheaper by using code KATIEOGLESBY10 for 10% off at checkout.
Vibrant Blue Oils are high-quality oil blends formulated to balance key organs and systems of the body. These oils are designed to promote healing and are excellent for supporting the body. I personally love the parasympathetic bend – it's on my desk and I use it daily.
Prana Mat makes a wonderful Christmas gift for anyone looking to prioritize wellness and relaxation. Designed with acupressure points, this mat helps relieve stress, reduce muscle tension, and improve circulation, making it perfect for unwinding after a long day in the garden or a busy holiday season.

Its thoughtful design and health benefits make it a unique and meaningful gift for anyone seeking balance and relaxation. GIFT CODE: katiemoglesby for 15% off your order.

Finding the perfect Christmas gift for the gardener in your life can be both thoughtful and practical. From durable raised garden beds and electric mason jar sealers to wellness-focused tools like the Prana mat, these gifts not only support their passion for growing and preserving food but also encourage relaxation and self-care. Whether they’re just starting out or seasoned gardeners, these gifts will enhance their gardening experience and bring joy throughout the year. This holiday season, give a gift that nurtures both their love for the garden and their well-being.