Father’s Day is the perfect occasion to celebrate the green thumb in your family. If your dad is a passionate gardener, Applewood Nursery & Landscape Supply has a wide array of thoughtful and practical gifts to make his gardening experience even more enjoyable. Here are our top gift ideas for garden loving dads this Father’s Day:
Perennial Plants – The Gift That Returns Every Year
Azaleas
Azaleas are the perfect Father’s Day plant for their stunning, vibrant blooms in various colors, symbolizing love and care. They are minimal maintenance, thriving in partial shade with well-drained, acidic soil, making them suitable for all gardener experience levels.
Karl Foerster Reed Grass
Karl Foerster Reed Grass is another great Father’s Day gift choice due to its elegant, feathery plumes and striking vertical growth that adds beauty and structure to any garden. This popular, low-maintenance, drought-tolerant grass thrives in various soil conditions and requires minimal care.
Hostas
Always a winner, Hostas are shade-loving plants with lush foliage, perfect for adding texture to any garden. Hostas come in a variety of sizes, colors, and textures, making them versatile and popular choices for any garden.
Garden Tools – Make Gardening Easier for Dad
For the garden-loving dad in your life, consider gifting him a set of essential gardening tools this Father’s Day. A high-quality trowel for digging and planting, pruners for trimming and shaping plants, a weeder for removing weeds without damaging his beloved flora, and a cultivator for aerating soil and mixing in compost will make his gardening tasks easier and more enjoyable. These practical and durable tools are perfect for both novice and experienced gardeners, helping your dad maintain a beautiful and thriving garden while reminding him of your thoughtful gift each time he uses them.
Herb Starts – Enhance Cooking with Home Grown Herbs
Herb starts are a superb Father’s Day gift, offering the opportunity to enhance cooking with homegrown herbs while adding beauty to the garden. With varieties like basil for vibrant pesto, thyme for hearty soups and stews, rosemary for savory roasts, and mint for refreshing drinks and desserts, herb starts provide a diverse palette of flavors for culinary exploration. Each time the dads in your life tend to their herb garden, they’ll not only enjoy the satisfaction of homegrown herbs but also cherish the thoughtful gift that elevates his culinary creations and garden space.
Bird Feeders and Seed – Bring Feathered Friends to The Yard
For the garden and bird-loving dad, bird feeders and seed from Applewood Nursery & Landscape Supply are the perfect Father’s Day gifts to bring feathered friends to the yard. With various feeder types like hopper feeders for larger bird species, tube feeders for smaller birds, and platform feeders for ground-feeding species, there is something to attract all kinds of birds. Choose from suet, sunflower seeds, nyjer seeds, or mixed seeds to cater to different bird preferences. Positioning feeders near trees or shrubs ensures bird safety, while regular cleaning prevents disease, ensuring a delightful bird-watching experience for dad.
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Garden Décor – Add Some Flair to Your Spaces
Garden décor from our garden center makes the perfect Father’s Day gift to add flair to any outdoor space. Choose from items like garden gnomes for whimsy, wind chimes for soothing sounds, and solar-powered garden lights for illumination. Crafted from weather-resistant materials for durability and featuring eco-friendly solar options, these décor pieces are both stylish and sustainable. Place them strategically to complement plant arrangements and use lighting to highlight key garden features, creating a charming and inviting atmosphere for dad to enjoy.
Quality Mulch and Soil – Revamp the Yard & Garden
Revitalize your dad’s yard and garden with the perfect Father’s Day gift of premium mulch and soil from our garden center. Choose from options like organic compost for nutrient-rich vegetable gardens, topsoil for lush flower beds and lawns, or specialized blends tailored to specific plants such as roses or succulents. This gift offers numerous benefits, including improved soil structure and fertility, moisture retention, weed suppression, and enhanced plant health and growth. Application is easy, whether it is applying a layer of mulch around plants or thoroughly mixing soil amendments into existing soil.
Gift Card – Let Dad Pick What He Wants
Make your dad’s day with a gift card to our garden center, letting him pick precisely what he wants. It is the perfect present, offering flexibility and convenience while allowing him to choose from a wide array of products such as plants, tools, décor, and more. Whether he is eyeing premium mulch and soil to enhance the garden or seeking out quality garden décor to add flair, a gift card ensures he gets exactly what he needs for his gardening endeavors. For an extra thoughtful touch, pair the gift card with a personalized card or a small plant, making it a heartfelt gesture that celebrates his green thumb and gardening passion.
Annuals – Bring Dad an Arrangement or Make One Together
Annual flowers, known for their dazzling colors and ability to bloom throughout the season, offer Dad the opportunity to create a stunning floral display or arrangement in his garden. Whether he is passionate about gardening or looking to start a new hobby, annuals provide endless possibilities for creativity and expression. Surprise dad by selecting his favorite varieties, from cheerful marigolds, and zinnias, to elegant petunias. Bring him flowers or spend quality time together arranging this Father’s Day.
Happy Father’s Day to all the plant loving dads out there from all of us at Applewood Nursery & Landscape Supply, Your One-Stop Landscape Shop!