RHS Plantable Gifts: Sustainable Ideas for Garden Lovers

RHS Plantable Gifts: Sustainable Ideas for Garden Lovers

Start the year or the festive season on a green note with innovative sustainable gifts that nurture the planet.

Why Plantable Products Make Great Gifts

These plantable gifts are a thoughtful way to care for the environment while surprising loved ones with something unique. Each product is made from 100 percent recycled paper embedded with either vegetable, herb or wildflower seeds. After each month is out and you’ve used your calendar simply plant the paper and watch your gift bloom. Proudly made in the UK these products also help to reduce your carbon footprint while supporting local production.

RHS A4 Veg and Herb Seed Desk Calendar

The RHS A4 Sustainable Plantable Veg and Herb Desk Calendar is more than just a calendar. Each month reveals a seed paper insert for different vegetables like aubergine, little gem lettuce and tomatoes, and herbs like basil, parsley and dill. It comes complete with an easy-to-follow set of instructions so you can sow nurture and harvest your own homegrown delights. This calendar is perfect for foodies, gardeners or anyone who loves to grow their own produce.

RHS A5 Wildflower Seed Desk Calendar

The RHS A5 Plantable Wildflower Desk Calendar is a smaller yet equally charming option. Compact enough for any desk it contains monthly seed paper inserts with pollinator friendly blooms like ox eye daisy cornflower Blue Boy marigold Bonita Mix poppy and Sweet William. These cheerful blooms brighten any garden balcony or window box and are a gift that keeps on giving while supporting Barnardo’s charitable work.

RHS Plantable Eco Friendly Dinner Table Crackers

If calendars aren’t your thing you can add an eco-friendly twist to your Christmas table with the RHS Plantable Christmas Dinner Crackers. Each cracker is made with wildflower embedded seed paper and includes a paper hat an RHS fact and a classic festive joke. Once the fun is over simply plant the cracker paper to grow wildflowers that will bring colour and joy to your garden long after the holiday season has passed. These crackers make a wonderful choice for eco conscious families and hosts who want a zero waste celebration that still feels special.

What to do when planting your seed paper

To plant and grow your seed paper, start by tearing it into small pieces and soaking them in water to wake up the seeds. Place the pieces in a pot or a sunny spot in the garden with well-draining soil, pressing them gently into the surface. Cover with a light layer of soil, about an eighth to a quarter of an inch, and water well. Keep the soil consistently moist, but not soggy, and make sure the area gets plenty of sunlight. In just a few weeks, you’ll start to see the first signs of growth.

If you’re in need of some tools to get your seed paper planting journey going, we might have just the thing for you. Check out some of the product we have featured in our garden section.