Tis the season to begin shopping for gifts in earnest, and did you know that there's a bevy of indie gardening brands on Amazon?
The inimitable Dolly Levi once told us that ‘Money, pardon the expression, is like manure. It's not worth a thing unless it's spread around, encouraging young things to grow.’ And so, if you’re on the hunt for one of those Christmas gifts that really makes someone’s heart sing, look no further than the small businesses using Amazon to sell their products.
All the click-and-order convenience of a typical online shopping session, combined with the knowledge that your dime is being put to good use – it’s a win-win! From birdhouses to specialty seeds, rain chains to bee cups, there's truly something here to suit all tastes and budgets.
And, if you’re the kind of person who thrives on chaos, they all work beautifully as last-minute garden gifts, too…
1. 23 Bees
Passionate about quality, sustainable process, and unique design, 23 Bees is one of those indie gardening brands on Amazon that promises quality every single time.
Whether you prefer to purchase one of their planters, hemp wick candles, or stunning eco-friendly birdhouses, this carefully curated collection of products oozes quiet luxury in the best possible way.
2. Back to the Roots
It doesn't matter if you want to grow your own mushrooms, set up a row of windowsill planters, or even watch microgreens flourish atop a fish tank, Back to the Roots has all bases covered.
Everything in the range is completely organic, convenient, and easy enough for even the greenest gardeners to get to grips. And who doesn't love the idea of growing their own crops indoors, eh?
3. Monarch Rain Chains Store
We've waxed lyrical about rain chains before, and little wonder; inspired by a centuries-old Japanese garden feature, they guide rainwater gently through a series of cups, links, or sculptural chains and into a water butt or rain barrel.
The Monarch Rain Chains Store knows that there's more to these chains than practicality alone, though. They've created a range of beautifully striking water features that let you harvest every single raindrop in style.
4. Savannah Bee Company
Every good gardener will have their own method when it comes to soothing hands that feel rough after gardening.
The Savannah Bee Company, though, ups the ante with its range of goodies crafted from ethically-sourced honey and botanical goodies – which means you can keep hardworking hands happy and healthy (and smelling beautiful, too).
5. Birds Choice
If you know someone who wants to get birds flocking to their backyard, be sure to pay a visit to Birds Choice when you're shopping for their holiday gift.
One of those indie gardening brands on Amazon that truly stands out, their mission is to turn every garden into a bird sanctuary with their selection of feeders, bird baths, bird houses, and more.
Better still? They're all genuinely pretty, too!
6. Home Grown
If you're the sort of person who likes to gift seed packets, safe in the knowledge that someone will be treated to a blooming garden in the months ahead, you need to pay Home Grown a visit.
Their shop on Amazon is packed to bursting with seeds galore, but there's also an array of clever kits, too, so you can gift someone the chance to grow a bonsai tree from seed or a herb garden of their very own.
7. Oakadoaks
If you know someone who plants by the moon and puts their faith in the stars, then Oakadoaks is absolutely one of the best indie gardening brands on Amazon for you.
The husband and wife duo love crafting gorgeous home decor, and we're particularly fond of their moon planters and wind chimes. Nothing like a touch of celestial magic, eh?
8. Bee Cups Store
An ecological artist, Jen Rose is also a scientist who has studied the habits (and even the feet) of bees, to patent an ultraviolet glaze she invented for her popular Bee Cups on Amazon.
They are, quite honestly, the perfect vessel for attracting bees – not to mention a place for them to safely stop, drink the water they need, and rest without drowning. And they're incredibly beautiful, too, so they make perfect holiday gifts for wildlife lovers.
9. Rosy Soil
One of the lesser known indie gardening brands on Amazon, Rosy Soil is on a mission to make sustainable gardening more accessible to everyone.
All of their eco-friendly soils have been created by horticultural scientists to ensure you get something that gives your plants the best possible start, with the lowest possible environmental footprint, too.
10. Nature Gear
Nature Gear is one of those small businesses that does exactly what it says on the tin: it provides nature-inspired designs for everyday enjoyment.
Personally, we're most besotted with their selection of vibrant, hand-blown glass hummingbird feeders, which add color to your garden while providing everything you need to keep hummingbirds fed and happy.
No wonder so many reviews say they're ideal for bird enthusiasts and art lovers alike, eh?
11. Gardenuity
We love that Gardenuity was set up in order to ensure gardening could be accessible to everyone, whether they have a backyard, a terrace, a balcony, or even just a sunny windowsill.
All you have to do is choose from one of the indie brand's giftable gardens, whether it's the taco toppings kit, the patio herb garden, or even the one packed with cocktail-making ingredients. Fun!
And just like that, you have our pick of the best indie gardening brands on Amazon to support and shop from this holiday season.
They're the sort of gifts that are guaranteed to put a smile on any gardener's face. And hey, anything that encourages young things to grow is a win in our eyes!
