Top Garden Gifts: Tools, Treasures, and AZ-Inspired Apparel

By: Angela Judd | December 4, 2024

These are my top garden gifts that I love using in my own garden. I’m including a couple of my new shop products that I hope you’ll love—I loved creating them for you. The “Arizona Gardeners are Hot” t-shirts are my nod to those gardeners in tough growing conditions here in the low desert. Whether you’re shopping for a fellow gardener or treating yourself, I hope you find something here that brings as much joy to your garden as it has to mine.

Arizona Gardeners Are Hot T-Shirts

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Talk about making a statement—literally. The “Arizona Gardeners Are Hot” t-shirts are not just about fashion; they’re a badge of honor for anyone who’s braved the Arizona heat while growing a garden. Gardening in Arizona is challenging, but we can do it! Let’s celebrate what makes our low desert climate unique. Join the movement with the hashtag #arizonagardenersarehot, and let’s show the world that we’ve got this!

My New Flower Guide

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I’m thrilled to introduce my new Flower Guide. It’s not just for Arizona gardeners; it’s for anyone looking to add beauty to their lives (and maybe their front porch). Gardeners will love the detailed planting and growing information, including when to plant so that you can enjoy beautiful blooms in your garden and stunning cut flowers to bring inside or share with friends. If you live in the low desert of Arizona I hope this makes your list for top garden gifts this year.

Copper Bird Bath

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This gorgeous Copper Bird Bath is one of the best additions to my garden. It’s well-made, with an 18-inch diameter basin that’s artisan-hammered from pure, polished copper. The decorative lip isn’t just for looks—it gives birds a perfect perch to sip and splash. It’s both functional and a stunning piece of art that adds a touch of elegance to any garden.

Burpee SuperSeed Trays

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If you’re into starting your plants from seeds like I am, the Burpee SuperSeed Trays are a game-changer. With large, flexible pop-out cells, these trays make indoor seed starting a breeze. They’re easy to fill, water from the bottom, and when your seedlings are ready, just pop them out—no fuss. Plus, they’re dishwasher safe, so cleanup is a cinch. I have other trays, but I keep reaching for these because they make the whole process so much easier.

Back to the Roots Heirloom Organic Seeds

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Are you starting a garden or looking to expand your seed collection? The Back to the Roots Heirloom Organic Seeds pack is perfect. With 30 varieties of herbs, fruits, and veggies, it’s a fantastic starter set and top garden gift for new gardeners or anyone wanting flesh out their seed supply. All seeds are 100% organic, non-GMO, and grown in the USA. It’s a little bit of everything to get you growing.

Roses from Heirloom Roses

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In 2020, I planted my first roses, and by last year, I had added 12 more to my garden. Now, I’m scouting for more spots because I’m hooked! I get all my roses from Heirloom Roses—they offer the highest quality, disease-free, own-root roses grown to last a lifetime. If you’ve considered adding roses to your garden, my vote is yes! Use code GARDENAZ24 for 20% off any rose order now through December 31, 2024 and start your own rose journey.

Freyr Trellis

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I have to tell you about the Freyr Trellis—I love it so much that I added four of them to my garden! It’s beautiful, built to last, and makes vertical gardening a breeze. The Freyr Trellis is designed to support your crops using strings. If you’re looking to maximize your space and add some elegance to your garden, this trellis is a game-changer. It not only supports your plants but also enhances the overall look of your garden.

Leather Garden Tool Belt

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The Leather Garden Tool Belt. Made from 100% full-grain leather, this tool belt is not just for gardeners but also florists, artists, painters, farmers—anyone who needs their tools ready. It ages gracefully and provides an adjustable fit. It’s perfect for holding garden scissors, pruners, pliers, and handheld tools.

Cast Iron Rain Gauge

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This Cast Iron Decorative Rain Gauge Stake makes the list for top gifts for gardeners because it is both heavy-duty and beautiful. Standing at 32 inches (81cm), it’s a lovely addition to the garden—now I just need it to rain! But seriously, it’s a functional piece that adds character, and when the rain does come, it’s ready to measure.

The Food Forward Garden by Christian Douglas

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Easily one of the top gardening books I’ve read: The Food Forward Garden: A Complete Guide to Designing and Growing Edible Landscapes by Christian Douglas. It’s practical, inspiring, and filled with gorgeous photos that get my garden designer wheels spinning. It’s equal parts inspiration and instruction, packed with ideas on how to make better use of our outdoor spaces without sacrificing style. If you’re looking to reimagine your garden and make it both beautiful and bountiful, I can’t recommend this book enough.

GreenStalk Vertical Garden Planter

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This year, I’ve been growing garlic, onions, anemones, and broccoli in GreenStalk Vertical Garden Planters, and it’s been fantastic. It’s such an easy way to add extra garden space. You can grow just about anything in it—vegetables, herbs, flowers, you name it!

Made in East Tennessee, this five-tier vertical planter helps you maximize your growing area without sacrificing style. If you’re looking to make the most of your space, I highly recommend giving it a go. Use Code GITG10 to save.

This year, these top garden gifts have brought joy, ease, and beauty to my gardening life. I hope they do the same for you or the garden lover in your life. Happy gardening, and here’s to making our gardens—and our lives—a little more beautiful!