Think Outside the Vase: Why Sending Plants Not Flowers is Important in 2025
Flower delivery has been a popular choice of a gift for your loved ones for over a century now. From birthdays and anniversaries to expressing condolences, flowers have always been the go-to option. However, times are changing, and people are looking for a more meaningful and long-lasting way to show appreciation, love, and affection. This is where the trend of giving potted plants over flowers comes in. So why send plants, not flowers this 2025.
Plants last longer
The biggest advantage of giving plants instead of flowers is that plants last longer. While cut flowers may remain fresh for a week or a little more, they ultimately wilt and die. On the other hand, plants can live for years if given proper care. This means your gift won't only remind your loved one of you for a few days, but it'll continue bringing them joy and happiness every day!
Environment-friendly option
Tired of toxic flowers and their long-distance journeys? Say hello to sustainable plant delivery! Did you know that those gorgeous blooms are often soaked in harmful chemicals? And don't be surprised, but a whopping half of Australia's flowers are actually imported, mainly from Kenya, Ecuador, and Colombia and in the winter months when Australian flowers are very light on, 90 per cent can be imported flowers. Time to go green! Instead of flowers, why not send a plant? It'll not only spruce up your place, but it'll also cleanse the air by sucking up carbon dioxide and other yucky stuff. Let's make the world cleaner, greener, and oh-so fabulous!
Great for indoor spaces
In the current scenario, where people are spending more time indoors, sending plants is an ideal way to help uplift your loved one's mood and create a soothing, refreshing space. Plants like the Snake Plant, Pothos, Peace Lilly and ZZ plants are plants that don't require much maintenance but provide countless benefits such as purifying the air and reducing stress levels.
A meaningful gift
Rather than sending a bouquet of flowers that will soon die, opting for a plant indicates that you're considering what your loved one needs in their life, and not just a temporary pick-me-up. A plant is an excellent reminder that you're there for them and can be an enjoyable hobby and outlet. Giving a plant demonstrates thoughtfulness and caring. You might even spark a new interest for them.
Customisation
Every person has different plants that they're attracted to, and that fit their personality and household. Plant gifting offers the perfect opportunity to show appreciation, love, and affection in a customised manner. Whether your friend loves Australian Native Plants or enjoys collecting indoor plants, you can personalise the box to fit them.
There are plenty of reasons to consider sending plants instead of flowers in 2025, from their sustainability to their longevity and pleasing aesthetics. A plant can spruce up your indoor spaces, and make for an excellent hobby and therapeutic tool. With the added bonus that the recipient can care for the plant and watch it grow over time, giving a plant is a thoughtful and meaningful way to show someone you care. So, think outside the vase and start gifting plants in the coming year!