19 Best Gifts for Plant Lovers and Gardeners (2026)

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Wired's gift guide for 2026 highlights 19 products designed to help plant enthusiasts and novices alike cultivate thriving gardens. The selection spans smart gardening apps and connected planters to specialized tools, each chosen to simplify plant care and boost success rates. The guide targets both seasoned gardeners and those with notoriously poor plant-keeping track records, what the article calls "black thumbs." Products are organized by category and use case, offering practical solutions for indoor houseplants, outdoor gardens, and everything in between. The guide aims to transform anyone into a confident "plant parent" through technology and thoughtful gear.