Scrambling to find a Valentine’s Days gift for your loved one that is the perfect balance between sentimental and practical?
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Gifting an indoor plant can be an easy and unique option to express your love – and they last longer than roses!
Valentine’s Day plants do not encapsulate a specific type of plant; instead, there are a wide variety of options with loving meanings, physical heart shapes, or even beautiful enough to express feelings of love.
As Narelle Peart from Scotts Osmocote says, “By gifting your valentine a plant, you give them something that will provide years of enjoyment. Plant gifts can also be very personal and meaningful, such as a plant that holds special memories, has a favourite fragrance or is named after the person you are giving it to.”
Let’s look at our favourite 6 Valentine’s Day plants and see whether they are the perfect choice for you and your special someone!
Our 6 favourite Valentine’s Day plants
1. Orchids
The pop of orchid’s bright purple and pink colour makes for the perfect gift and as an added bonus, they require minimal watering. However, they will be happier if you do give them a little feed, so it might be smart to gift wrap some plant food with the orchid to give them the best chance of survival with their new plant parents.
Just try not to forget that orchids are like Goldilocks – they must be placed in a position that is not too hot and not too cold.
2. Calathea medallion
Calathea medallion plants are intriguing to look at, the leaves come with an ornate design and most species leaves come with a purple back. These plants are perfect for someone who wants to add some colour to their home or office.
Calathea medallions are commonly called ‘prayer plants’ because their leaves open and close throughout the day depending on the time of day and how much light they are receiving. Remember to water calathea medallions once a week and ensure not to overwater.
3. Monstera deliciosa
If you aren’t sure what to buy someone short of time or spends long hours in an office, monstera deliciosa might be the perfect gift. This plant thrives indoors in warm climates, but remember to leave them out of direct sunlight.
Investing in a quality indoor potting mix will ensure the wackily named ‘Swiss cheese plant’ will receive the nutrients that it needs to flourish. Like many indoor plants, don’t forget that the Monstera Deliciosa only needs to be watered every now and again.
4. Lucky bamboo
Lucky bamboo is known as one of the most attractive indoor plants due to its bright green leaves and versatile design, making it the perfect gift for those with a minimalist style. Lucky bamboo will thrive when growing in both water and soil and is not very needy.
Remember to place the bamboo in light, but not in the sun and trim the leaves that might be yellowing. This plant is considered to bring good luck according to Feng Shui and Vastu Shastra principles.
5. String of hearts
With evergreen, trailing vines, this ‘String of Hearts’ is the perfect gift for Valentine’s Day, and not just because of the name. With easy plant care and little watering needed, this vine will grow beautiful heart shaped leaves that lets your beau know how much you love them.
Also called sweetheart vine, rosary vine and chain of hearts, what could be better than a plant that literally puts your heart on your sleeve!
6. Hoya Kerrii
Finally, a favourite on Valentine’s Day is the Hoya Kerrii plant. With common names like hoya hearts, lucky heart plant and Valentine’s hoya, it’s no wonder this plant is a sell-out on the 14th of Feb. With thick, heart shaped leaves and small mounds of fragrant, star-shaped flowers, this succulent is the perfect choice to show love.
This plant has minimal care and is very slow-growing, so it is a great houseplant to give to your special someone!
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