20 Cool Garden Gifts for any Occasion

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Gardening is a special talent. Many people would like a garden but not everyone can give a garden the care that it needs. To be a great gardener you have to love nature and being outdoors.

You also need to be comfortable with getting down on the ground and getting your hands dirty. Great gardeners also have patience and they know how to give plants what they need. Therefore, if you need to buy a cool garden gift for someone that loves gardening knowing these traits can help you find the perfect present.
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There are many opportunities throughout the year to give the gardener in your life a special gift. Birthdays, anniversaries and Christmas are just a few of the occasions when a garden gift would be appreciated. There are many gadgets on the market today that can make a gardener's life so much easier.

​For example, many gardeners enjoy gardening tools, gift sets, or decorations to keep their garden beautiful. Not only are many of these products unique but they also add a bit of fun to a long day of gardening. Keep reading for an amazing list of 20 cool garden gifts that are sure to please any gardener.

​Weatherproof bean bag

When a garden looks presentable many gardeners like to entertain in this space. A garden can be a great place to hang out, listen to music and have great conversations. It also makes a great space for relaxing and catching up with old friends.

​Bean bags have always been an inexpensive comfortable way to provide seating indoors. Now with these funky, fruity outside, weather proof bean bags you can invite as many people as you like to your garden parties. This will make a cool garden gift for any time of year or occasion. 

Outdoor bean bag

​Insect hotel

As mentioned previously, most gardeners love the outdoors. We all know what comes with a love of the outdoors and that is insects. Not all insects are bad and gardeners want them around to help their plants grow.

​Therefore, an insect hotel to make the insects feel welcome makes a wonderful garden gift. These hotels make solitary bees, butterflies, lacewings, and ladybugs want to stay and help combat garden pests. It gives them a place to stay safe in bad weather, lay eggs, and hibernate

Insect hotel

​Garden fire pit

A must-have in most back yards is a fire pit. A fire pit made for the garden will keep gardeners and their guests warm on chilly nights. The fun does not have to stop just because of a chilly evening. Not only does a fire pit keep everyone warm but it also adds a nice decor to the garden.

​It creates a cosy atmosphere and an ambient glow during the evening. It can be placed in the centre of a garden surrounded by outdoor sofas and chairs. It comes with a guard to keep ashes from flying all over the garden

Garden fire pit

​Wall mountable garden mirror

A gardener that likes unique gifts would appreciate a garden mirror to give their garden a more stylish look. Guests will be amazed at how well a mirror fits into a garden.

Garden mirrors can spice up a dull garden and make a great addition to any outdoor space. It helps to create more depth to a small-sized garden. Also, there is no need to worry about birds flying directly into the mirror as its design helps to deter them.

​This could be a cool garden gift or just a part of a garden design upgrade.

Garden mirror

​Bird box

For those gardeners that also enjoy bird watching then a bird box is perfect. The bird box will draw attention to various birds that are looking for a comfortable home.

Birds will be able to eat and build their nests in and around this bird box. It will look great in any garden either suspended from a tree or on a stand. It makes a great gift for the holidays such as Christmas. During the winter months, birds want a place to stay for warmth and shelter.

​ Another good thing about having a bird box around is that the birds that live there will help control pests. Birds also enjoy eating weed seeds which will help gardeners so you won't have to weed as much.

Bird box

​Japanese stone lantern

A great garden has very nice things to look at. Therefore, a great birthday gift for a gardener is an ornament for their garden. Japanese stone lanterns create a peaceful oasis in a garden. Your special gardener will be able to sit back, relax, and reflect on their work while enjoying this stone lantern. These lanterns can let off a bright glow and add real atmosphere to a backyard at night.

Japanese garden lantern

​Garden pizza oven

Many gardeners enjoy entertaining and cooking for their guests. A food that brings many people together and can be enjoyed by all is pizza. A garden pizza oven is a fantastic gadget that will please any garden lover in your life.

​Not only will they "wow" their guests with how fabulous their garden looks but they will enjoy their freshly cooked wood-fired pizza. Other dishes can be made in this oven such as meat, fish, and vegetables. This may be thought of as a rather expensive gadget but cool garden gift nonetheless. One that will add value year after year!

These ovens are perfect for those that want to stay in the garden and have their meals outdoors. It is also perfect for those gardeners that are living a green lifestyle. They will be using less energy by not cooking with electricity or gas.

​The food is cooked at a much higher temperature than a conventional oven. For that reason, many foods can be cooked in about 2 minutes. That is perfect when cooking outdoors for a large group. They can also double up as patio heaters on chilly nights so you get more value for money.

Outdoor pizza oven

​Buddha garden ornament

Give your gardener the gift of happiness with a Buddha garden ornament. These can be seen in many gardens as they represent happiness and inner peace.

​It will help to create a tranquil atmosphere in any garden whether you are religious of not. It also looks rather serene and adds to a spaces general decor. It is weatherproof and can be left outdoors all year round. That is one reason these make the perfect gift as it can be given at any time of year

Buddha garden ornament

​Patio drinks cooler

Enjoying a drink while absorbing the beauty of the garden is both relaxing and fun. However, no one wants to have to keep going back and forth inside their home to get drinks. That is why a patio drinks cooler is essential for gardeners.

​They can continue gardening and enjoy a nice cold beer at the same time. It can keep water, juice, soda, beer, and even meats cool before the BBQ. It is convenient with wheels that make it easy to roll to various places around your garden. This is a cool garden gift with a touch of class and one that will wow your friends at any occasion

Patio drinks cooler

​Motion-activated camera

All homeowners have to make sure that their property is kept safe. There are times when gardens are broken into by people or wildlife. A motion-activated camera lets the gardener in your life know that you care about their safety.

It will monitor their home 24/7 and can be hidden discreetly in the undergrowth. One of the great things about this garden gadget is it can capture some truly amazing wildlife footage for the whole family to enjoy.


This camera does not have to be used just for security purposes. Gardeners can use these cameras to monitor their plants on a daily basis for growth or any other changes. It is also great for monitoring pests. Many times pests enter a garden and work to destroy it.

Having a camera will help gardeners see what is walking around at night. They then will be able to protect their garden from these pests once they know what it is. It can also be used for bird watching if it is pointed on a bird box or bird feeder.

​Many times gardeners cannot see all of the birds that are visiting them. However, with a camera they will be able to view these birds at any time of the day. This camera would make a great Christmas cool garden gift which has many uses.

Motion activated camera

​Scary garden gnome

If you know a gardener that also enjoys scary movies then a scary garden gnome will surprise them truly. It is a scary decoration but it will be sure to spark conversation among any guests. This is a gift that can be given all year round but might be especially needed around Halloween or as a gag gift for someone's birthday.

Scary garden gnome

​Patio log burner

Gardeners enjoy having a space that is welcoming to themselves as well as others. Keeping their garden warm on a chilly night is ideal for everyone especially during get-togethers.

​A patio log burner will do just that but with mesmerising flames adding atmosphere to the garden. This can create a soothing place to hang out and relax into the night. It makes a thoughtful gift for anniversaries and housewarmings

Patio log burner

​Giant Jenga

Many gardeners enjoy playing a game or two. They will be especially happy if they get to enjoy this games in the outdoors. That is why a giant Jenga game makes a wonderful gift for a gardener.

​It is a great focal point as many guests will be drawn to the giant Jenga blocks and want to be involved. This would be a great cool garden gift for a birthday and it could even be played at a garden party or barbecue

Giant jenga

​Bat box

For the nature lover that enjoys bats a bat box makes a delightful gift. You may even be able to see bats fly by and into this box at dusk and dawn. Many gardeners enjoy having bats as they help to keep insects at bay. They also eat so other garden pests during the night. Keeping away mosquitoes is the insect that bats are most favoured known for. Bats are also useful by leaving pollen on plants as they eat insects and nectar during the night.


This bat box also has a guard that helps keeps predators out. It is made of tough external grade timber which not only looks good but it is resistant to water, bugs, and decay. Many gardeners enjoy bat boxes because they give bats a safe place to live and procreate.

Bat box

​Outdoor rock speakers

Many gardeners enjoy having sound adding atmosphere to the garden. Help them mask the appearance of an outdoor speaker system with these outdoor rock speakers.

​These add to the landscaping of the garden with realistic looking rocks. The sound is fantastic and guests will not know where the music is coming from. These rock speakers can connect to a Bluetooth device and makes a very cool garden gift.

garden rock speaker

​Garden hammock

A great Christmas gift for many gardeners is a gift that helps them to relax. They work hard maintaining their garden and its upkeep. That is why a garden hammock would make a great gift.

It helps them to relax and get a good rest at any time of the gardening day. Hammocks are known to help those that like a mid day knap a little bit of extra rest. They will also help the gardener in your life if they have back problems.

​ Hammocks can sometimes alleviate an aching back and help gardeners to relax. These are not cumbersome and can fold away to a compact size making an effective cool garden gift.

Garden hammock

​Cut resistant gloves

Pruning is a job that all gardeners must do in order to have a fantastic garden. Some plants are not so pleasant when pruning such as roses. That is why a good Christmas gift would be a pair of cut resistant gloves. They go all the way to elbow length to prevent cuts and scratches on the forearms.

​The knuckle guard will provide even more protection against cuts while gardening. Not only are these gloves a great tool against cuts but they are also great for keeping your hands clean

cut resistant gloves

​Garden gazebo

Many gardeners want a space in their garden where they can sit down, entertain, and eat great meals with friends and family. A garden gazebo ensures that they do just that. It will allow gardeners to be comfortable while being outdoors.

​They will also be protected from the sun rays with the shade from the gazebo. A gazebo will add beauty to any garden and somewhere to hide from bad weather. It is spacious and can be used day or night. Lights can be added so that the fun does not have to stop at the end of the day.


Gazebos can also be used year-round which is perfect for gardeners as many love the outdoors. It can be used for events such as an outdoor garden wedding. These can also be used as an enclosure for a hot tub. Gazebos also provide privacy for gardeners that have nosey neighbours close by. A garden gazebo would make a fantastic gift that would be sure to get you invited to the next garden party.

Gazeebo

​Garden Boules set

At the end of the day, gardeners want to have fun. A way for them to do this and still stay outside is to play outdoor games. A fantastic game that can be played by adults and children is Boules. This game is also known as Petanque. The game will make guests want to stay until night falls as it is competitive and also fun to play.

boules set

​Bird feeder

In almost all gardens you will find a place where birds are welcomed. A gardener that does not have any habitats for birds needs a bird feeder. Bird feeders make a great birthday or Christmas present at any time of the calendar.

The gardener in your life will be pleased with how many wild birds they spot visiting their new garden feature. Watching birds is a form of entertainment that can be soothing to gardeners. Many garden lovers enjoy sharing and giving as they do with the foods that they may grow.

​This is the reason that many gardeners enjoy providing a place for even birds to eat. Bird feeders produce an easy source of food for them especially during winter months when natural food sources are scarce.


This bird feeder is also great at keeping other animals away such as squirrels which will steal your bird feed. It is able to detect the weight of a squirrel and close them out from receiving any food.

​This is a wonderful benefit as squirrels are drawn to bird feeders for a quick meal and can even damage less robust feeders. This bird feeder makes a really cool garden gift and will help your garden become a haven for wildlife.

Bird feeder

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