We try to be as eco-friendly as possible in our household, and I love getting gifts that are eco-friendly. These are some of my favorites and things that make for great gifts for Mother’s Day or other gift-giving occasions.
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Tote bags / reusable bags
There are so many great tote bags and other reusable bags out there, and more and more states are putting a plastic bag ban into effect. It is nice to have some quality reusable bags, and you can even find ones like reusable produce bags. Consider getting tote bags in bulk which will have your mom a variety to choose from.
Houseplant, potted plants for the garden, or even a tree
Instead of buying cut flowers, buy mom something she can keep in the house or plant outside. Houseplants, perennials, and trees can last for many years to come and make for a thoughtful gift.
Seeds or bulbs
If mom is a gardener, some nice seeds or bulbs are something she can enjoy planting. Bulbs can be expensive, so it is a treat to get a nice bulb as a gift.
Reusable travel mug / water bottle
While many of us already have reusable drinking containers, I do find that I have some that were broken or lost over the years. A nice stainless water bottle like a Hydroflask or the popular Stanley Tumbler is a lovely gift idea.
Bird bath, birdhouse, butterfly house, bee house, etc.
Things that attract wildlife and pollinators are a great addition to your yard, and a bird bath fountain is be a great way to bring birds and other wildlife.
Natural bath products
So many products out there have chemicals and are not eco-friendly. Treat mom to some nice bath products that are both good for her and good for the environment!
Recycled paper notepad or journal
Maybe mom is a list-maker like myself, or likes to write in a journal. Having some paper on hand is always useful, and there are lots of great recycled paper products out there, from recycled journals to note cubes. Decomposition notebooks are a cute choice!
Gardening supplies
If mom is an avid gardener, chances are she might like some gardening supplies to make her yard a sanctuary for birds and pollinators. Garden gloves are almost always a safe bet for a gardener. She may like a new pair of clippers, a knee pad for kneeling on, some garden clogs, etc.
Organic/sustainable tea or coffee
A lot of food products are not sustainable. Find some organic loose tea or sustainable coffee as a treat!
Shop local
Don’t forget to shop local when looking for eco-friendly gifts. Support your local artisans and farmers, and you’ll find great local products like foods, soaps, etc.
Fantastic list! I always tell people I’d rather have a potted plant than cut flowers! And yet they never believe me and every holiday I receive flowers that die so quickly!
All great ideas! I love getting garden-store gift certificates for Mother’s Day!…by then I ALWAYS need them!
I love journals and anything for my garden.
all great ideas.. and now with us starting a garden, i am looking forward to garden gift cards
I have been giving a lot of Tote bags / reusable bags for gifts. I also use the Tote bag to put gifts in so I don’t buy the paper gift bags. These are good suggestions!
Really nice ideas, I definitely share this to known people. For future generations healthy living we have to plants tree
These are such wonderful gift ideas.
I will take one of everything on this list, please! GREAT ideas and stuff I would ACTUALLY use too.
My family knows that I am a plant person so anything related to gardening, or a new plant would make me happy. Oh, I would also love to have an impact drill. Mine broke down two weeks ago. 🙂
I love supporting local artisans and farmers, and thanks for the ideas!!
I love eco-friendly gifts. We have so many things going on in our environment nowadays, it’s good to contribute little by little to its healing.
I see many items that would fun to have. Now to narrow down to the most essential!
My mom will definitely love receiving natural bath products because her sensitive skin and gardening equipment or tools are perfect for my sisters.
These are really great ideas. I am particularly drawn to the gardening tools
Those are fantastic ideas, for sure. We’ve been using reusable shopping bags and reusable water bottles over here.
I love this wonderful gift idea. Glad you share
Flowers and plants is always welcome as a gift for my mom. She loves the nature and appreciates a lot this kind of gifts!
Flowers make a wonderful gift, always. I prefer plants that are living!
I love the idea of a bee house! So many great gifting ideas.