FINDING THE PERFECT GIFT GOT MOTHER'S DAY

Gifting your mother figure the perfect plant

Every year, we celebrate, honor, and appreciate the mothers in our lives. Be it a biological or adopted mom, a grandmother, aunt, sister, or even a close friend - these women have made a positive impact on our lives. When we gift our loved ones plants, we're offering them the opportunity to see our love and appreciate grow and bloom along with our relationship. As our relationships need love and attention, so too do our plants, forever reminding us of the fruitful nature of a loving and reliable relationship.

Not only do our indoor plants look beautiful, we can use plants to purify our air and brighten our moods. Studies show that certain houseplants can improve indoor air quality by removing pollutants and toxins when air is filtered through the leaves. This means our houseplant gifts are not only wonderfully thoughtful, they're also beneficial to our mother's health! Tending to plants has been proven to be theraputic and promotes relaxatoin - reducing anxiety and increasing serotonin. Plus, who doesn't smile when they see a baby leaf or a new bloom?? 

Need help figuring out which plant is best for you incredible mom? Take a look at our Mother's Day gift guide! From the houseplant afficianado to the green shoot newbie, we've got you covered!

The Mom who prefers plastic

Look, we get it – sometimes people think they're cursed because real plants keep dying, so they go for the fake, plastic plants. We say that just means they haven't found the right plant yet! Here are a few almost-too-easy-to-care-for plants that we think they'll love!

Full Size Aglaonema Silver Bay

$195.00

The Silver Bay is one of the newer Aglaonema varieties. Big, broad green leaves show off silver variegation that grows in a karge, dense bush. Aglaonemas love most kinds of lighting and, so long as they're in a pot with proper drainage, they are incredibly easy to take care of and propagate. They'll thrive in a room with bright light and away from the direct sun rays and have also been known to do well in slightly lower light conditions.

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Full Size Prickly Pear Cactus

$290.00

Surprising no one, the Prickly Pear cactus loves the bright full sun. This flat, slow-growing cactus is native to the rocky areas of America. The rounded, deep green leaves grow in a tight clump, bringing quick moments of life to their desert surroundings. Prickly Pears are not toxic in moderation. So a few munches from a curious pet or little one won't be awful so long as it's not a full meal! The Prickly Pear thrives in moderate humidity, dry soil, and bright light. 

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Full Size Schefflera Amate

$180.00

Also known as the Umbrella tree, the Schefflera amate is a classic "is that plastic?" plant. The long, flat leaves are so shiny and perfectly green, almost hard to tell if they're real! Even though most tree-like plants require a lot of lgiht, the Amate is somewhat tolerant of lower light conditions and some forgotten waterings - making it an excellent choice those corners with weird light and plant parents who don't a high-maintenance plant.

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The Mom who needs more than green

It's a common misconception that houseplants only come in one green hue, and that deters some from even looking any further than your common palm or pothos plant. But houseplants have WAY more to offer than "just" a green aesthetic! From reds, to purples, to yellows, and grey - we've got the whole color spectrum! Try gifting one of these more colorful plants to your colorful mother!

Large Tricolor Stromanthe

$80.00

Vivid pastel stripes cut through strinkingly dark and white hues that burst out from a dark red underside. The leaves of the triostar stromanthe plant offer an incredibly fun way to break up the potentially monotonous green of a houseplant collection. Native to the jungles of Brazil, these vibrant plants can grow 2 to 3 feet high and 1 to 2 feet wide at matur with the right amount of light and humidity. A member of the Calathea family, thie stromanthe will fold up its leaves at night, and then "bloom" open to greet the sunshine, giving it the nickname “prayer plant.”

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Medium Alocasia 'Black Velvet'

$48.00

Commonly known as the Alocasia Reginula, this easy-to-care-for plant is considered the rare jewel of the alocasia plant family. Native to Southeast Asia, the huge, heart-shaped black leaves sport contrasting white veins, and a velvety texture. Being that it's from a tropical environment, it thrives in medium to bright indirect light, warm temperatures, high humidity, moderately moist soil and will grow up to 20 inches indoors. If given enough love and light, this alocasia might produce some flowers!

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Medium Hydrangea Blue

$30.00

With beautifully colorful domes of blooms, the hydrangea is one of the most popular Mother's day plants. These plants love bright morning sunlight and consistenly moist soil. Keep them indoors in a sunny, warm room or plant them outside in a spot that gets full morning and early afternoon sun. Fun fact! You can control the color of the blooms by changing the acidity of the soil. The more acidic the soil, the bluer the blooms, less acidity yeilds pinker blooms.

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For the drama-loving Momma

We all need a touch of drama in our lives! These plants love to show off their foliage by exploring their space, moving with the sun, and producing impressive leaves and blooms. The best part about these plants is that they're still easy to care for, even with their flair for the dramatics. Gift these plants to a mom who loves to show off their new greenery every time you come over!

Hanging Pothos

$25.00

Meet your mom's new favorite! Pothos plants are from tropical and subtropical forests, so they thrive in moderate to high humidity, and moist soil. They love to explore their space, and will climb and vine on whatever they can reach. Give them a moss pole or a trellis to climb, or let the foliage fall and drape over the edge of their pot. Pothos are incredibly hardy, so they'll survive the occasional drought and are happy in almost any kind of light. 

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Hanging Basket Tradescantia Nanouk

$35.00

Commonly known as Fantasy Venice or Spiderwort 'Nanouk', this fast-growing, easy to care for plant originated in the Netherlands. The plant shows off beautiful green and pink striped leaves and vines, with little pink and purple flowers. The Tradescantia Nanouk brings a splash of color and a flair for the dramatic to any space! Be sure to keep in bright light to keep their leaves beautifully variegated and keep it flowering!

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Large Calathea Pinstripe

$70.00

Also known as the Ornata, the Calathea Pinstripe is native to the tropical regions of Colombia and Venezuela. Their unique leaves are a deep green with silvery to pink veins that look like pinstripes. The pinstripe Calathea loves light and should be kept near a bright window, but not in the way of the direct sunlight. Like other Calatheas, the Picturata will fold up its leaves at night, and then "bloom" open to greet the sunshine, giving it the nickname “prayer plant.” 

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eclectic vibes only kind of Mom

Every plant collection needs a crown jewel! Or maybe the whole collection is full of rare finds? The plants in this section have foliage we don't normally see - from heavy variegation, to crazy colors, to unexpected blooms. Whether you grab one or take them all home, these plants are the cream of the crop, the hardest to find, and bound to be an impressive gift for your fancy plant mom! 

Full Size Monstera 'Thai Constellation'

$915.00

With a smattering of creamy white variegation against a deep emerald green, the Thai Constellation Monstera is a true star. We recommend this variety for the more experienced plant parent. The heavy variegation, while absolutely stunning, makes it so the greener parts of the leaves need to work double time to turn sunlight into enough energy to thrive. The reward of a huge, healthy Thai Constellation is more than enough of a reward!

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Medium Geogenanthus 'ciliatus'

$43.00

The Geogenanthus is the perfect plant for those looking for something a little more out of the ordinary! This plant features leaves with such a dark green hue that they almost looks black - a striking change from the normal greens we see in other houseplants. The dark leaves means the Geogenanthus is very tolerant of spaces with less light - perfect for a bathroom, a darker corner, or a work desk. Wipe down the leaves to help the plant photosynthesize and to keep those dark leaves shiny!

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Small Philodendron 'Pink Princess'

$99.00

The Pink Princess is characterized by the deep green leaves that are splotched with bubblegum pink variegations.  There's no wonder why they are one of the most sought-after plants in the plant community! On top of being a rare find, the pink princess is a philodendron, making it incredibly easy to look after! Place the plant in a bright room, near a window but not directly in the path of the sunlight, and you'll be rewarded with plenty of new growth and pink variegation! 

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The "Don't even give me a hint" Mom

With so many plant varieties and different care requirements, it can get a little overwhelming. If you want to get yourself out of being pressure for gift hints, and maybe get a little extra help picking the best plant for your mother figure, let us do the choosing for you! The Mother's Day Gift option is an easy-care plant, picked by the staff, is happy in most lighting environments, and is pet-friendly. If you have any questions regarding the Mother's Day surprise plant, email us at info@dahingplants.com