Whether you love houseplants, edibles, or cut flowers.
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Whether you've loved gardening all your life or recently jumped on the plant trend within the last few years, you know that plants just make people happy. In fact, tons of research shows being around nature and plants is good for us both mentally and physically. And nothing’s more fun than getting new plants shipped right to your door! Subscription boxes help you to fill your home or yard on a regular basis with houseplants, edibles, or cut flowers. And if you’re a pet parent, you can choose houseplants that are safer around your fur babies (though it’s important to keep in mind that any plant can upset your pet’s cause GI upset if ingested in large enough quantities).
These plant companies have special boxes and packaging that protect your new plants during shipping. Many companies also offer heat packs to keep plants healthy when shipped during cold weather months. And most companies delay shipping if temperatures are extremely hot or cold so plants won’t be stressed en route. Whether you want to grow houseplants, edibles, herbs, or flowers for your garden, you’ll also may find offerings online that your local garden center may not stock.
Ahead, discover the best plant and garden subscription boxes to get yourself growing.
If you love flowering bulbs, sign up for the Bulb of the Month club for 3, 6, or 12 months and receive a set of pre-planted bulbs, such as tulips or daffodils, matched to the season. The first order comes with a decorative pot that you can use throughout the year with each new bulb delivery. After you’ve enjoyed the flowers, save the bulbs and replant them outdoors in the garden. Many will return and rebloom next year (just leave the foliage intact until it fades completely so that the bulb can make energy for next year’s flowers).
If you love houseplants, choose easy-care, pet-friendly, or rare subscription selections, and you’ll receive one plant per quarter with detailed care cards. The company recently launched a Culinary Collection, which features herbs such as Basil Genovese and Italian Parsley, or edibles such as Scallion Tokyo Long or Tomato Marriage Heirloom. Though the culinary plants aren’t part of their subscription service, their new collection is a good way to build your edibles garden with established plants.
Although not exactly a subscription service, you’ll get healthy seedlings shipped right to your door. If you’re too nervous to start plants from seed or simply want to get a jumpstart on the season, you’ll find herbs, vegetables, fruit, and ornamental plants in 2 or 6-packs. The plants are small (1 to 3 inches tall) because they’re seedlings, not full-sized plants, but they'll grow in time. They're a smart choice for perennials, which are typically much more expensive when purchased as mature plants.
If you want to expand your houseplant collection, you’ll find two subscription options: Classic, which includes favorites such as Swiss cheese plant, and Pet Friendly, which includes plants such as ric rac cactus, which are considered non-toxic to pets by ASPCA. After the first three-month commitment, cancel or pause your subscription at any time (say, if you’re going on vacation). Their diverse selection makes them the best for both new and experienced plant parents.
If you like the idea of gardening but really aren’t sure where to start, this subscription box, available in month-to-month, 3, 6, or 12-month increments, is a great place to begin your plant parenting journey. Each box will include a seasonal plant, container, growing media, and fun accents such as plant ID tags or decorative rocks for a fun DIY planting project even if you’ve never grown anything.
Maybe you love flowers but don’t want to have to water plants or find a plant sitter when you travel. This subscription service allows you to choose a monthly bouquet, shipped directly to your door, in three different sizes (original, deluxe, and grand), and you’ll never pay for shipping on subscription orders. Go ahead and treat yourself!
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