4 Plants You Can Propagate as Heartfelt Holiday Gifts 🎁🌿



Because nothing says “I love you” like a plant you grew yourself.

Looking for a meaningful, affordable, and truly thoughtful holiday gift? Propagated plants are personal, sustainable, and filled with intention — and they’re often easier to create than you think. Whether you're gifting to seasoned plant lovers or brand-new plant parents, these four varieties make perfect holiday presents.


🌿 1. Pothos

Why they make great gifts:
Pothos are fast growers, unfussy, and instantly bring lush, trailing energy to any space. They’re perfect for beginners and thrive in almost any lighting situation.

How to propagate:

  • Snip a cutting just below a node (those tiny bumps along the stem).

  • Place the cutting in a clean jar of water.

  • Roots usually form within 1–2 weeks, and once they hit a couple inches, you can pot them up in Grow Queen Houseplant Soil.

Your gift will grow quickly, giving your friends an instant sense of plant-parent pride.


🪴 2. Pilea Peperomioides (Chinese Money Plant)

Why they make great gifts:
Known as the friendship plant, Pileas naturally produce cute little “pups” meant to be shared. Symbolic of abundance, good fortune, and connection — it’s basically a built-in holiday sentiment.

How to propagate:

  • Look for babies (pups) popping up around the mother plant.

  • Gently separate a pup with some roots attached.

  • Pot it into a small container with fresh, well-draining soil.

They’re adorable, fast-growing, and full of meaning.


🌱 3. Monstera

Why they make great gifts:
Even as babies, Monsteras make an impressive, stylish, design-forward gift. They root well, especially during active growth, and are beloved by almost everyone.

How to propagate:

  • Cut below a node with an aerial root or visible nub.

  • Place the cutting in water so the node stays submerged.

  • Keep it in bright, indirect light and watch roots develop.

Giving someone a baby Monstera feels like gifting plant royalty.


🌿 4. Spider Plant

Why they make great gifts:
Spider plants practically propagate themselves. They produce adorable baby plantlets (called “spiderettes”) that dangle from the mother plant. They’re beginner-proof, pet-friendly, super adaptable, and grow fast — making them amazing gifts for anyone.

How to propagate:

  • Snip off a spiderette that already has tiny roots or nubs.

  • Root it in water or plant it directly into soil.

  • Keep the soil lightly moist for the first 1–2 weeks.

They’re cheerful, easy, and always a hit — especially packaged as a cute little starter plant.


🎁 How to Make Them Gift-Ready

Make your propagated plants holiday-perfect by:

  • Using mini pots or clear jars

  • Adding a bow, ribbon, or handwritten tag

  • Including a tiny care card with sunlight + watering tips

  • Pairing with a small bottle of Grow Queen Liquid Plant Food

Thoughtful, meaningful, and grown with love — the best kind of gift.


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