Hi, I’m Samantha! I’m a wife of eight years and mom to two adventurous little boys. I recently left my full time job as a registered nurse and moved from Texas to the coast of North Carolina. I’m a passionate homemaker, crafty by nature and love sharing from scratch food, home decor and budget friendly DIY over on my blog, www.littlecottageonthecoast.com.
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When Tara asked me to be her guest today, I was delighted. I jumped with excitement the moment Tara announced the She’s Rooted Home seed exchange. What a sweet way for everyone from brand new to experienced gardeners to come together and share their experiences and knowledge. Behind all the pretty little squares on Instagram, I’ve connected with some of the sweetest and most genuine friends. In addition to sharing seeds and tips, the seed exchange gives us each an opportunity to build new friendships. I’m thrilled to share a few ideas for what you could include in your partners package. First, I wanted to share a little about my personal gardening journey.
It all started a few years back. I had taken a trip to Magnolia in Waco, Texas and was captivated by their beautiful garden. Once I got home, I knew I wanted to start gardening, but didn’t have any idea where to start. Since we had a small yard, I planted in containers, not knowing how many wonderful things would actually grow. I’ll never forget getting to pick lemons from my Meyer lemon tree to make fresh squeezed lemonade. That season, my little container garden brought me a kind of joy that’s hard to describe. Gardening is so rewarding! If you’re new to gardening, my biggest advice is relax and have fun. You’ll learn so much along the way.
There are so many fun ideas for what you could include in your partners seed exchange package. Now that we’ve been matched with our partners, you probably know a little bit about them, their personal preferences and style. How fun to carefully curate a special package of goodies. When I sat down to think about what I would include in my package, I wanted to give practical items, but also things that reflect my partners style as well as special items you may not typically buy for yourself. Below are several pretty and useful goodies that are fun to use in the garden.
1. Linen apron– How cute is this linen apron? It’s pretty and functional, keeping you stylish out in the garden.
2. Plant spacing ruler-This spacing ruler and dibbler are so handy. This site has a great one and so many other great gardening supplies. A few days after seeing these, I passed the Target dollar spot and found one almost identical for only $3! You bet I grabbed one for myself and my seed exchange partner.
3. Basil seeds– Basil seeds or another easy to grow herb seed is perfect for sending your partner. I love growing herbs in cute pots. A small pot is great for display on the kitchen counter or a sunny windowsill.
4. Half apron-A half apron like this is easy to store and perfect to wear in the garden. It’s striped denim pattern is charming and it has plenty of pockets for toting around seed packets and small garden tools.
5. Galvanized tray- This galvanized tray is so cute! The round feet and ruffled edge make it cute enough to leave on the counter top arranged with seed starts or as a saucer under a planter.
6. Cupcake white cosmos– If your partner likes flowers, Floret Flower has so many wonderful seeds to choose from. These cupcake white cosmos are so darling.
7. Floral gardening gloves– Every gardener needs a good pair of gloves. These floral ones are pretty and practical.
8. Gathering basket– A gathering basket is a great item to include in your package. Perfect for collecting fresh goodies from the garden, this one is roomy and works inside as decor too.
9. Gardening scissors-These are my favorite little scissors! They’re sharp, stylish and come in a small leather holder for storage. The perfect gift for someone with a cut flower garden.
10. Peat pots– Including a few peat pots is great for a partner that’s starting seeds. There are so many options for these. They’re available in multiple shapes and sizes. You can choose a large package like these or grab a small pack for just a few dollars.
11. Ornamental Squash ‘Triamble’– The moment I saw these beauties over on floretflower.com, I knew they would be perfect for fall decor.
12. Watering can– This little watering can is perfect for starting seeds indoors. It’s miniature size and gentle flow are perfect for seedlings.
13. Twine– Garden twine can be used in so many ways. I love that this spool of twine comes on a wooden holder complete with scissors so you can grab it and go.
14. Terra cotta pots– These scalloped terra cotta pots are so delightful. The details are so pretty and they’re perfect for growing herbs on a windowsill.
15. Plant mister-A mister is perfect for seeds and indoor plants. Aside from that, it’s pretty! One of those items I may not buy for myself but would love to receive.
16. Sunflower seeds– These white sunflowers are so beautiful! Floret does it again!
