12 Plants That Are Way Better Holiday Gifts Than Flowers

Flowers may make for good gifts, but indoor plants are even better. Not only do they last longer, they also add more life to any space. So this holiday season, we’re doing away with colorful stems and blooming buds and opting for everything from pet-friendly succulents to indoor trees.

From UrbanStems to The Sill, these online marketplaces make a convincing case for adding a touch of green to your loved ones’ lives. In case you don’t consider yourself a plant expert and are worried about making the wrong choice, every service offers guidance when it comes to choosing the perfect plant for everyone on your list.

You may even be tempted to ship yourself a plant or two. It is the season of giving after all. At the same time, if you’re worried you aren’t experienced enough in the plant game to keep your precious leaves alive, worry not. There are tons (and we mean tons) of options for beginners that require hardly any light and the smallest amount of water.

So with the most wonderful time of the year upon us, now is the time to start checking a few things off your list. You'll soon see that you can’t go wrong with a plant that’s as easy on the eyes as it is to take care of.