Posts tagged Mother's Day
Gift Guide: A Plant For Every Type Of Mom
A gorgeous Pink Rubber Plant will have Mom seeing the world through rose-colored glasses!

A gorgeous Pink Rubber Plant will have Mom seeing the whole world through rose-colored glasses!

Moms make the world go round! Through the best times and the hardest times, moms prove time and again that they are one of nature’s greatest miracles. And this year, it’s a no-brainer that Mom deserves something extra special on her special day. Whether she’s a sister, a friend, a partner, a daughter, or simply Mom, say Happy Mother’s Day and let her know how cherished she is with a symbolic gift that grows- just like your love for her.

Find our plant stylists’ picks for the best gifts that grow, for every type of mom this Mother’s Day.

The new mom

There’s something special about a new mom’s first Mother’s Day. The Pilea Peperomiodes is the perfect gift for a new mother thanks to its hardiness (she’s already got her hands full!) and constant new growth. The central stalk (referred to as the “Mother”) periodically sprouts “pups” at the base of the soil, which are, both literally and figuratively, the Mother plant’s babies. How perfect is that?

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the hip mom

Trends come and go, but nature never goes out of style. Nonetheless, get the hippest mom in your life a plant that speaks to her character: an iconic and statement-making Monstera Deliciosa.

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the plant mom

For the green thumb in your life, no plant mom is complete without an attention grabbing (and hoarding) Calathea Rattlesnake. These plants require almost constant nurturing (water every few days), and are perfect for the plant mom that loves to dote on her babes.

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The brown thumb mom

Mom doesn’t need to be a green thumb to enjoy a stylish gift that grows. The Zanzibar Gem is a nearly indestructible indoor plant that will survive almost anything life throws at it, while even delighting with new growth!

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the OG mom

For the always wise, always comforting, always cool mom who’s been mothering for decades, impress her with a perfectly potted Cascading Pothos. It’s the ultimate OG houseplant (with a stylish upgrade) for the ultimate OG mom.

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the dog mom

Tell your favorite dog (or cat!) mom how much you love her with a pet-friendly plant like the Braided Money Tree. This resilient beauty is 100% non-toxic and the perfect addition to the flora and fauna in her life.

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Songs To Grow With: For The Love Of Mom

Some of the best songs ever written are about mothers, and everything they bring to our lives. From unconditional support, to side splitting laughter, to words of wisdom that we cherish throughout our lives.

We gathered our favorite songs about moms (and their gold-star advice!) for this special Mother’s Day Playlist. From Motown classics to little-known gems, they’re all here for some impromptu dancing. Enjoy the tunes with our best wishes for all plant moms, pet moms and human mom alike!


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A Mother’s Day Gift Guide From Our Co-Founder, Léon
Mother’s Day Gift Guide

Bonjour! Léon here, dropping in from Paris to assist our American customers with the gifting occasion that can stump even the most savvy son or daughter: Mother’s Day!

In preparation for this special Spring day, I’ve curated a collection of gifts for Maman. Some of them are French (like me!) some are local to Southern California (where our headquarters resides!) and some are simply dreamy, one-of-a-kind gifts that no Mother could ever forget. (As for our plant sets, they are all three, and sure to thrill Maman’s green thumb!).

So enjoy this list, mes amies, and in case you are wondering, I will never refuse a gift of catnip, dry champagne, or a bit of ripe fromage (as a treat!).

Wary Meyers Mediterranean Fig Candle

I like this American brand, with its aesthetic so reminiscent of the 1970s. All of their candles are simply magnifique, but why not try the Mediterranean Fig Candle? It’s a vacation in a (recycled glass) jar, sure to remind Maman of that trip she took to Saint-Tropez back in the day. If you’re lucky, she might even tell you the story of what happened there!

Officine Universelle Buly Alabaster Set

Officine Universelle Buly is more than just a Parisian iconoclast (and it takes one to know one). They carry some of the most rare and luxurious home interior scents around! With a whole flock of unique fragrances from which to choose, the alabaster set is an elevated alternative to incense or diffusers. I guarantee that your Maman will be the only one on her street in possession of this olfactory treasure! (That is, until they inevitably explode in popularity).

Léon & George Ruby Ficus

Your Maman is a rare jewel, and deserving of a rare and precious gift! Treat her to the Ruby Ficus. Its sangria-hued foliage and lush texture make the Ruby Ficus truly one-of-a-kind among indoor plants. But don’t wait, readers, because this enchanting variety is Limited Edition! Paired with our hand-finished, high-fire ceramic planter and overflow saucer.

Erica Tanov Lovebird Hand Stitched Cotton Quilt 

George and I have special places in our hearts for San Francisco, and we never miss the latest release from the beloved Bay Area designer, Erica Tanov. Her cotton is as soft as a cloud, and this limited run of bedding featuring her iconic Lovebird print will sell out soon, so now is not the time to catnap! Snap up a piece of this storied textile now— it’s even available in luxe tablecloths and napkins. 

House of Botanicals Watering Can & Mister 

If your Maman is anything like mine, her mantra may be “Simplify, simplify!” And with a to-do list that’s always chock full, your mother will appreciate a treat that’s both streamlined and charming. The House of Botanicals Watering Can & Mister is available in classic black and Robin’s egg blue, and is outfitted with both a traditional spout and a spray nozzle for misting. A perfect addition to any of the plant sets that George and I have painstakingly curated for you, mes amies.

OLO Cedar & Rose Perfume Oil   

What is it about the scent of cedar that’s so... transcendent? With its dreamy accord of earthy, arboreal cedar paired with an exceptionally dewy and natural rose note, we think that OLO’s Cedar & Rose is a perfect fit for the force of nature that is Maman. 

Jungmaven Hemp Napkins and Tablecloths

J’adore Jungmaven, and their stylish and elegant hemp goods! Did you know that their hemp has been sustainably sourced by the same partners for over 20 years? Wildly (no pun intended) more sustainable than cotton, hemp is a renewable resource. The hemp-centric Jungmaven is a SoCal mainstay, and their gorgeous tablecloths and napkins make it a no-brainer to say “Environment, Je t’aime,” and choose hemp! 

Léon & George Zanzibar Gem

Get dear Maman a plant that will care for itself! And while you’re at it, why not pair it with our charming Nouvelle planter, hand-finished and made of super-strong stoneware? The Zanzibar Gem is a delight: it needs to be watered only every couple weeks (when the top 1-2 inches of soil are dry) and it doesn’t have high-maintenance light requirements- simply provide it with bright-to-medium indirect light, and it will thrive. 

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Léon is the co-founder of Léon & George. Along with her feathered business partner, George, she helps reconnect people with nature by offering stylish indoor greenery that fits busy lifestyles and enhances indoor spaces. Léon resides in Paris, France.

 

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Indoor plants, potted & delivered

Premium plants paired with stylish ceramics, plus lifetime plant care support. Order online at leonandgeorge.com