Flower bouquets are a common Mother’s Day present, but if you want to give mom something long-lasting — aside from your love — we have a few ideas. Hit up these local businesses for a fun twist on this year’s gift.
Bloomed Roots , 746 E. Market St.
If you insist on going the bouquet route, consider everlasting florals from Bloomed Roots. The dried and preserved florals start at just $15 and come as standalone bouquets, in vases, as wreaths, or as ornaments. And if you can’t make it into the store, you can order online and have it delivered.
Forage , 1201 Goss Ave. Ste. 2
Plants are Forage’s jam, and you’ll find everything from plant-of-the-month subscription boxes to shower steamer bouquets . Not sure exactly what to get your plant-loving momma? Consider a mystery bag full of plants, sustainable essentials + other gift items. Delivery is available, too.
Pretty Decent in Clifton offers a wide array of plants + plant care goods.
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Mahonia , 822 E. Market S.
This NuLu shop boasts Mahonia Goods boxes stuffed with plants, candles, and other goodies. There are also a plethora of potted plants to pick from + gift cards or tickets to terrarium-making workshops or classes for yoga with plants .
Pretty Decent , 2235 Frankfort Ave.
Frankfort Avenue’s new bar + plant shop has succulents, air plants, potted plants, and made-to-order plant gift boxes stuffed with wine and other goodies. You can even book a class so mom can make their own succulent dish garden or moss wall art. Not quite sure what would make the perfect plant present? There are gift cards available, too.