The Art of Giving Meaningful Gifts

If only it was easier to give meaningful gifts that your special someone really appreciated. . . Well, it is, and being living gift experts, we’ll walk you through how to choose a meaningful gift.

The Art of Giving Meaningful Gifts 

A meaningful gift is one which:

•         Is sentimental
•         Holds emotional significance
•         Shares a connection
•         Creates lasting memories
•         Demonstrates thoughtfulness

Psychologists have completed a lot of research on gift giving, and it’s no surprise that they confirmed people like to receive presents which have meaning to them and show that the giver really understands who they are.

This makes things even easier, because living gifts meet both things. Each tree has a special meaning, history or usage, provide lasting memories and demonstrates a connection between both the giver and the receiver.

Choosing Living Meaningful Gifts 

The gift that keeps on giving is one which serves as a reminder of the kindness and thoughtfulness that went into choosing a meaningful gift. A living gift is a meaningful gift not only because of the continual and growing presence of the tree, but also the symbolism behind it. Our favourite sentiments are from the following flowering trees:

·        Camellia – a camellia tree produces beautiful soft looking white through to dark pink flowers. As well as being known in the tea drinking world, the camellia is also renown for symbolising faithfulness, devotion and affection.  This would make a lovely gift for Mother’s Day, Christmas or for a birthday.

·        Magnolia – a magnolia tree symbolises something long-lasting and held dear within the heart. A beautiful meaningful and sentimental flowering living gift for someone special in your life.

·        Kōwhai – known as the Kōwhai-tāranga ora or Tree of Life, gifting a Kōwhai tree as a bereavement gift is a lovely way to show that you will always treasure the memory of the deceased.

·        Mānuka – with dainty flowers, the Mānuka is another NZ native tree which has a special history in Māori medicine. Bark and leaves are used to create infusions and poultices for a range of elements including colds, urinary issues and to reduce fever. Early Europeans used Mānuka leaves to make a tea. Consider giving a Mānuka tree as a thank you to someone who has cared for you or others.  

We’re immensely proud of our range of meaningful living gifts, and the delightful feedback we have received from both our customers and their recipients. If you would like help in choosing a gift for someone special, we’d love to hear from you.