Five Star Gift Ideas

For your son who has a passion for botany and plant identification, there are several meaningful and personal gift ideas that are sure to ignite his love for plants even further. Here are a few suggestions to consider:

1. Botany Field Guide: Consider gifting your son a comprehensive botany field guide that includes detailed information about different plant species, their habitats, and identification techniques. Look for guides that are tailored to your region, as this will allow him to explore and identify plants in your local area.

2. Plant Identification App: In today's digital age, there are several incredible plant identification apps available that use image recognition technology to identify plants. These apps allow users to snap a photo of a plant and receive instant information about it. Gift your son a subscription to a reliable plant identification app that he can use on his smartphone or tablet.

3. Plant Press: A plant press can be an excellent gift for a botany enthusiast. It allows your son to preserve and study plant specimens in a compact and organized manner. Look for a high-quality plant press that is easy to use, durable, and comes with detailed instructions.

4. Botanical Illustration Kit: If your son has an artistic side, consider gifting him a botanical illustration kit. These kits usually include high-quality art supplies such as watercolor paints, brushes, and sketching pencils along with instructional materials. He can use this kit to create beautiful illustrations of the plants he studies and observes.

5. Botanical Garden Membership: A membership to a local botanical garden can provide endless opportunities for your son to immerse himself in the world of botany. With a membership, he can gain exclusive access to workshops, lectures, and special events focused on plant identification and conservation. It's a gift that keeps on giving all year round.

6. Gardening Tools: Help your son enhance his practical gardening skills by gifting him a set of high-quality gardening tools. Look for tools that are designed for plant identification purposes, such as a hand lens for examining intricate details on leaves or a pruning shears for taking samples.

7. Online Botany Course: If your son is serious about pursuing botany further, consider gifting him an online botany course. There are several reputable online platforms that offer self-paced courses on botany, plant identification, and taxonomy. This gift will not only deepen his knowledge but also provide him with a valuable learning experience.

Remember, the most important thing is to support your son's passion for botany. By choosing a gift that aligns with his interests, you are showing him that you recognize his dedication and are invested in his journey as a botanist.

Or you can get him a star map with an important date you share.

Madeline Moran Weiler says about Under Lucky Stars star maps:

“The map was absolutely beautiful! My grandson was thrilled with it (it was a Christmas gift) and has already asked me if I would consider getting another one for him as a graduation gift in a couple of years.”