Crochet gifts for plant lovers: gifts that grow on you
If you are shopping for someone whose windowsills look like a small jungle, crochet gifts for plant lovers are a perfect match: they celebrate the obsession, they never need watering, and they pair beautifully with a real plant. A crochet succulent will not wilt on a dark desk, a handmade pot cover can rescue an ugly nursery pot in seconds, and a plant hanger turns a trailing pothos into a feature instead of a tangle.
This guide sticks strictly to plant gifts — forever plants, hangers, pot covers, and plant-care accessories — so every idea here suits a plant person first, not just anyone who likes cosy decor.
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How to pick: match the gift to the plant-parent type
The serial plant killer needs forever plants: crochet succulents, cacti, and snake plants that thrive on total neglect. The trailing-plant collector wants hangers and vines that show off pothos, string of pearls, and ivy. The small-space jungle keeper needs pot covers and propagation hangers that tidy shelves without taking floor space. The practical plant parent will use plant markers, a watering-can cozy, and coasters every single week. The desk-plant person wants one small, cheerful pot that fits beside a keyboard. Pick the type first, and the right gift below almost picks itself.
1. Forever Succulent in a Pot
A rosette succulent in a little crochet pot is the classic plant-lover gift for a reason: it looks like a real plant, it never needs light or water, and it fits anywhere from a desk to a bathroom shelf. Vary the greens, add a tiny flower, or leave the face off for a more grown-up look.
Best for: The serial plant killer · Time to make: 2–3 hours · Skill level: Beginner
Make it: free succulent pattern or KnotBloomStudio PDF · Buy it ready-made: Etsy search: crochet succulent
2. Cactus Amigurumi with a Flower
A small crochet cactus with a bright flower on top is cheerful without being childish, and it is one of the quickest forever plants to make. It suits a sunny shelf, a car dashboard (kept out of direct heat), or a gift bundle with a real cactus for contrast.
Best for: A cheerful desk or shelf gift · Time to make: 2–4 hours · Skill level: Beginner
Make it: free cactus pattern or KnotBloomStudio PDF · Buy it ready-made: Etsy search: crochet cactus
3. Monstera Leaf Plant
Monstera leaves are instantly recognisable, which makes a crochet monstera a gift plant people actually notice. Worked in a deep green with split-leaf shaping, it reads as a statement plant even at a small size, and it pairs well with a plain terracotta or cream pot.
Best for: The monstera obsessive · Time to make: 3–5 hours · Skill level: Advanced beginner
Make it: free monstera pattern or KnotBloomStudio PDF · Buy it ready-made: Etsy search: crochet monstera
4. Snake Plant That Never Needs Watering
A crochet snake plant gives the tall, architectural look of the real thing with none of the overwatering risk. Upright leaves in two greens, set in a simple pot, suit a minimalist shelf or office corner where a real plant would struggle for light.
Best for: Low-light rooms and offices · Time to make: 3–4 hours · Skill level: Beginner
Make it: free snake plant pattern or KnotBloomStudio PDF · Buy it ready-made: Etsy search: crochet snake plant
5. Mini Potted Flower (Sunflower or Tulip)
A single crochet flower in a pot — a sunflower, tulip, or daisy — is a forever bouquet in miniature. It works for birthdays, thank-yous, and get-well gifts, and unlike cut flowers it is still looking good months later. For more flower-gift ideas, see our crochet flower bouquet gifts.
Best for: Birthdays and thank-you gifts · Time to make: 2–3 hours · Skill level: Beginner
Make it: free potted flower pattern or KnotBloomStudio PDF · Buy it ready-made: Etsy search: crochet potted flower
6. Macramé-Style Plant Hanger
A crochet plant hanger in a macramé style is the most practical gift on this list: it lifts a trailing plant off the shelf, frees up surface space, and turns the plant into wall-level decor. Use sturdy cotton yarn so the hanger comfortably holds the pot’s weight as the plant grows, and measure the pot before you start.
Best for: The trailing-plant collector · Time to make: 2–4 hours · Skill level: Beginner
Make it: free plant hanger pattern or KnotBloomStudio PDF · Buy it ready-made: Etsy search: crochet plant hanger
7. Granny Square Pot Cover
A granny square pot cover is the stash-busting hero of this guide: join a few cheerful squares around a plain nursery pot and the whole plant looks instantly intentional. It is easy to size up or down by adding squares, and it makes a plain plastic pot gift-ready without buying a new planter.
Best for: Dressing up nursery pots · Time to make: 3–5 hours · Skill level: Beginner
Make it: free granny square pot cover pattern or KnotBloomStudio PDF · Buy it ready-made: Etsy search: crochet pot cover
8. Chunky Basket Pot Cover
For a calmer, more modern look, a chunky basket-style pot cover in a neutral cotton gives a plant the feel of a woven basket. The thick texture hides plastic pots completely, and the cover doubles as a gift wrap: pop the plant in, and the present is already dressed.
Best for: A modern, neutral home · Time to make: 1–2 hours · Skill level: Beginner
Make it: free basket pot cover pattern or KnotBloomStudio PDF · Buy it ready-made: Etsy search: crochet basket pot cover
9. Trailing String-of-Pearls Hanging Plant
A crochet string of pearls — little yarn beads trailing from a small hanging pot — captures a plant that many people struggle to keep alive in real life. Hung at different heights with a real trailing plant, it adds fullness to a plant corner without adding another watering schedule.
Best for: The hanging-plant shelf · Time to make: 2–3 hours · Skill level: Beginner
Make it: free hanging plant pattern or KnotBloomStudio PDF · Buy it ready-made: Etsy search: crochet hanging plant
10. Propagation Jar Hanger
Plant people are always rooting cuttings in jars of water, so a small crochet hanger that holds a propagation jar — by a window, on a suction hook, or from a shelf — is a gift they will actually use. It keeps cuttings visible, upright, and out of the way of cats and elbows.
Best for: The propagation enthusiast · Time to make: 1–2 hours · Skill level: Beginner
Make it: free propagation hanger pattern or KnotBloomStudio PDF · Buy it ready-made: Etsy search: crochet propagation hanger
11. Leaf Garland and Trailing Vine
A crochet leaf garland — ivy leaves strung along a vine — drapes over a shelf, mirror, or plant stand and fills the gap between real plants. It is a good gift for a renter or anyone who cannot put holes in the wall, since it hangs from a single hook or drapes without fixing.
Best for: Shelves, mirrors, and plant stands · Time to make: 3–5 hours · Skill level: Advanced beginner
Make it: free leaf garland pattern or KnotBloomStudio PDF · Buy it ready-made: Etsy search: crochet leaf garland
12. Monstera Leaf Coasters
Leaf-shaped coasters are the plant gift that earns its keep daily: they protect the shelf the plants sit on, they echo the plant theme, and a set of four or six makes a complete gift on its own. Work them in cotton so they wash well, and pair them with a plant-themed mug for a ready-made bundle.
Best for: The plant shelf and coffee corner · Time to make: 2–3 hours for a set · Skill level: Beginner
Make it: free leaf coaster pattern or KnotBloomStudio PDF · Buy it ready-made: Etsy search: crochet leaf coaster
13. Crochet Plant Marker Set
Plant markers are the unsung gift for anyone growing herbs or propagating cuttings: small crochet leaves or tags, each labelled with the plant name, that mark what is what in a crowded pot. They beat plastic tags for looks, and they make a thoughtful add-on tucked into a gift with a real plant.
Best for: Herb growers and propagators · Time to make: 1–2 hours for a set · Skill level: Beginner
Make it: free plant marker pattern or KnotBloomStudio PDF · Buy it ready-made: Etsy search: crochet plant marker
14. Watering-Can Cozy
A small crochet cozy for a watering can sounds whimsical, and it is — but it also stops a cold metal can from dripping on shelves and gives a well-used tool a bit of personality. Keep it to a small indoor watering can, use cotton yarn that can handle the odd splash, and leave the spout and handle free.
Best for: The indoor plant-watering ritual · Time to make: 2–3 hours · Skill level: Advanced beginner
Make it: free watering-can cozy pattern or KnotBloomStudio PDF · Buy it ready-made: Etsy search: crochet watering can cozy
15. Plant Car Hanger
A tiny hanging plant for the rearview mirror — a mini pot with trailing leaves — brings the plant obsession on the road. Keep it small and light, hang it so it never blocks the driver’s view, and check local rules about mirror obstructions before gifting it for a car.
Best for: The plant lover who drives · Time to make: 1–2 hours · Skill level: Beginner
Make it: free plant car hanger pattern or KnotBloomStudio PDF · Buy it ready-made: Etsy search: crochet plant car hanger
Wrapping it up: make it, buy it, or pair it
The easiest winning move is a pair: a crochet forever plant beside a real plant, or a pot cover wrapped around a nursery pot that is ready to go. If you are short on time, buy the ready-made version and add a handwritten plant-care note. If you love to make, most items here take an evening or a weekend — start with a succulent or a pot cover, and save the monstera for when you want a showpiece. For more handmade gift ideas in general, browse our free crochet patterns for gifts, and if you want the eco angle, our eco-friendly crochet gifts guide pairs well with a plant-lover gift. However you give it, a plant gift made of yarn says the same thing a real plant does: I noticed what you love.
What are the best crochet gifts for plant lovers?
Forever succulents, cacti, and monstera plants are the safest picks because they suit any home and never need watering, followed by plant hangers and pot covers for someone who already owns plenty of real plants.
What crochet plant gift is best for a beginner to make?
A forever succulent in a pot or a chunky basket pot cover: both use basic stitches, take 1–3 hours, and still look finished. Save split-leaf monstera shaping and long garlands for a second project.
Can I give a crochet plant gift to someone who already has lots of plants?
Yes — that is exactly who plant-care gifts suit best. A plant hanger, pot cover, propagation jar hanger, or plant marker set adds to their collection without adding another plant to water.
What yarn should I use for crochet plant gifts?
Cotton yarn is the best all-round choice: it holds its shape for pot covers and hangers, washes well for coasters, and handles the odd splash better than acrylic. Use a slightly smaller hook than the yarn label suggests for firm amigurumi leaves.
How do I care for a crochet plant gift?
Keep it out of prolonged direct sunlight to avoid fading, dust it with a dry cloth, and spot-clean with mild soap and water if needed. Do not water it — that is the whole point — and keep it away from damp soil and dripping pots.