Golden 50th Wedding Anniversary gift ideas that grow with love
Looking for something a little more meaningful than jewellery or flowers? These golden-themed gift ideas for a 50th wedding anniversary are beautiful, sustainable alternatives that live on long after the special day has passed.
Each tree or plant you send tells a story, of time, growth, resilience and renewal, just like a couple marking fifty years of marriage. A living gift connects hearts and roots, making it a truly thoughtful choice.
What Is the Traditional Gift for a 50th Wedding Anniversary?
Gold is the traditional symbol for 50 years of marriage, representing strength, wisdom and enduring value. While most people think of gold in terms of jewellery, we believe the symbolism can take a more natural form, through golden blossoms, golden fruits or richly coloured foliage.
Here are some of our favourite golden anniversary gift ideas inspired by nature’s own treasure.
Lemon Tree Gift – £55.00
"Bought the lemon tree as a gift for my wife and it has arrived as promised in good condition. The tree is as described, so I suppose it's all down to how it's looked after now!" - Mick
Bring golden joy into the home with this delightful lemon tree. Compact and citrus-scented, it’s perfect for bright indoor spaces like conservatories or kitchen windowsills. The tree will produce fragrant flowers and golden lemons up to four times a year — a gift that keeps giving.
Pair with our Summer Citrus Feed for long-term care. Or consider the Mini Kaffir Lime Tree Gift for a smaller but equally fragrant option.
Golden 50th Anniversary Rose Gift – £29.99
"I'm delighted with the service I received. The rose was beautifully presented and our friends, who were celebrating their Golden Wedding Anniversary, were thrilled with it." - Josephine
Celebrate five decades of love with our Golden Anniversary Rose. It produces rich golden blooms in spring and summer; a living symbol of joy, commitment and resilience. Hardy and easy to care for, it’s a beautiful choice for any garden, large or small.
Also available in a patio version: the Golden Wedding Celebration Patio Rose, which is ideal for compact spaces and container growing.
Orange Favourite Colour Japanese Maple Tree Gift – £45.00
Looking for something a little different? This Japanese Maple tree brings glowing shades of amber and orange to the garden — a subtle, stylish nod to golden themes. Slow growing and elegant, it’s a beautiful feature tree that grows to around 6ft and suits smaller outdoor spaces perfectly.
You Are My Sunshine Rose Bush Gift – £29.99
"Arrived on time, beautifully packaged, a lovely rose bush that brought great pleasure to the recipient." - Susan
Bright yellow floribunda blooms and a strong sweet fragrance make this rose bush an uplifting way to say "You are my sunshine" — perfect for partners or family members celebrating 50 golden years. Its golden blossoms return each summer as a cheerful reminder of lasting love.
Looking for more nature-inspired Golden Gifts for birthdays?
Still searching for a golden-themed gift, but not for an anniversary? Explore our 50th Birthday Gifts Collection for tree and plant gifts to celebrate life’s other golden milestones.
