August’s warm embrace brings long evenings, ripening fruit and a subtle shift in nature's rhythm. While it’s a vital time to care for our gardens, it’s also full of gifting potential, especially for birthdays, anniversaries and new beginnings. Whether you're nurturing your outdoor space or sharing the joy of nature with loved ones, we’ve got timely advice and meaningful gifts for you.
In this guide, we explore essential garden tasks alongside thoughtful tree and plant gifts you can send to mark life's special moments, naturally.
August Garden Care & Gifting
Essential Garden Maintenance
August is about sustaining momentum. Mow lawns weekly while growth is steady. Turn compost heaps to keep them aerated and active. With water conservation key, use collected rainwater and mulch your containers to retain moisture. This is also a good time to save seeds from plants going to seed, a simple yet symbolic act of hope for seasons to come.
Mindful Watering & Pest Watch
Our gardens need hydration just like we do, so water your container plants early in the morning or later in the evening to reduce evaporation and keep the soil moist. Keep a close eye on pests like aphids under leaves, and treat them naturally with a spray of soapy water if needed. During humid spells, which are common in August, powdery mildew may also appear, so ensuring good air flow and appropriate watering can help prevent outbreaks.
August Pruning & Tree Care
Now’s the time to prune trees like apple and grape vines to encourage better yields. Trim herbs such as lavender, mint and oregano to encourage a final growth flush. It’s also the final chance to prune cherry and stone fruit trees before disease risks increase. Bay trees benefit from shaping now too, giving time for fresh growth before the season cools.
Wildlife & Indoor Plant Tips
To keep your garden bustling with wildlife, keep any feeders you might have topped up and generously share overripe fruit from your garden, the birds, squirrels and insects will thank you! If you’re going away, place indoor plants out of direct sun to avoid stress and drying out. Consider using self-watering pots or asking a friend to stop by and water them.
August Gifting Ideas Rooted in Nature
Native Tree Saplings
Gifting a native UK tree sapling in August is a symbolic way to send a message of growth and care. While it’s not the ideal time to plant directly into the ground, saplings can be placed in a small pot and kept outdoors in a shaded spot. With regular watering, they’ll stay healthy until the wetter weather returns in autumn, when they’ll be ready to plant and thrive. Each of our native saplings arrives with guidance and access to our MyTree™ care programme, making them a low-stress, high-meaning gift.
Rose Gifts in Second Bloom
Roses are blooming beautifully again this month, offering a second flush of flowers just in time for August birthdays and celebrations. Our rose bush gifts are delivered in bloom where possible, making them an instant delight. Choose from birthday, memorial or anniversary varieties that flower year after year, a living reminder of your love.
Gifts for Foodies and Small Spaces
Know someone who loves growing their own food or has limited space? Our fruit trees and soft fruit plants like blueberry make ideal gifts this month. Blueberry plants can still be planted in pots with ericaceous compost, making them perfect for patios, balconies or small gardens—and they offer a tasty treat for late summer.
Celebrate a New Home
Late summer is a time of change, and a living gift makes a thoughtful way to mark it. For a meaningful housewarming present, consider a Mini Olive Tree Gift for their new outdoor space or a Bay Tree Gift that stands as a fragrant welcome by their front door. They bring symbolism, scent and a little magic to their new home, with easy care and year-round appeal.
Harvest Joy & Seasonal Giving
Early apple varieties such as Royal Gala are ready to pick and offer the perfect chance to share your harvest with friends and neighbours.
Support With MyTree™
All our living gifts are supported by MyTree™, a care programme that includes monthly tips tailored to your tree or plant. So whether you’re gifting or growing for yourself, we’re here to help it thrive. Join a quiet movement of thoughtful gifting restoring meaning, memory and connection to nature through the simple act of planting.
Celebrate naturally. Send a gift that keeps growing.
