The new year is here, bringing with it the season of "New Me's" and fresh resolutions. At Tree2mydoor, our resolution is simple: to bring even more smiles this year by sending out unique, meaningful gifts.
Finding the perfect birthday gift for someone in January can be tricky, especially after the busy holiday season. Our January gifts guide highlights trees and plants that are thriving this month or ideal for planting now. While most deciduous trees are resting during this time, they’ll soon awaken in spring, and our evergreen trees continue to add beauty throughout the winter. Keep reading for fantastic January birthday gift ideas!
January Birthday Gifts Ideas
1) Silver Birch Tree Gift
£25.00
The Silver Birch takes the spotlight in the Celtic Tree Calendar for January. If you’re looking for a birthday gift for someone born between December 24th and January 20th, a Silver Birch Zodiac Tree makes a meaningful choice.
With its narrow, elegant form and upright growth, the Silver Birch lives for 40-60 years. It’s not only a perfect birthday gift but also a thoughtful option for a silver anniversary, celebrating 25 years of love.
While Silver Birch trees are dormant in January, they can be kept in an unheated garage or shed for a couple of weeks before planting. If the weather is mild, you can plant saplings, but avoid doing so when the ground is frozen or waterlogged.
Learn more about what to plant this month in our Gardening Jobs for January blog post. Silver Birch trees are among the first to awaken after winter, with buds soon appearing and leaves following shortly after.
Delivery Tip
Native saplings have lost their leaves and are dormant for the winter. This sapling doesn’t need to be planted straight away and can be placed in a cool garage or shed for up to 2 weeks when it should be planted into a large pot or in the ground.
2) Mini Olive Tree Gift
£28.00
Our Mini Olive Tree is a charming gift that brings Mediterranean flair to any space. With its frosty silver-green leaves, it looks stunning in January and is perfect for someone with a sun-soaked garden. If they’re lucky, they might even get some olives!
As an evergreen, the Olive Tree requires minimal care. It's slow-growing, so little pruning is needed, and with a quick re-potting every couple of years, it can thrive in a container for its entire life. This compact tree is ideal for a balcony or patio where it can soak up the sun.
A symbol of peace, Olive Trees are known for their longevity, often lasting hundreds or even thousands of years. Looking for a birthday gift that lasts a lifetime? This is the one.
Delivery Tip
The tree can be sent directly to the recipient, and once unpacked, it can be placed in a sheltered garden spot, especially if there’s a risk of frost or snow.
3) Star Magnolia
£50.00
The Star Magnolia Tree is a true showstopper, perfect for the "star" in your life. Its stunning, snowy white flowers bring brightness to any garden, day or night, and will continue to bloom beautifully for years to come. With its star-shaped blossoms, it's an ideal gift for any occasion.
This tree is versatile, making it a perfect choice for a special birthday or a meaningful gift for anyone. The Star Magnolia will quickly become a standout feature in any garden. Its young twigs feature smooth, shiny chestnut-brown bark, while the main trunks have a sleek, silvery-gray bark.
Blooming from late winter to early spring, the Star Magnolia showcases striking white flowers, occasionally tinged with pink. The tree blooms early, offering a great display right from the start.
Delivery tip
When it arrives, the tree will be in a 21cm pot and approximately 50cm tall (including the pot). With proper care, the Star Magnolia can grow to a height of 6-8 ft.
This tree thrives in a protected area, as it can be sensitive to freezing weather. A layer of mulch around the roots will keep it happy and healthy.
4) Blueberry Plant Gift
£49.00
Our Blueberry Plant is the ideal January birthday gift for anyone who loves fresh berries. While blueberry plants are dormant during this time, looking bare without leaves, it’s actually the perfect time for planting. By March, the plant will come to life, showcasing unique blossoms that will lead to a fruitful summer harvest.
As acid-loving plants, blueberries thrive in containers with ericaceous compost. They’re great for patios and small gardens, offering seasonal interest with striking white blossoms in late spring. By summer, you can enjoy delicious ripe berries, and come autumn, the leaves turn a vibrant red, adding even more beauty.Give this gift to someone special in January, and they’ll be baking blueberry muffins by the summer! A fantastic choice for food lovers and health-conscious recipients, this low-maintenance plant arrives in a 3L pot and fits perfectly in small to medium-sized gardens or containers.
5) Small Bay Tree Gift
£43.00
The Bay Laurel tree, native to the Mediterranean, thrives beautifully in UK gardens, especially in January. Known for its aromatic leaves, it’s a perfect addition to cooking, infusing strong, fragrant flavours into casseroles and stews.
Our small bay tree stands 50cm tall and comes in a 3L pot, making it a perfect fit for any space in the garden. Whether placed on a balcony, patio, or decking, this tree brings style and greenery, particularly through the winter months.
With reputed healing and protective properties, the bay tree is believed to ward off bad omens and illness. It’s also a meaningful gift to mark the birth of a new baby, providing a tree to watch grow alongside them each year. Low-maintenance and slow-growing, the Bay Laurel is an ideal tree gift for those with minimal gardening experience.
6) Kaffir Lime Tree Gift
£73.00
For any foodie, the Kaffir Lime Tree is a must-have, especially for those who love experimenting with bold Thai flavours. The highly aromatic double leaves can be used fresh or dried, while the bumpy-skinned limes, with their zesty rind and juice, add a burst of flavour to any dish.This evergreen tree produces fruit year-round, with the crop peaking in January, making it the perfect gift for someone who loves homemade Thai curries.
The Kaffir Lime Tree looks stunning all year long, adding vibrant greenery to any space, especially during the winter months. It can thrive in a pot placed in a conservatory, unheated greenhouse, or sunny porch with plenty of light. Delivered in a 5L pot, the tree is approximately 60-80cm in height. If you’re looking for the perfect January birthday gift for someone passionate about Thai and Asian cooking, this is the one. For a smaller option, we also offer the Mini Kaffir Lime Tree, which is just as impressive in a more compact size.
Explore a Range of Thoughtful Birthday Gifts
Whether you're celebrating a milestone first birthday or a memorable 50th, we’ve got something special for everyone. For little ones turning one, our meaningful and sustainable gifts, like symbolic trees and rose bushes, can grow alongside them, creating cherished memories for years to come. Explore our dedicated 1st Birthday Gifts Collection to find the perfect gift to treasure.
For those celebrating their golden milestone, a 50th birthday deserves a gift as special as the occasion. From elegant ornamental trees to beautiful roses, our 50th Birthday Gifts Collection offers nature-inspired treasures to make this landmark birthday unforgettable.
