Our Founder
Gareth Mitchell — Founder Profile
Gareth Mitchell founded Tree2mydoor in 2003 with a simple idea: replace disposable gifts with living ones that last. Raised in rural Northern Ireland and later based in Manchester, Gareth combined a love of nature with experience in marketing and ethical business to build the UK’s original living gift company.
Under his guidance, Tree2mydoor has helped customers celebrate life’s most meaningful moments with trees, roses and plants that grow on. We partner with trusted UK growers, deliver nationwide in thoughtful packaging, and support recipients with practical care advice.
Areas of expertise: marketing, branding, new product development, e-commerce, ethical and sustainable business.
Achievements & recognition
- Gift of the Year (national award) for Tree2mydoor’s early range, shortly after incorporation in 2004.
- NES North West Entrepreneur of the Year, 2005 - Winner.
- People in Retail Awards, 2007 - Retail Ambassador of the Year, Finalist.
- Courvoisier The Future 500, The Observer, November 2007 - Top 10, Public Life category. Read listing
Professional groups & networks
Media & honours
Courvoisier The Future 500 (The Observer, 2007)
Top 10 position, Public Life category.
Founder message
“Tree2mydoor began with a personal search for a better way to gift — something meaningful, sustainable and rooted in love. I’m proud that our living gifts help people mark life’s moments while strengthening their connection to nature.”
— Gareth Mitchell
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About Tree2mydoor
Tree2mydoor helps people celebrate naturally with living gifts that last. Each tree or plant is selected by expert growers, beautifully presented, and supported with care advice so recipients can enjoy their gift for years to come.