Mother’s day gift guide
Looking for ideas for Mother’s Day gifts? There’s lots of great gifts you can surprise mum with that are a bit different from a usual bouquet of flowers.
From first-time mums to super-mums, each mum is unique. That’s why we have a selection of homeware, plants and spa products all tailored to different tastes, hobbies and styles – each a beautiful way to show you mum how much she means to you and the family. These thoughtful presents also make perfect gifts from little ones who want to show their love and gratitude to mum.
Whether you’re looking to save or need a last-minute gift that will make an impact, we’ve pulled together our most affordable Mother’s Day gifts for all kinds of budgets, including gifts for under £10, that’ll make your mum smile and feel appreciated!
Gardening gifts for mum
For mums who love gardening, we have an abundance of amazing gifts that are both beautiful and practical. The RHS Asteraceae matching set of garden tools and accessories is the perfect choice for a mum whose gardening gear could use an upgrade or a refresh. Each piece of the set is designed with a lovely floral pattern in a charming colour palette of purple, yellow, and duck egg blue. The set is sold individually, allowing you to select just the pieces your mum will love the most – or you can spoil her with the full set! Our favourite items from the set include the Kneelo pad, gardening gloves, and planting trowel and dibber set.
Our Dobbies Butterfly & Bee Seed Shaker is incredibly easy-to-use, making it ideal for mums whether they’re new to gardening or seasoned pros. Simply shake, rake into the soil, and water, and the seeds will bloom into a beautiful, natural oasis of flowers that attract bees and butterflies. It’s a perfect gift for mums who love nature too, as it creates a perfect habitat for these essential pollinators to thrive in. The seed shaker covers an area of 35 square metres, making it a budget-friendly and thoughtful gardening gift for Mother’s Day.
For mums who can't get enough of gardening, there’s perhaps no better Mother's Day present than a David Austin Rose. We offer a wide range of stunning colours and fragrances of rose in-store and online, so you’re sure to find the perfect one for you mum. Your mum can plant this gift in the garden and watch it bloom over the coming months. With the added beauty of reflowering each season, this Mother’s Day gift keeps on giving – serving as a reminder of just how much you appreciate her. Two of our favourite varieties include the ‘Poet’s Wife’, with its gorgeous rich yellow blooms and strong fruity scent, and the ‘Gertrude Jekyll’, which is a wonderful early-season rosette shaped flower in bright pink, complimented by its classic rose fragrance. Garden roses are truly the most sentimental gift your mum can cherish forever.
Gardening gifts for mum
Mother's day houseplants
Don’t worry if your mum prefers indoor gardening to spending time outside – houseplants make wonderful Mother’s Day presents too! We have a fantastic range of low maintenance houseplants that are perfect even for mums who don’t have a green thumb! Flowering houseplants are a great twist on the classic Mother’s Day bouquet. They’ll last much longer and, with the right care, may even continue to bloom year after year. Gifting a houseplant this Mother’s Day is a wonderful way to introduce your mum to a new hobby or add to her growing houseplant collection. A thoughtful gift like this is one that will keep on giving, reminding her of your love for years to come.
Kalanchoes are a type of flowering houseplant that are incredibly easy to care for. Their tiny clusters of vibrant flowers come in lots of different shades, including red, orange, pink and white. When cared for correctly, their blooms can last for several weeks – sometimes even up to 100! These colourful little plants are perfect for adding a burst of colour to brighten up tables, shelves, or windowsills.
Anthuriums are another striking houseplant to give to your mum this Mother's Day. Exotic yet surprisingly easy to care for, Anthuriums have vibrant, heart-shaped leaves that add interest to a space even when they're not in bloom. With beautiful colours to choose from like pink, red, and even black, this plant is an ideal gift that will continue to impress with its beauty long after Mother's Day.
For something extra unique for your mum, orchids make a lovely and traditional Mother’s Day houseplant. The Phalaenopsis variety is one of the easiest orchids to care for, and comes in shades of bright pink, white or yellow. Known for their long-lasting blooms, these orchids can flower for up to three months with proper care. They may even bloom twice a year. Delicate, elegant, and beautiful, an orchid is an affordable, rewarding gift that will charm your mum for many years.
Houseplant gifts for mum
Spa gifts for mum
Is your mum constantly on the go, never getting a second to sit down? This Mother’s Day, help her take some well-deserved time for herself with a relaxing day of self-care, made easy with our selection of deluxe home spa products.
Our collection of The Scented Home gift sets is the perfect way to elevate your mum’s at-home spa days or create a soothing atmosphere for her to unwind in after a long day. The delightful scent of peonies adds a refreshing touch to any space, filling her home with a beautiful fragrance. Each set includes a room spray, reed diffuser, and candle.
The After the Rain luxury body fragrance set by ARRAN Sense of Scotland comes beautifully packaged in an elegant gift box inspired by the Isle of Arran, where the products are proudly made. With a captivating blend of rose petals, musk, floral citrus, and soft woody notes, this set includes full-size bath & shower gel and body lotion. It’s the perfect way for your mum to indulge in some self-care while enjoying a fresh, appealing scent.
No relaxing bath time is complete without a candle to set the mood, and our 2-wick “Mum” Heart Candle is the perfect choice. This heartfelt touch to your Mother’s Day present will always remind your mum how appreciated she is. Its rich blend of pomegranate and cassis fills the air with wonderful fragrance, while the dual wick provides an even burn and a 30-hour burn time. This is a great value gift that will allow your mum to unwind from the comfort of her own home – just what she deserves!
Spa gifts for mum
Gifts for first time mums
Becoming a new mum is an exciting yet nerve-racking time, filled with overwhelming emotions and changes. It’s a time where any mum-to-be or new mum deserves extra care from all her loved ones, so this Mother’s Day make sure you gift her something that provides comfort, relaxation, and shows her how supported and loved she truly is.
Being a first-time mum can be tiring, and sometimes she’ll need a bit of extra time for herself. Our “Best Mum Ever” LED Candle features a heartfelt message and a flameless design that creates a cosy, warm glow in any space. This is a beautiful, decorative piece that adds ambiance, without the hassle. Safe and long-lasting, it lets any mum unwind without worry, even if she forgets to turn it off!
The luxurious Time Out gift set from Earth Mother has been carefully curated to give new mums a moment of quiet reflection and relaxation after pregnancy and birth. This set includes everything a new mum needs to de-stress – a candle, eye mask, body mist, and hydrating cream, all formulated with natural and soothing blends of shea butter, jojoba oil, and bergamot essential oils. It’s the perfect thoughtful yet affordable gift for new mums to help her indulge in some well-deserved “me” time.
To keep new mums cosy and comfortable, the microwaveable Hot Pak is the perfect thing. Easy to warm in the microwave, its relaxing lavender filling offers a soothing aromatic experience, while the gentle heat helps provide instant relief from any aches and pains. It can also be chilled in the freezer for cold therapy. The soft fleece design is available in a variety of patterns, so there’s one to suit every mum.
Gifts for first time mums
Food gifts for mum
Whether your mum is queen of the kitchen or just loves trying new flavours, our food gifts for Mother’s Day offer something for every taste. From indulgent boxes of Thorntons and Lindt chocolates to more unique treats, these are the perfect gifts to satisfy her taste buds.
The wide selection of biscuits from Farmhouse Biscuits makes a delightful treat for your mum this Mother's Day. Packaged in decorative metal tins and charming boxes, these biscuits come in lots of unique flavours, like strawberry & clotted cream, made with real strawberry pieces. Whether enjoyed with a cup of tea or coffee or savoured on their own, they offer rich, flavourful, crunchy goodness. This gift combines great value and delicious taste.
Looking for a unique and special gift for your foodie mum? Why not let her try growing her own herbs! With a variety of tasty flavours your mum can grow right on her kitchen windowsill, she’ll not only be able to add fresh ingredients to her favourite drinks and dishes but also enjoy the pride of homegrown produce. Our top pick for Mother’s Day is the Dobbies Japanese Greens Spicy Flavours of Asia. The set is perfect for beginners, even if your mum isn’t an experienced gardener, and includes a ceramic pot, a sachet of seeds, coir and a guide to growing.
Food gifts for mum
Not sure what to get your mum, or prefer to give her the opportunity to pick out her own dream gift? Our Mother’s Day gift cards are the perfect solution. We have lots of beautifully designed gift cards, so you can select the one that’s just right for her.
Or, if you prefer a Mother’s Day experience you can share together, book into one of our Mother’s Day events and make memories that will last a lifetime. Our afternoon tea and planting experience, Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea, and Mother’s Day Breakfast are all special ways to spend quality time together. Each event will include a special gift for your mum to take home and cherish. Find out more information on our What's On page.
Don’t forget to shop Mother’s Day cards and gifts, including gift cards, in-store and online now.