Mother's Day Plants

Mother's Day plants give Mom something that keeps growing long after the holiday. Pick from purple or white phalaenopsis orchids, a dish garden in a wicker container, or a blooming or green plant chosen by a local florist, who selects each one by hand.

Below, find which plant suits her space and how to care for it.

Choosing Mother's Day plants

Orchids, dish gardens and florist-picked plants

Three of the six Mother's Day plant gifts here are phalaenopsis orchids. The Purple Phalaenopsis Orchid sits in a sleek glass cube, with white and candle versions too. The White Phalaenopsis Orchid opens crisp white with a fuchsia blush in a satin-finish ceramic pot, and the Double White Orchid Plant sends up two tall stems. The Classic Dish Garden mixes green plants with a few soft blooming plants in a wicker container, in three sizes. With Designer's Choice - Blooming Plant or Designer's Choice - Green Plant, the florist picks the healthiest plant on hand that day. For cut flowers instead, see our Mother's Day flowers.

Easy care for plants for Mom

Orchids like bright, indirect light, such as an east-facing window, and need water only when the bark feels dry, often about once a week. Too much water is the most common way to lose one. When the flowers drop, the plant rests and can rebloom on new spikes later. Dish gardens usually prefer bright, indirect light and soil kept lightly moist, never soggy.

Mother's Day plant questions

What is a good gift for a mom who enjoys plants?

An orchid is a classic, since it blooms for weeks and looks polished on a table or desk. A dish garden gives her several plants to tend in one container. If you're unsure of her taste, a florist-chosen blooming plant takes out the guesswork. Browse all our orchids.

Is there a plant that represents motherhood?

No single plant is official, but orchids are often linked with strength, grace and beauty, and carnations are the flower most tied to Mother's Day. Many people also see a living plant as a symbol of care that keeps growing, which suits the day well.

Are these plants safe for a mom with cats or dogs?

Phalaenopsis orchids are generally considered non-toxic to cats and dogs, which makes them a good choice for pet owners. The Designer's Choice plants and the Classic Dish Garden vary with what the florist has on hand, so ask about the varieties if pets are a concern. See all our plants.