LivingUpdated: Nov. 04, 2025, 2:33 p.m.|Published: Nov. 04, 2025, 1:54 p.m.By Dawn Chipman | Special to The Republican

If you’re considering gifting a plant this holiday season, read on for ideas that bring all-season joy — alternatives to giant amaryllis bulbs and the like. Last month in Springfield, I attended the traveling Plantella Expo, which draws indoor gardeners and plant vendors from all over New England. That’s where I met Brad Clegg, who grows what he calls X-factor plants, and Hannah Cook Dumas, who creates hydroponic and semi-hydroponic botanical gifts.

First, meet Brad Clegg, owner of Buddha’s Botanicals in Seekonk.Garden talkBrad Clegg is the owner of Buddha’s Botanicals in Seekonk, Massachusetts. (Carol Trinchinato Photography)Carol Trinchinato

If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. By using this site, you consent to our User Agreement and agree that your clicks, interactions, and personal information may be collected, recorded, and/or stored by us and social media and other third-party partners in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

Comments are closed.

Pin