40th Birthday Plants

40th Birthday Plant Gift Ideas

Turning 40 is a milestone and whether the recipient is embracing life at 40 or trying to forget its happening a living gift that grows and thrives is the perfect way to celebrate the big 40! If your gift recipient is a budding gardener, enjoys cooking and cocktails, has a growing collection of houseplants, our 40th birthday plant collection offers something meaningful for the occasion.

For a splash of colour choose Happy Birthday Camellias, for chefs our chilli plant range will go down a treat, or make the occasion even more memorable with a medium lime tree, perfect for mixing up mojitos!

If you’re unsure what to pick, a Plants4Presents gift voucher is a thoughtful option, allowing your friend or loved one to choose their ideal plant at their leisure

Need a little extra guidance? Contact us and our friendly team will be delighted to help you choose the perfect plant to celebrate this golden birthday.

Choosing plants vs. flowers

Although typically a bunch of cut flowers is the go-to birthday gift, this is your sign to choose something longer-lasting and meaningful, such as a plant gift.

• Plants can last years with the proper care, serving as a consistent reminder of your gift.
• Plants are similar in price to a bouquet of flowers, but their extended lifespan means they are more economical and a better value for money.
• Locally grown plants have a lower carbon footprint than most cut flowers and they continue to offset carbon throughout their growing life.
• Indoor plants may improve air quality by producing oxygen and removing some pollutants, making your environment healthier and cleaner.

For more guidance on choosing the best 40th birthday plant gift for your loved one, contact us today and we’ll be happy to help.

40th birthday plant care tips

Choosing a plant for a 40th birthday is a wonderful way to mark a special milestone. With just a little care, these gifts can be enjoyed for years and may even spark a new mid life hobby.

Don’t know much about plants yourself and looking for some guidance?

Camellia

• Light: Prefers partial shade and evenly moist soil
• Water: Water regularly without waterlogging the soil

Lemon Tree

• Light: Needs lots of sunlight, whether indoor or outdoor
• Water: Needs regular watering with good drainage

Chili Plant

• Light: Place in full sun for 6-8 hours
• Water: Keep soil evenly moist

For more information on general plant care or something more specific to your chosen plant, you can find our full plant care guides online or contact us directly.

Why Choose Plants4Presents?

For over 20 years, we’ve been helping people mark life’s most important moments with living, long lasting gifts. Our plants are grown with care in our Sussex nursery and carefully packaged to arrive fresh, healthy, and gift-ready.

When it comes to a 40th birthday, we know how important it is to find a present that feels purposeful. That's why at our Sussex nursey, we are committed working with the natural environment rather than against it. The nursery is heated by a biomass boiler and our plants are watered with water sourced from our rainwater harvesting system. We use no nasty chemicals or pesticides, and our gifts are always wrapped and packed in fully recyclable materials.

How to Order Plants for a 40th Birthday

When you place your order, simply add a personalised message, which we’ll hand-write for you, select a container and greetings card, and choose your delivery date. We’ll take care of the rest so your 40th birthday gift arrives beautifully presented and right on time.

40th birthday plant shipping and delivery

At Plants4Presents, we’re dedicated to helping you send thoughtful and high-quality plant gifts on time and in perfect condition. That’s why we offer a range of delivery options throughout the entire UK:

• Next day delivery available if ordered by 3pm.
• Free delivery on orders over £50 for both next-day delivery and standard named day delivery.
• Delivery for orders under £50 starts from just £6.
• If the recipient is likely to be out in the day, you can always specify for your gift to leave safe and add specific instructions to the couriers about where best to leave it.
• All our plants are delivered beautifully gift wrapped and boxed as standard. Choose our beautiful hand designed birthday card and add a personal message to make your gift extra special at no extra cost.

We send all our plant gifts with reliable overnight delivery services to ensure they arrive fresh and beautiful. You can find full shipping and delivery information on our website, but you can also contact us directly if you have any questions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does your 40th birthday plant range include?

Our 40th birthday selection includes a range of unusual and specialist edible and fruiting plants, foliage houseplants and classic garden plants. We update this range regularly to reflect what’s looking best in our nursery.

Can you deliver a 40th birthday gift quickly?

Yes – if you order by 3pm, we can deliver the next day with our tracked and courier service.

Can I order in advance for a 40th birthday?

Of course! You can select your preferred delivery date, whether on the birthday itself or the day before, and we’ll ensure your plant is reserved and delivered on time. We can even deliver your gift direct to the party venue!

What plants do you recommend for a 40th birthday?

It depends on the recipient. Unusual Pineapple Plants arrive with the wow factor, or perhaps a Wooden Herb Planter for a keen cook is more their style. For the 40-year-old who has everything, how about a Banana Plant to bring a touch of the tropics into their home? If you’re unsure, our team is always happy to advise based on what’s looking best in the nursery.

Do you sell 40th birthday gift sets?

Yes – we offer a range of thoughtful gift sets, including our popular Mini Lemon and Gin Gift Set, which is paired with miniature bottle of gin, tonic to add a little extra sparkle to their milestone celebration.