Celebrate Mom - Mother's Day is Sunday, May 10, 2026

Fabulous Gift Ideas for Mom

Mother's Day is Sunday, May 10, 2026: Mom's in luck this Mother's Day and so are you! We've got some great gift ideas for Mom to enjoy from SummerWinds Nursery...

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1. Decorative Ceramic Flowers

These decorative ceramic flowers can be enjoyed on a wall or table—indoors or out! Choose from a variety of styles, sizes and colors.

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2. Monthly Planting Guides & Gardening Books from Growing in the Garden

Want to know when to plant your favorite flowers or edibles? We've got monthly planting guides, a garden planner and journal, and a book, "How to Grow Your Own Food"—all from Angela Judd of Growing in the Garden:

• Flower Planting Guide
• Vegetable, Herb & Fruit Planting Guide
• How to Grow Your Own Food (book) 
• A Guided, Month-by-Month Garden Planner & Journal

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3. Plumerias & Adeniums

Plumerias are beloved tropical shrubs known for their lush, fragrant flowers and striking, broad leaves. Adeniums—commonly called Desert Roses—are drought-tolerant succulents prized for their sculptural forms and vibrant blooms. Both are excellent choices for desert gardens and thrive beautifully in containers.

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4. Fountains & Statues

Looking for an extra special something for Mom's garden?  How about a fountain, or a statue—ranging from small to large, traditional to whimsical, including: religous statues, fun animals, mystical creatures, bells and more!

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5. Bonsai Trees & Accessories

Looking for an extra special, long-lasting gift for Mom? The art form of Bonsai takes the beauty of the natural world around us and replicates nature's grand masterpieces in miniature versions that symbolize life. Bonsai can be grown in a number of styles and with a variety of trees for indoors or out. Plus, we have the know-how and tools and accessories Mom needs to grow and maintain her masterpiece.

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6. Gardening Books by 'The AZ Plant Lady'

Looking for some local gardening expertise? We've got two great book recommendations written by local Desert Horticulturist, Noelle Johnson, aka 'The AZ Plant Lady':

• The Water-Smart Garden: Techniques and Strategies for Conserving, Capturing, and Efficiently Using Water in Today's Climate... and Tomorrow's
• Dry Climate Gardening: Growing beautiful, sustainable gardens in low-water conditions

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7. Houseplants, Indoor Planters & Accessories

Houseplants are many things... From Tillandsias (air plants) and Ferns, to Peperomia, Sansevieria and ZZ plants, houseplants can not only add color and texture to your home, some can also help to purify the air. SummerWinds has a large selection of houseplants in a wide range of sizes, and that thrive in various light conditions.

Indoor Planters: We have a great assortment of indoor planters available in numerous styles, colors and sizes to complete your gift. Whether it's a minature African Violet or a large Swiss Cheese Plant, we've got the perfect pot for Mom's new houseplant.

Houseplant Accessories: Your local SummerWinds Nursery also has an assortment of accessories designed just for houseplants, including plant nanny's to help Mom water while she's on vacation, spray bottles for plant misting, plant hangers, saucers, hooks and more!

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8. Heart Pots & Flower Pillows

Looking for a special hand-made something for Mom? We've got ceramic heart pots made by artist Lisa Howe, as well as flower pillows made locally by MBS Clayworks.

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9. Outdoor Pottery

At SummerWinds, we have a beautiful selection of outdoor pottery. From colorful, modern and metallic, to traditional or earthy, we've got the perfect pot for Mom's garden, patio or deck, as well as a wide variety of summer flowering plants to plant inside them!

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10. Hats for Gardening & Sun

Your local SummerWinds has a great collection of UV-rated hats that are as stylish as they are functional! Mom can use them when gardening, enjoying her patio or when out and about!

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11. Raised Garden Beds & Planters

Make growing Mom's favorite veggies, herbs and flowers that much more convenient—and back and knee-friendly—with raised garden beds and planters. Choose from Birdies Metal Raised Garden Beds, Smart Pots, NuVue Raised Garden Beds, and more...

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12. Roses

Want to give Mom something elegant and fragrant that will bloom year after year? Your local SummerWinds has a wide variety of "scentsational" roses available.

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13. Decorative Rain Chains

Choose from a variety of rain chains, including metal butterflies, flowers, circles, and more!

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14. Talavera Pottery, Birdbaths & Animals

At SummerWinds Nursery, we have a beautiful selection of colorful Talavera pottery, hangings sculptures and planters, animals and birdbaths.  Explore our selection today, to find that perfect piece for Mom!

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15. Wind Chimes

Add melodic sounds to Mom's outdoor living space with wind chimes. Choose from an assortment of styles, sizes and sounds, including Woodstock Chimes®—world famous, musically-tuned chimes designed to be the world's best sounding wind chimes.

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16. Hummingbird Feeders

Attract hummingbirds to your garden with a vareity of plants or hummingbird feeders!

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17. Succulents

Whether potted or planted in the ground, succulents can add gorgeous color and texture to Mom's home and garden.

Want to Make Mom Something Special?
Give Mom a gift from the heart—handmade by you or the whole family.

Join us on Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at our SummerWinds locations in Glendale, Mesa, and Phoenix for a free 45-minute class where you’ll learn how to design beautiful succulent bowls. We’ll cover plant selection, arrangement techniques, and care tips, working with a variety of succulents—from compact rosettes to trailing and upright varieties—plus small, indoor-friendly cacti. You’ll learn how to combine different shapes, textures, and colors to create a balanced, eye-catching piece.

After the class, stay for an optional 45-minute hands-on session to create your own arrangement. Choose and purchase your container and plants, and we’ll help you pot everything using complimentary soil. It’s a fun, creative way to make a meaningful Mother’s Day gift—something personal you’ll be proud to give.

No registration required. Seating is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Phoenix Store Bonus (Tatum Blvd. location only):
Make it a full outing! Fiore della Vita will be on-site from 9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., serving three handcrafted Italian sodas available for purchase:

• Prickly Pear Limonata
• Strawberries & Cream
• Vanilla Bean Crème

A refreshing treat to enjoy while you shop, learn, and create.