Fabulous Gifts for Father's Day

"Dads are most ordinary men turned by love into heroes, adventurers, storytellers, and singers of songs."

Courtesy of Pam Brown

Father’s Day is a time to celebrate the men who raised us, cheered us on from the sidelines, taught us how to ride a bike, and helped us grow—just like the gardens many of them love to tend. In the UK, we honour Father’s Day on the third Sunday of June, a tradition that took root in the early 20th century thanks to American influence during WWII. The idea first bloomed in 1910 when Sonora Louise Smart Dodd, inspired by a church sermon on Mother’s Day, set out to create a day for dads. Raised by her widowed father alongside five siblings, Sonora believed fathers deserved recognition too. Over time, the idea caught on, and by 1972, Father’s Day became a permanent fixture in the US calendar—soon making its way into the hearts (and shops) of Brits as well.

What Gift To Give On Father’s Day?

Choosing the perfect present can be tricky—studies show nearly 80% of people find it hard to pick the right gift for Dad. But don't worry—we’ve got you covered. Whether your dad is a green-fingered grower, a proud allotment king, or just loves pottering around the garden with a cuppa in hand, we’ve pulled together our top ideas to make shopping easy and meaningful.

New Socks Anyone?

"You don't need to be great to wear socks. But you do need to wear awesome socks to be great."

One of the simplest gifts to give is a pair of socks - you rarely have to worry about getting the size right, you don’t have to think about the style as most of it is hidden in a shoe or slipper and most of all, any practical dad will use them . . . so you know your gift won’t be wasted! In the UK almost 25% of people purchasing a gift on Father’s Day will still opt for this classic dad gift.

Why stop at socks? Pair them with one of our wonderful Father's Day gift hampers, like the 'Grow & Groom Gardening Gift Hamper' which includes a pair of gloves for comfort and protection, a pocket-sized multitool trowel for any gardening task, and a hand care kit in a sleek metal tin ensures his post-gardening grooming is effortless.

Taking Care of Your Dad

"Dad, I'll always be here to make sure you're happy and comfortable."

When it comes to Father’s Day gifts one of the most popular gift categories is fragrance and grooming with almost 48% of us buying this type of gift. So if your dad is a keen gardener, make sure that he looks after himself after spending the day at the allotment or in his garden with this gorgeous and practical skincare collection.

Why not try: The Kew Hand Care Gift Set – a beautifully packaged collection featuring nourishing soap bar, hand cream, and hand wash. Perfect for dads who love their allotment but also deserve a bit of pampering!

Anyone For a Cuppa?

"Life is brew-tea full with a cup of tea."

Whether it’s a cup of tea or coffee, over 36% of gifts bought for Dad on Father's Day are a mug for him to sit down and enjoy his brew of choice. This makes an extremely apt gift if your dad likes to garden as he’s likely to be ready for a restorative drink after weeding, digging or harvesting homegrown fruit or veg.

We’ve got a few mugs perfect for gardening dads, including our ‘Head Gardener’ Mug & Spoon Set and the ever-popular ‘Gardener of the Year’ Mug & Glove Set. But if you want to treat your dad to even more, our Sip, Sock & Scrub Bundle is the way to go.

This fun little trio includes a cheerful gardening-themed mug, a pair of quirky socks, and a pumice-packed soap, perfect for scrubbing hardworking gardening hands back to squeaky clean.

Don't Worry If You've Left it Late...

Over half of shoppers wait until the last week to buy their Father's Day gift–so there's no need to feel guilty if you're running a little late. There's still time to shop, and we've made it easy by gathering all our top picks for green-fingered dads in one place. Click here to explore the collection.

Even better, our comprehensive gift guides are here to help you find the perfect present, especially if you're not a gardening expert yourself. From practical tools to meaningful keepsakes and indulgent treats, these gifts are designed to bring joy to their special day.