When it comes to giving gifts, Tilth encourages you to avoid the malls and big box stores and think about sustainability. And what’s more sustainable than supporting your favorite local non-profit organization? To help, we have put together some unique gift ideas that will provide exercise for the body and mind, help reduce waste and encourage healthy communities and families.

Kid’s Garden Kit

If you have a young gardener in the house or are looking for ways to introduce your kids to nature and the source of their food, this is the gift you need! Our Children’s Garden educators have engaged thousands of children through hands-on learning and inspired many young environmentalists over the years, and they have packed this kit with some favorite, time-tested, kid-approved activities and supplies. It’s hours of gardening fun! This exciting kit includes our favorite vegetable and edible flowers seeds for children’s gardens; magnifying boxes for exploring up-close the fascinating world of bugs, soil, compost or plants; the Maritime Northwest Garden Guide, an indispensable month-by-month gardening calendar to help you plan and plant your children’s garden; and an activity booklet with fun, educational gardening activities for you and your child. ($39)

The Tilth Gardener’s Favorites Package

This gift contains all of the Tilth gardeners’ favorite things! Our gardeners have tried tons of tools, garden aids, books and seeds -- but we always come back to these few things. This package is perfect for any new gardener. Whether they’re new to the Northwest or have just gotten into gardening, they’ll be sure to jump for joy when they open this cool gift! The Tilth Gardener’s Favorites Package includes a hori-hori, the most versatile hand tool on the planet; floating row cover, a multi-use blanket used for seed germination, season extension and pest control; a selection of our favorite tried and true heirloom seed varieties; and the Maritime Northwest Garden Guide, an indispensable month-by-month gardening calendar. ($59)

Tilth Classes

Give the gift of an experience. Send mom to City Chickens 101, dad to Choosing the Right Home Composting Method for You, or treat your favorite fledgling gardener to the Comprehensive Organic Gardener course. Not sure what they'd like? Seattle Tilth offers a wide variety of classes throughout the year and gift certificates available in any amount.

Vermicomposting

Vermicomposting is composting with worms – red wigglers to be exact. It’s a great way to dispose of food scraps and to make valuable, nutrient-rich compost for your garden or houseplants. Tilth stocks stackable worm bins and composting worms as well as plenty of educational brochures to get your special someone started composting at home. (Stackable worm bins $95; Box o’ worms, $15, gift certificates available in any amount.)

Tilth Memberships and Adopt-a-Program

Membership is the gift that keeps on giving, as we subscribe your loved one to a year of the Seattle Tilth newsletter, provide discounts on classes and programs, and bring that special someone into our welcoming membership, filled with engaging activities and worthwhile community programs. If you’re already a member, step up your involvement to a sustaining level by adopting one of our many wonderful programs. Membership and financial support—along with your involvement as a volunteer—are the building blocks of Seattle Tilth. (Membership categories: $30 regular, $50 supporter, $100 sustaining, $500 lifetime, $15 limited income; Adopt-a-Program donations accepted in any amount.)

Gift Packages can be picked up at our office at 4649 Sunnyside Avenue N, Room  120, Monday – Friday, 9:30 am – 5 pm or by appointment.