Father’s Day Gift Ideas

Fathers’ Day is Sunday 16^th June this year (2024). We asked some of the gents in the Hambrooks’ team what they would like to receive as a present. In case it helps inspire you buying for the special man in your life, here’s what they said.

A firepit

Is it a stereotype to suggest that all men like fire? Probably, but there seems to be some truth in it! Rather than just dominating the BBQ, we’d go for a dramatic firepit. On a nice day, what could be more atmospheric than gathering round to watch the sun go down, perhaps toast a few marshmallows, and enjoy the evening around the fire? We have a selection of firepits starting from just £60.

Quality secateurs

A sharp blade is a gardener’s best friend and our colleagues said they would really appreciate a good quality set of secateurs (or loppers). A clean, sharp blade ensures that stems are not torn when cut, reducing the risk of infection in the plant as well as being more efficient. This is one of those occasions when splashing out for a quality pair which will last for ages really is a sensible investment. We have secateurs in stock for £8.99 to £34.99, depending on your budget.

Keep your secateurs in good working order by cleaning and drying them after use, and an occasional wipe over with oil (on the blade and moving parts) to help prevent rust and keep them moving freely.

Edging shears

You’ve just spent the afternoon making your lawn look like a cricket pitch – to finish it properly, you need some edging shears! These long-handled shears have the cutting blades set at 90° to the handles, so you can stand upright but trim horizontally along the edges of lawns and borders. If your man doesn’t have a pair already, and takes pride in his lawn, this is the ideal gift for him. We have edging shears in stock from £42.99.

A house plant

Yes, we’re as surprised as you are but our gents genuinely said they would love a houseplant for Fathers’ Day! Of course, we’re not talking delicate orchids here, they would go for something big and dramatic. We have some striking Dracaena (dragon tree) for just £29.99, which would make a bold addition to any room, including his Man Cave. We’ve also got some lemons and oranges with fruit on, so perhaps buy him something he can add to his gin and tonic?

Browse our selection of houseplants further here.

A plant to harvest

If your man isn’t into house plants, how about something for outdoors that produces edibles (or drinkables!)? A grape vine will take a year or two to establish well enough to produce grapes but, find the right spot for it, and “Chateau Your House” could be on the cards. If he doesn’t have the patience for grapes, how about kiwi fruit? Grape vines start from £34.99.

Rose “My Dad”

Fully hardy, disease resistant with a sturdy upright growing habit and wonderfully fragrant. This might sound like your father but, actually, it also describes Rose “My Dad”, which we now have in stock. It has big flowers in a stunning bright pinky-red colour, offset against dark green leaves. And it’s a floribunda type, which means it will repeat flower and is less formal than a hybrid tea rose. Just £13.99 for this lovely potted rose.

For the man who has everything…

Or is just plain fussy, we also have gift vouchers, so he can have the fun of coming in to choose his own present! Hambrooks vouchers are available in multiples of £5 and we also have National Garden Scheme gift vouchers (which could be a good choice if you need to post something elsewhere in the country).

Happy Fathers’ Day, with love from Hambrooks!

More gift ideas

If these ideas haven’t quite hit the mark, try our other suggestions through the links below:
Need something for Mother’s Day? Try these gift ideas.
Looking for the perfect gift for a keen gardener? Look no further than what our Garden Centre staff would love to receive!
Need a stocking filler or Secret Santa gift for a garden-lover? We’ve got you covered here.
Need the perfect gift for someone who isn’t into gardening? Try these suggestions.

N. Haggard 20 September 2022

I just wanted to drop you a quick note to say how delighted I am with my new garden.

Jon, my designer, listened to my ideas and delivered on everything I asked for. I wanted something different to any garden I’d had before, no lawn, no landscaping but packed with plants. He designed such a lovely secret garden, around a statement tree. And I have to commend him for his unwavering patience! I changed my mind a hundred times but never did he give me the impression that he was losing patience with my endless indecision. And my confidence in him led me to place an order for over £10k.

My landscaping team, Blade and Tony, were exceptional, from their work ethic, skill and knowledge, to the way they dealt with me, the customer. My standards are very high and I couldn’t fault them.

All in all, a very professional team of people. And it showed that they all care. I’m over the moon with the finished result. I will send you a before and after photo. Thank you so much.

A delighted customer.

G. Gray. May 2022

My front garden has been transformed by Andy and Bradley who both worked incredibly hard and I am delighted with the result. Andy had the vision and skill to turn my idea into reality and I can't thank him enough.

C. Haig Sept 2021

We recently had our garden landscaped by Hambrooks and I just wanted to pass on my thanks, not just for the outcome - which is superb - but for the professionalism of all the staff involved on the job who are all a credit to you company. Mike, Dave, Les and Adam.

H. Sharp Sept 2021

I just wanted to let you know how delighted I am with my new garden. Melanie was a delight to work with and the ideas she had have worked perfectly. Also Sheldon laid the patio beautifully and him and Dave were a pleaseure to have at my house. Quiet workers and polite.

B. Rendell April 2021

I would like to say how delighted we are with the work carried out. Mel, Paul and Tony all worked very hard, they totally took on board the specific need relating to safety as well as the general garden issues. Paul and Tony were excellent at consulting and discussing with me what I felt best in terms of the brief and adjusting if and as necessary, constantly pleasant and polite to deal with. Mel had picked up on particular issues from the first consultation and offered valuable advice. The outcome means a great deal less worry for me going forward.
Altogether a very positive experience and outcome which I would not hesitate to recommend to others.

Stephen March 2021

Dom and Adam's work (garden maintenance) is greatly appreciated. Dom really listened to everything we discussed very carefully and went out of his way to understand and then act upon that discussion. We are extremely pleased with the work done - both to the pond and pyracantha.

Marsha

We have been coming to Hambrooks for years and it's our favourite garden centre because of its friendly helpful staff and a great selection of plants and trees and the garden design ideas.

“We wanted to write and say how pleased we are with our low maintenance garden makeover. We are very impressed with the attitude of your staff who were prepared to listen to our requirements. Your team John and Rick brushed up and left everything tidy at the end of the day. We now have a garden we can manage and it looks great. THANK YOU HAMBROOKS.”

Mr & Mrs Venables, Southampton. April 2019

“Dear Josh & Mike We just want to say you both did a brilliant job of designing our garden along with the guys who did the work who were amazing. A few weeks on its looks even better now some of the plants are blooming. Thank you!!”

Mr & Mrs Gazzard, Winchester July 2019

“To James, John & Rikki. Thank you so much, we are delighted with our new garden. We really appreciate the attention to detail, the high quality workmanship and the standard of the finished project. We are amazed at how John & Rikki resolved the difficulties of the site and by the quality of their craftmanship. It was a pleasure to work with them and thank you for making our ideas into something we will enjoy for years to come.”