Mother’s Day is less than a month away, falling on May 10. Meanwhile, Earth Day is coming up next week on April 22. And if you’re looking for a gift to celebrate both of these occasions, might we suggest The Growing Candle by Hyggelight?
These vegan, soy-based scented candles offer an eco-friendly and zero-waste way for Mom to spruce up her space. And Amazon has an extensive selection of them in stock right now, many of which are eligible for free next-day shipping if you have a Prime membership.
If you’re unfamiliar with The Growing Candle, it’s literally a candle and a houseplant all in one. Made of 100% soy wax, each candle is poured into a handcrafted ceramic holder and wrapped in a recycled paper label. The labels are embedded with wildflower seeds, which you can then plant in the candle holder once you’re finished burning it. That’s right: You get a candle, a ceramic planter and a houseplant within the same gift!
The candles come in a variety of calming scents, including Lavender, Mint & Eucalyptus, Rosemary & Sage and Sandalwood & Vanilla. Each one comes in a reusable 8.5-ounce holder, and you can choose from the following colors and styles:
- Edith: Cream-colored with a sage green mid-line
- Adelyn: Smooth, solid muted pink with a matte finish
- Astrid: White with textured geometric detailing and a gold rim
- Ida: Sage green and cream with an embossed geometric pattern
- Greta: Rustic gray and taupe with a tapered shape
- Clara: White with a glossy gold rim
- Willow: Half teal-blue and half off-white
- Emma: Solid black matte with a faceted texture
While you’ll need to supply your own potting soil, planting your seeds is simple. Once the wax is used up, you’ll wash the ceramic container and fill it with soil. Soak the label in water to loosen the seeds, then separate them and plant them into the soil. Place in a sunny spot, and you’ll have wildflower sprouts in one to three weeks.
With a rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars on Amazon, it’s clear these candles are a hit. Reviewers say they smell amazing and make great gifts. “Unique and eco-friendly—a candle that keeps on giving!” one shopper writes. “Love the concept behind The Growing Candle! It’s not just a candle; it’s a beautifully designed, sustainable gift that transforms into something new after use.”
So, if Mom could use an at-home spa day, these Hyggelight candles will be a welcome treat. They range in price from $32 to $36, depending on the planter style you choose, but most fall around $34. And for something that’s essentially three gifts in one, that’s practically a steal!
