Garden Ornament Gift Ideas: Unique Gifts for Garden Lovers
Written by Matt W on 30th Mar 2026.
Our Christmas gifts for gardeners include animal ornaments, bird baths and sundials under £50, £100 and £250. Lead times run from 5 working days to 6 weeks, so order early for Christmas. Start with something that feels like them, whether that's a little stone hedgehog or a reading fairy. Then check its size, weight and delivery details before you choose.
Matt W | Garden Ornament Specialist
Key takeaways
- Shop garden ornaments under £50, £100 and £250, with little presents from £39.
- The top budget band has bigger pieces up to £239 for a larger Christmas present.
- Lead times run from 5 working days to 6 weeks, so order early for Christmas.
- Stone is heavy: The Hare Birdbath weighs 33kg and comes on a pallet, so plan for lifting.
- Our returns window is 30 days, with items unused in their original packaging. Keep the packaging after checking your gift.
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Before you choose
Start by picturing a spot in their garden where the present could sit. We recommend checking who will lift it and when it needs to arrive before you choose.
What makes a garden ornament a good Christmas gift?
A garden ornament gives them something to enjoy long after the Christmas tree comes down. If they already have everything, a favourite animal or an unusual character can be a lovely surprise.
Start with something they love, then picture where it could sit in their garden. Our guide to garden statues helps you think about materials and placement.
A favourite animal or a character from a much-loved book is a friendly place to start. To choose by the person rather than the budget, see our guide to gifts for gardeners.
Christmas gifts under £50
For a little Christmas present, our gifts under £50 include small animal ornaments and a laughing stone Buddha.
This band suits shoppers choosing for animal lovers or someone with a smaller garden.
| Gift | Price | What it is | Nice for | Typical delivery |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mouse on Cheese Metal Garden Ornament | £39 | Cast aluminium with a bronze patina, 120mm tall. | Someone who likes a playful little animal. | Within 3 weeks |
| Sitting Cat Metal Garden Ornament | £42 | Solid iron with an aged verde patina, 220mm tall and 2.64kg. | A cat lover choosing a garden companion. | Within 3 weeks |
| Lazy Hare Metal Garden Ornament | £45 | Resin reclining hare with an aged bronze patina, 210mm tall and light to carry. | A hare lover who needs a lighter piece. | Within 3 weeks |
| Hedgehog with Spade Stone Garden Ornament in Stone | £45 | Cast stone hedgehog in a coat with a spade, 250mm tall and 3.6kg. Listed frost-proof. | A gardener who has a fondness for hedgehogs. | 10-14 working days |
| Long Eared Owl Garden Ornament Small | £45 | Cast aluminium with an antique finish, 230mm tall and 1kg. | An owl lover with a smaller garden. | 10 working days |
| Medium Jolly Buddha Garden Ornament in Stone | £49 | Cast stone laughing Buddha, 230mm tall and 7kg. Listed frost-proof. | Someone who would enjoy a cheerful Buddha. | 10-14 working days |
A small present still needs a spot of its own. Our small garden ornament ideas can help you picture it beside a pot or along a border.
Christmas gifts under £100
With a little more to spend, you can choose stone animals, a brass armillary or storybook Toad under £100.
This band suits shoppers choosing for animal lovers, readers or someone who enjoys brass garden pieces.
| Gift | Price | What it is | Nice for | Typical delivery |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sleeping Puppy Garden Ornament in Stone | £50 | Cast stone puppy, 100mm tall and 3kg. Listed frost-proof. | Someone with a soft spot for puppies. | 10-14 working days |
| Moon Gazing Hare Garden Ornament in Stone | £55 | Cast stone hare, 290mm tall and 5.2kg. Listed frost-proof. | Someone who would love a stone hare. | 10-14 working days |
| Tawny Owl Garden Ornament in Stone | £55 | Cast stone owl, 270mm tall and 5.2kg. Listed frost-proof. | A bird lover with a fondness for owls. | 10-14 working days |
| Dragon Hatchling Stone Garden Ornament in Sandstone | £59 | Cast stone dragon with a sandstone finish, 130mm tall and 4.7kg. Listed frost-proof. | A fantasy fan who would enjoy a dragon. | 10-14 working days |
| Medium Solid Brass Armillary 8 Inch | £79 | Solid brass rings around an arrow, 170mm tall. Fits on a level surface. | Someone who likes brass garden pieces. | 10 working days |
| Duck and Ducklings Bronzed Garden Ornaments | £80 | Cast aluminium mother duck and three ducklings, 350mm wide and 2kg. | Someone who would enjoy a little duck family. | 10 working days |
| Toad of Toad Hall Bronzed Garden Sculpture | £99 | Cast aluminium Toad from The Wind in the Willows, 500mm tall and 8kg. | A reader fond of The Wind in the Willows. | 10 working days |
Choose a creature they already love, or try a dragon for something less expected. Our guide to animal garden ornaments has more ideas for placement.
Shop the Tawny Owl Garden Ornament at £55
Christmas gifts under £250
For a bigger Christmas present, our gifts under £250 include larger animals, fairies, bird baths and a solar water feature.
This band suits someone with space for a larger piece, such as the pedestal sundial.
These presents need a little more planning. Check the space and delivery arrangements before you settle on one.
| Gift | Price | What it is | Nice for | Typical delivery |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cubed Solar Water Feature | £145 | Three-tier solar water feature in glassfibre reinforced concrete, 440mm tall and 3.5kg. No mains plumbing. | Someone who would enjoy a water feature. | 5-7 working days |
| Reading Fairy Garden Ornament | £165 | Bright white crushed marble and resin fairy, 560mm tall. Listed frost-resistant. | A book lover who enjoys fairy ornaments. | 14-21 working days |
| Standing Elephant Garden Ornament in Bronze | £189 | Crushed marble and resin elephant with a bronze finish, 420mm tall. Listed frost-resistant. | Someone who would love an elephant outside. | 14-21 working days |
| Large Sitting Hare Garden Ornament | £190 | Cast aluminium hare with an aged bronze finish, 600mm tall. | A hare lover with space for something taller. | 10 working days |
| The Hare Birdbath in Sandstone | £219 | Cast stone bird bath with a hare, 650mm tall and 33kg. Listed frost-proof; arrives on a pallet. | Someone who loves hares and garden birds. | 10-14 working days |
| Spiral Bird Bath in White | £239 | Crushed marble and resin bird bath, 700mm tall. Listed frost-resistant. | A bird lover fond of a white finish. | 14-21 working days |
| Brass Sundial on Roman Stone Garden Pedestal | £235 | Cast stone twisted pedestal with a solid brass dial, 770mm tall and 42kg. Kerbside delivery. | Someone who enjoys traditional garden pieces. | Within 4-6 weeks. Free delivery to mainland England and Wales only. |
The Reading Fairy is 560mm tall, so picture her beside the recipient's plants before you choose. For more placement ideas, read our guide to fairy garden ornaments.
Shop the Reading Fairy Garden Ornament at £165
A bird bath is a lovely choice for someone who enjoys watching the garden. Browse our stone bird baths, or use our best bird baths guide to help you choose.
Shop the Spiral Bird Bath in White at £239
The Cubed Solar Water Feature needs no mains plumbing and weighs 3.5kg. Read our guide to solar water features before you decide where it will go.
The pedestal sundial needs more planning, with a 42kg weight and a lead time within 4-6 weeks. Our guide to sundials and armillary spheres can help with positioning.
Shop the Brass Sundial on Roman Pedestal at £235
How early should you order garden ornaments for Christmas?
Order as early as you can, because lead times run from 5 working days to 6 weeks.
Each product page shows its own expected delivery time, and we tell you if it changes. Use these examples to plan your present.
| Typical lead time | Example picks |
|---|---|
| 5-7 working days | Cubed Solar Water Feature |
| 10 working days | Long Eared Owl, Duck and Ducklings, Toad of Toad Hall, Brass Armillary, Large Sitting Hare |
| 10-14 working days | Hedgehog with Spade, Moon Gazing Hare, Tawny Owl, The Hare Birdbath |
| Within 3 weeks | Sitting Cat, Lazy Hare, Mouse on Cheese |
| 14-21 working days | Reading Fairy, Standing Elephant, Spiral Bird Bath |
| Within 4-6 weeks | Brass Sundial on Roman Pedestal |
Stone is heavy. Smaller pieces come boxed by courier, and larger pieces come on a pallet. Most pieces are in stock and some specialist ones are made to order.
Delivery is booked in by telephone on many pieces. We aim to contact you at least five days ahead to arrange a date. Think about whose number and address you use if it is a surprise. Sending it to your own address is often the easy way.
Some of the heaviest stone pieces, like the pedestal sundial, have kerbside delivery, so line up a helper. The Hare Birdbath weighs 33kg, and the pedestal sundial weighs 42kg.
Count back from when you want it. Lead times are estimates and can shift. If a date really matters, email [email protected] before ordering.
One thing to check
Delivery is typically free to UK mainland addresses. Some pieces are free to mainland England and Wales only, and some postcodes can carry a charge. Check the delivery details on the product page before ordering for Scotland or remote addresses.
Our returns window is 30 days, and an item must be unused in its original packaging. If you order early, open the box and check it when it arrives. Keep the packaging.
Why a garden ornament beats another box of chocolates
A garden ornament gives them something to enjoy outside after Christmas, whether they love hares, books or garden birds. Choose a piece that makes you think of them, then picture where it could sit. Our guide explains how to protect garden ornaments in winter before it takes its place in the garden.
Frequently asked questions
What are good Christmas gifts for gardeners who have everything?
A reading fairy or solar water feature makes a lovely surprise. The Reading Fairy is 560mm tall and made from crushed marble and resin. The Cubed Solar Water Feature needs no mains plumbing. Choose according to their interests and the space available.
What are some unusual garden ornaments to give as a gift?
The Dragon Hatchling and Toad of Toad Hall are unusual garden ornaments. The dragon is cast stone with a sandstone finish and is 130mm tall. Toad is cast aluminium and is 500mm tall. They suit fantasy fans and readers of The Wind in the Willows.
What is a good garden ornament gift under £50?
The small Long Eared Owl is a cast aluminium gift for an owl lover. It is 230mm tall, weighs 1kg and has an antique finish. Its typical delivery time is 10 working days.
How early should I order a garden ornament for Christmas?
Order early, because lead times run from 5 working days to 6 weeks. Check the expected delivery time on the product page. Lead times are estimates and can shift. Email [email protected] before ordering if a date really matters.
Can I send a garden ornament straight to the person it is for?
Yes, you can use the recipient's delivery address. Delivery is booked by telephone on many pieces, which can affect a surprise. Think about whose telephone number you use. Your own address is often easier if you want to keep it quiet.
How heavy are stone garden ornaments?
The Sleeping Puppy weighs 3kg, while the pedestal sundial weighs 42kg. The Hare Birdbath weighs 33kg and arrives on a pallet. Check the listed weight before ordering. Arrange help for heavy pieces, especially with kerbside delivery.
Can garden ornaments stay outside all winter?
Many pieces are listed as frost-proof or frost-resistant. Check the individual listing before you choose. Water should not sit around them. Follow the care advice for that piece.