3 of the Best Green Mother's Day Gift Ideas

Looking for unique gift ideas for Mom? These three Mother's Day gift ideas are definitely for the Mom who likes something different, plus they're planet-friendly too so she'll have something extra to smile about every time she uses them! 

1. For the green thumb mom who loves a farmer's market: Garden Trug/Shopping Basket
This lovely shopping basket is ideal for picking produce at farmers' markets (reducing plastic shopping bag use) or in your own garden as it does double duty as a colourful garden trug. Perfect for transporting seeds, seedlings or homegrown vegetables and flowers, this award-winning basket is made from waterproof nylon and features four rubber feet plus a cushioned handle. Basket $29 Separate cover available $8

2. For the cooking mom who avoids toxins and plastic: Natural Beeswax Food Wraps
A natural alternative to plastic wrap and foil, these biodegradable hemp/cotton reusable food wrap covers are coated with beeswax are used in the same way but are far more safe, effective – and reusable, so they stay out of the landfill.  Ideal for covering cut fruit, vegetables, cheese, bread and all kinds of dish ware. 3-pack of varying sizes $15

3. For moms who like a bath without chemicals: Aloe Jojoba Biodegradable Bubble Bath
This fully biodegradable bubble bath will not harm our waterways but it will leave skin feeling smooth and conditioned. The naturally-derived formula creates what we can only describe as the bubbliest bubble bath ever plus the use of pea protein means it's gluten-free and safe for use those with gluten sensitivity or Celiac Disease. Made in Vancouver and available with a light coconut scent or fragrance-free. $13.95