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Imagine it’s just a week left for Diwali. Suddenly your dining table is buried under sweet boxes, dry fruits, and shiny hampers. Well, it feels festive at first, I know. But give it a week, and half of it gets re-gifted. Some goes stale, while the rest in trash. And the worst part? None of it is sustainable Diwali gifting! Honestly, it bothers me. We’re meant to be celebrating light, joy, and togetherness. But what we end up with is waste, pollution, and gifts that no one remembers. That’s when I decided to switch things up. I wanted something festive but meaningful. Something that wouldn’t just get tossed aside. And that’s how I found the Garden Genie’s eco friendly Diwali gifts. So basically, this one has 4-5 main assortments with plantable crackers, plantable mithai and what not! Hence, this gift eventually encourages family activities, sparks conversations, and grows plants. Now that feels like Diwali! Top Insights Garden Genie’s green Diwali hampers contain plantable crackers, handmade candles, and plantable mithai that reduce waste while making celebrations more meaningful. Each sustainable Diwali gifting hamper is handmade by over 50+ women artisans. So, your gift isn’t just unique, it empowers families and livelihoods together! Garden Genie’s unique Diwali gift hampers cost just ₹249 to ₹599. So they are pretty affordable for everyone! 10 Reasons Why I Personally Loved Garden Genie's Green Diwali Gifting Box You know, I literally get a gifting block each Diwali. Like, I can’t think of anything beyond Ferrero Rochers, soan papdis, and dry fruits. And honestly, even my family is sick of it now. In fact, my uncle politely told me last year that he “doesn’t enjoy sweets anymore.” My niece, though, went straight for the jugular and called me boring! Ah, drama! So basically, I was irritated and decided to do something different this year. I pre-ordered the Garden Genie’s Green Diwali Gift Hamper! And oh my my! What a game-changer it was! Everyone in my family loved it! And here’s why I think even you’ll love this sustainable Diwali gifting box: 1. I Preached Sustainable Diwali Gifting for the Environment Too! Sustainable Diwali Gifting Box With Plantable Mithai & Plantable Crackers, © Garden Genie, All Rights Reserved. Now, I know most people associate Diwali with crackers. And yes, even Garden Genie’s sustainable Diwali gifting hamper has crackers! Ah, but they’re not the noisy, smoky ones. In fact, these are plantable crackers. A rocket, a ladi, even a chakri… except instead of exploding, you tuck them into the soil and a few days later, they sprout into little green shoots. Moreover, the entire plantable range is 100% organic and made using recyclable materials. That means when you gift it, you’re not just cutting out pollution; you’re also making a choice that’s kinder to the planet. To me, that feels way more festive than fireworks that last five seconds and leave behind a mess. What do you think? 2. I Loved the Handmade Goodness! You know, when I first picked up the little laddu and chamcham plantable mithai (sweets), I actually laughed. Like, it felt so real! They were handmade, a little uneven, almost like they came from a halwai’s shop. Trust me, its texture, character and life was no match for the plastic decor pieces you see these days! Moreover, this sustainable Diwali gifting box also had a wooden motif candle, some quirky mithai candles, and sweets you couldn’t eat but could grow. Trust me, when I gifted it to my family, it actually stood out. And not because it was expensive, but because it was so thoughtful. It looked and felt like time, love, and effort had gone into it, and honestly, that’s what Diwali gifting should be. Right? 3. I Empowered Women Through This Sustainable Diwali Gifting Box! I’ll be honest with you. This was the moment that really made me stop and think. So, Garden Genie’s unique eco friendly gifts are handcrafted by over 50 women artisans. And yes, that’s what hit me differently. Because it means when I gift this handmade Diwali hampers online, I’m not just lighting up someone’s home. In fact, I’m helping another family put food on the table, send their kids to school, and live with dignity. That’s when I realized that this kind of eco friendly Diwali gifting carries more meaning. It’s not just about what’s inside the box, but the story, the hands, and the livelihoods behind it. Like, it’s the gifting story, let’s make it large! 4. I Ditched Chemicals in This Sustainable Diwali Gifting Hamper Unique Eco friendly Gifts - Wooden Motif Candle, Plantable Mithai & Seed Bombs, © Garden Genie, All Rights Reserved. You know how every family has that one elder sister who basically a sulk when it comes to chemicals? Yep, that’s me. Every single year, I’m the one yelling, “Don’t touch that! Move away!” And honestly, I don’t even feel bad about it. Because I’ve seen what those so-called “fun” fireworks are made of. Like, they obviously have harmful chemicals, toxic fumes and dangerous sparks. It’s not just bad for the kids; it’s bad for all of us, and for the environment too. But this year? Oh, it’ll be different. I’ll just sit back and watch my little cousins giggle as they “plant” their eco friendly crackers into tiny pots. No toxins, no dyes, no plastic. Ah, I’ll feel so relieved! For once, Diwali’ll feel genuinely joyful! And all because of this sustainable Diwali gifting hamper. 5. I Could Gift It to the Corporates! Be honest; do you even remember the last corporate Diwali gift you got? Probably a dry fruit box, right? Yes, everyone gifts the same! That’s exactly why I decided to switch it up this year. Instead of another “safe” but forgettable option, I’m going with an eco-friendly, sustainable Diwali gifting hamper. Why? Well, one, it’s different. Trust me, no one forgets a box that turns crackers and mithai into plants. And secondly, it feels more personal; like I’ve put thought into what I’m giving. It’s professional enough for clients, warm enough for employees, and thoughtful enough to stand out among cashews and calendars. Honestly, what more could you ask for from a corporate Diwali gift? 6. It Was Easy to Order! I hate Diwali shopping chaos — traffic, queues, last-minute panic. So this time, I just went the easy way. Basically, I just searched for Garden Genie’s sustainable Diwali gifting hampers online. Well, I ordered it via Blinkit (you can check out the same on Swiggy & Big basket too). A couple of clicks, and done. And just 10 minutes later, this gorgeous Diwali gift hamper showed up at my doorstep. It was beautifully packed, completely plastic-free, and way more exciting! And let me tell you that skipping the markets felt like half the celebration. The other half? Knowing I’d chosen something that wasn’t wasteful, but unique, sustainable, and actually meaningful. And you know what? Even you can enjoy the same experience by ordering it from the link below: 7. It Sparked Conversations! Most gifts end with a polite “thank you,” isn’t it? But not with this sustainable Diwali gifting box. You know, every single person I gave it to had questions: “Wait, so this mithai grows into a plant?”“Who makes these?”“Where did you even find this?” And that’s when I realized that this wasn’t just another gift, it was a conversation starter. Instead of small talk, I found myself sharing stories about sustainable gifting, women artisans, and how eco-friendly choices can still feel festive and fun. And isn’t that what Diwali is about? Basically, connecting? 8. It Was Really Affordable! Green Diwali Gift Hampers, © Garden Genie, All Rights Reserved. You know, I always assumed eco-friendly gifts are costly. But these handmade hampers proved me wrong. Like, they start at just ₹249 and go up to ₹599. That’s less than what I’ve paid for a fancy sweet box that nobody even finished! And the best part? They look premium, polished, thoughtful and beautifully packed. Honestly, I felt like I was getting way more value than I paid for… almost like I’d found a little Diwali hack. 9. I Could Gift It to Everyone! Well what I loved the most about this sustainable Diwali gift hamper is that it had some or the other thing for everyone! My parents loved the candles, for instance. Or, my siblings picked the plantable crackers and unique eco friendly gifts! It worked for literally everyone. See, usually, I stress over buying separate things. Like candles for the elders, chocolates for the kids, something thoughtful for my friends. But this time, one eco-friendly gift box covered all of them. That’s rare, and honestly, such a relief. 10. This Sustainable Diwali Gifting Hamper Packaging Attracted Me! You know, the best thing about this sustainable Diwali gifting hamper was obviously the packaging. Like, it had bright colors, neat design and a luxurious feel. And yes, there was no plastic, no shiny foil, nothing non-biodegradable. Just simple, eco friendly packaging that actually looked festive. It made me smile because it didn’t feel like a compromise. It felt like Diwali, just done right. So, What’s Inside? Sustainable Diwali Gifting Box With Plantable Mithai & Plantable Crackers, © Garden Genie, All Rights Reserved. So, the assortments in all the 5 sustainable Diwali gifting hampers are super fun. They mostly consist of: Plantable Crackers: Rockets, ladis, hemp bombs and chakris with seeds. Plantable Mithai: Modaks, laddus, chamchams, kaju katli-shaped goodies Handmade Candles: Wooden motifs, laddus, imartis, etc. It’s literally like opening a box of surprises that just keeps giving back, first as a gift, then as a plant, and always as a memory. Here’s a peek into the assortments: Box No.ContentsBox 14 × Loose Ladi, 1 × Rocket, 1 × Hemp Bomb, 1 × Gun RollBox 21 × Modak Plantable Sweet, 1 × Laddu Plantable Sweet, 1 × Chamcham Plantable Sweet, 1 × Kajukatli Plantable SweetBox 31 × Motif Candle, 4 × Loose Ladi, 1 × Hemp Bomb, 1 × Gun RollBox 44 × Loose Ladi, 1 × Rocket, 1 × Hemp Bomb, 2 × Laddu CandlesBox 54 × Loose Ladi, 2 × Rocket, 2 × Hemp Bomb, 1 × Gun Roll, 1 × Chakri, 2 × Laddu Candles, 2 × Imarti Candles FAQs My Honest Take I’ll be real with you. I literally used to roll my eyes at Diwali gifting. Same sweets, same dry fruits, same waste every year. But when I switched to sustainable Diwali gifting, something shifted. Like, now it wasn’t just about giving a box. It was eventually about sharing values, supporting artisans, and sparking joy that lasts beyond the festival. So, if you’re tired of the same old soan papdi cycle, maybe 2025 is the year to switch, for you too. And then, Garden Genie’s unique eco friendly gifts are always there to help! Trust me, once you order them, there’s no going back. And if you loved this product, I guarantee you’ll love the brand's other offerings like fertilizers and soilless potting mixtures too! About the Author - Ar. Ruchika DeshpandeFounder, Sr. Content Writer & Strategist at Archwhispers | thearchwhispersblog@gmail.comArchitecture can sometimes feel overwhelming, right? That’s exactly where I come in. I’m a licensed architect with a B.Arch from Aayojan School of Architecture and Design, and about 4 years ago I switched gears into architectural writing. To back that move, I trained with RTF’s editorial platform and completed the Writings in Architecture course by Ethos, which taught me how to turn design knowledge into stories people actually connect with.Now, as a content strategist at Archwhispers, I blend architectural expertise, editorial training, and SEO strategy to create content that’s not just accurate, but also approachable and inspiring. From case studies like Habitat 67 to sustainability-driven explorations, I love breaking down complex design ideas into insights that are easy to understand—and exciting to read.Check out more of my work at Archwhispers, or connect with me on LinkedIn if you’d like to chat about architecture, design, and storytelling for your brand as well.

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