Do you have a wife or a girlfriend? Do you live together? Do you want to show her that you care by giving her something special that does not cost a lot of money? If you answered yes, then planting a nice garden could be the answer.

A gardening book is the first thing to look into getting so you know what you are doing and what to expect. They are usually inexpensive, especially the ones that are small handbooks or mini guides. They can be bought at almost any grocery, tool, home, outdoors, or super store. With a book, you will be able to determine what you are going to need in order to make one and how much time it will take as well as maintenance.

If she has been after a rhodium plated ring, you could surprise her with flowers in its place. But they will not be just any store bought ones, they will be specially planted by you in different varieties and colors. Maybe she has a favorite flower and would love if she went outside and saw a lot of them.

A very popular choice are roses. You can find seeds of any color she is fond of easily. Traditional red, yellow, pink, purple, and white are some of the options. You can get varieties that grow in numerous sizes, such as huge rose bushes to tiny ones. You should take a look at the dimensions and overall size of the lot you own because that can help you decide which size variety is appropriate.

Consider the location where the plants are to be put. Think about the areas that receive the most sun and which places are more shaded. Shaded areas are not the best option since sunlight usually produces more and plants need it for food. Location is key.

If she has a passion for designer shoes, but you are not fond of the price tags, try getting her some cheap leather brown boots. Explain they are for durability and not stylish purposes. Make her aware that you bought them so gardening can be an activity you do together outside and so you can spend more quality time with each other.

If being on a budget frustrates you but making something special for her is a priority, plant a garden. It will not cost a lot depending on what will be planted. Flowers and grass do not cost anything really so they are good options.