Halloween gifts for the Halloween party and little treats for children
Halloween gifts
Origins and meaning: Why do we celebrate Halloween?
What seems colorful and playful today actually has a long history. Halloween probably originated from the Celtic festival of Samhain, which celebrated the end of summer. People believed that on this night, the boundary between the world of the living and the dead was especially permeable.
To ward off evil spirits, people dressed up and put out lights. The famous hollowed-out pumpkin (the Jack O'Lantern) actually originates from an Irish legend. Today, Halloween is mainly associated with friends, imagination, and celebrating the beauty of autumn. Perhaps that's exactly why you feel that little tingle every year when the days grow shorter.
How is Halloween celebrated today?
Halloween has long since become a regular occasion here. On October 31, little witches, vampires, and skeletons roam the streets collecting their treasures. Perhaps you used to go out in costume yourself - or you still do today. And honestly: Who doesn't like walking around, scaring people, and coming home with a bag full of sweets?
But the celebrations don't take place only at the front door. Halloween is the season for cozy spooky evenings, colorful costume parties, and autumn decorations. People carve pumpkins, do crafts together, and, of course, enjoy plenty of treats. Yet more and more people are looking for alternatives to classic plastic clutter and would rather give away small Halloween gifts that have lasting value.
Meaningful Halloween gift ideas instead of classic sweets
Let's be honest: There are more than enough sweets at Halloween. But perhaps this year you'd like to bring something a little different. A small token that won't disappear right away and will stay with you until next year.
So why not give something that grows? Small nature-inspired Halloween gifts are a lovely alternative. Instead of a bag full of sugar, you could give seeds or seed balls - simply an idea that brings joy for a long time. And that fits Halloween perfectly: something surprising that only reveals its effect at second glance.
Small nature-inspired gifts - spooky, beautiful, and sustainable
At Die Stadtgärtner, we thought about how to combine Halloween with our love of gardening. The result is a range of lovingly designed little gifts that fit perfectly in any Halloween treat bag or on the party table:
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Bat Feast:
Trick or treat? Dracula would probably prefer a real
Look forward to a nighttime buffet! Mysterious flowers grow in this cup, whose scent attracts moths - and where moths fly, bats aren't far away. Over time, this creates your own little spooky garden, bringing a bat-like atmosphere to your garden.
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Halloween pumpkin:
Halloween begins with an idea. This cup doesn't contain a ready-made spooky guest, but the beginning of your very own pumpkin. With time, care, and a little patience, it can grow into a real Halloween pumpkin by next autumn - ready to light up faces by candlelight.
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Conjure up your own monster lemonade!
This growing kit produces fresh mint to make your Halloween drinks extra special. Simply plant it, let it grow, and enjoy it later.
Whether you're looking for a little something for the neighborhood kids or need a special hostess gift for the Halloween party - discover our selection now and make Halloween a little greener!
What our customers say
The monster marbles were a huge hit with the children at Halloween. The little bags are designed in a really funny, child-friendly way. Finally, something different from just chocolate and gummy bears. We are already looking forward to the little seed bombs starting to bloom in spring!
A really lovely idea for little nature lovers! The growing cup looks absolutely adorable, and everything you need is included. A perfect little gift to bring to a Halloween party, which will continue to bring joy long after the witching hour.
Absolutely brilliant! At first glance, these planting lollipops look like real sweets, but they are entirely meant for the soil. The idea is incredibly creative, and the little gift was a real eye-catcher as table decoration at our spooky party. Highly recommended!
I ordered the Monster Lemonade Cups as a surprise for my nephews. The instructions are super easy for children to follow. It is lovely to see them watch the plants grow - a lovely, green idea for autumn.
The usual top quality from the city gardeners! The witch's egg seed bombs are adorably packaged and ideal when you simply want to give someone a little something during the spooky season. This year, we handed them out to the neighborhood children instead of just giving them candy.
A really funny idea for anyone who would rather play a little prank at Halloween! When the sweets run out, there is this "sour pill." Instead of pretty flowers, weeds such as dandelions and nettles sprout from the completely vegan shell. This year, I brought the pills to a few friends as a gag at the witching hour; their faces when they read the label carefully were priceless! A very creative and humorous novelty item.
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