Every year, Black Friday overflows with objects bought on a whim, which end up at the back of a closet or in the trash. What if, this time, you made a different choice?
With Green Friday, the idea is not to make you feel guilty, but to guide your purchases towards more durable, more useful, and more life-respecting gifts. At Verdeia, we have chosen to turn this period into an opportunity: from November 21 to 23, we offer 20% off the entire site, while supporting bird protection associations.
Giving a plant means giving a piece of nature that settles into everyday life. And for city dwellers, it is often the beginning of a real urban jungle at home.
Black Friday vs Green Friday: two visions of consumption
The classic Black Friday has become the symbol of high-speed consumption:
- Aggressive promotions on products often made far away,
- Impulsive purchases, sometimes useless,
- Objects that break quickly, go out of style, or are hardly ever used.
The Green Friday, on the contrary, invites you to:
- buy less, but better,
- choose products that last,
- supporting brands that make a real effort on the origin, quality, and impact of their products.
At Verdeia, we have chosen Green Friday:
- no overbidding or excessive stock,
- but a selection of plants, flowers, and decorative pots chosen to accompany city life over time,
- with an attractive discount –20 %, without sacrificing our values.
Why are plants the best gifts for city dwellers?
1. A piece of nature in a few square meters
Most city dwellers live with little space: attic studio, compact living room, pocket balcony, or simple windowsill. A plant finds its place where a bulky object never would.
A Monstera dresses a corner of the living room. A trailing plant transforms a shelf. Some flowering plants brighten a balcony or railing. With a few decorative pots, you create a true plant oasis without expanding the walls.
2. A gift that evolves and creates connection
A plant is not a fixed object:
- it grows, changes shape, produces new leaves, sometimes flowers,
- it becomes a small daily ritual: you water it, turn it towards the light, repot it.
It’s a gift that lives, tells a story, and accompanies the person through the seasons. Unlike a gadget that is forgotten, a plant takes a real place in the home… and in the mind.
3. A positive impact on well-being
Numerous studies show that the presence of vegetation:
- soothes stress,
- improves concentration,
- gives a sense of space and breathing, even in a small apartment.
Creating an urban jungle at home is not just a matter of decor: it’s a way to slow down, reconnect with something living, and make everyday life gentler.
Verdeia: a committed Green Friday, not greenwashing
Offering a discount during Green Friday is one thing. Associating it with a coherent approach is another.
At Verdeia:
- Our plants and flowers are selected from European producers who share our values: respect for life, quality, expertise.
- Each plant is carefully prepared and shipped in packaging designed to protect the plant throughout transport.
- We choose mostly recyclable packaging, designed to limit unnecessary impact.
Supporting biodiversity: donations to the LPO and SEO Birdlife
During our Green Friday, we also wanted every order to have a concrete impact beyond your living room or balcony.
- For every order placed on Verdeia.fr, 5 € are donated to the LPO (League for the Protection of Birds) in France.
- For every order placed on Verdeia.es, 5 € are donated to SEO BirdLife in Spain.
Why birds? Because they are at the heart of ecosystems, including in the city: they help disperse seeds, regulate certain insects, and are valuable indicators of the health of our environment.
In summary:
During Green Friday, every plant purchased helps bring nature a little more into your home... and around you.
5 Green Friday gift ideas to create your urban jungle
Don't know where to start? Here are some tips to choose the right gift according to the person to spoil.
1. For the overwhelmed beginner: easy plants
For someone who says “I don’t have a green thumb,” bet on very tolerant plants to irregular watering and small forgetfulness:
- robust indoor plants,
- varieties that tolerate bright interiors well without being too demanding,
- a suitable decorative pot, so the gift is ready to place.
Ideal for a first step towards the urban jungle, stress-free.
2. For the city balcony: terrace & window sill vibes
If the person has a balcony, terrace, or simply a sunny railing, favor plants suited for outdoors:
- varieties that enjoy sun or partial shade,
- plants that tolerate temperature variations,
- durable pots, suitable for outdoors.
You can create a small Mediterranean corner, a flowered balcony, or a mini seasonal garden, even in the heart of the city.
3. For the decor obsessed: graphic plants + decorative pots
Some plants have a true visual presence: architectural silhouettes, variegated foliage, distinct textures. Paired with decorative pots (matte ceramic, neutral tones, contemporary shapes), they become real decorative pieces.
Giving this type of duo means offering both:
- a decorative object,
- and a living element that evolves the atmosphere room by room.
4. For the one who already has everything: the green gift card
Do you know someone who already has a beautiful plant collection, or whose tastes are very specific? The Verdeia gift card allows you to:
- choosing the ideal plant based on its exposure,
- selecting the perfect pot,
- plan the purchase at the right time (moving, nice weather, living room rearrangement…).
It’s a flexible but targeted gift, which leaves freedom while staying in the plant universe.
5. For the whole house: combine several spaces
For a couple, a family, or a new home, you can imagine a “urban jungle pack”:
- one plant for the living room,
- one for the office or telework space,
- one for the balcony or kitchen window.
You don’t just change the decor, you transform the sensation of inhabiting the space.
How to choose your Green Friday plant without making a mistake?
Even with a great selection, you can feel a bit lost in front of the choice. Here are some guidelines to help you.
1. Look at the exposure and light
This is the first question to ask yourself:
- Is the room very bright or rather indirectly lit?
- Is there direct sunlight for several hours a day?
- Will the plant be placed near a window or more set back?
On Verdeia, we indicate for each plant the type of recommended exposure (bright indoors, sun, partial shade, etc.) to help you make the right choice.
2. Consider the level of experience
Some plants require a bit more attention than others. Ask yourself:
- Does the person already have plants at home?
- Does she like to care for her plants or does she prefer something easy to live with?
Verdeia product sheets specify the level of care (easy, moderate, more demanding) to guide you.
3. Consider the lifestyle… and the animals
If the person has a cat, a dog, or other animals, it is important to check the toxicity of the plants.
On our product sheets, a dedicated line clearly indicates if the plant is non-toxic or slightly toxic if ingested. It's a small detail that makes a big difference when giving a gift.
4. Don't forget the pot
A complete gift often includes the plant and the suitable pot:
- good diameter,
- style consistent with the interior (minimalist, bohemian, urban, etc.),
- suitable materials (indoor / outdoor).
At Verdeia, we offer decorative pots and decorative pots designed to easily fit into urban interiors: neutral, elegant, easy to match.
A Green Friday that feels good for the home… and for nature
Choosing Green Friday means refusing the accumulation of disposable objects to favor gifts that last, that soothe, and that give meaning.
By giving a plant:
- you bring nature into an urban interior,
- you help create an urban jungle that soothes, decorates, and invites you to slow down,
- and during Verdeia's Green Friday, you also support bird protection with every order.
📅 From November 21 to 23, enjoy –20% off the entire Verdeia site – plants, flowers, pots, and decorative pots – and at the same time contribute to the preservation of life in France and Spain.
