Sympathy Gift – Maranta in Vibes Pot with Botanical Candle

Some gestures speak more through silence than words. Our Maranta in a stylish Vibes pot, paired with a beautifully scented candle from our handmade botanical range poured in a golden tin, offers comfort through light, scent and living presence. It’s a thoughtful sympathy gift for moments when words are hard to find — calm, lasting, and filled with quiet grace.

We light candles to remember — to hold onto love through warmth and reflection. The soft botanical fragrance of this hand-poured candle fills the air with gentle brightness, helping to soften stillness and bring a sense of calm.

The Maranta, often called the Prayer Plant, folds its leaves each evening as if in contemplation — a slow, graceful rhythm that mirrors the balance between rest and renewal. Its presence is subtle but deeply comforting, a living reminder that life continues, even in quiet rooms.

Together, the plant and candle create a grounding ritual of remembrance — a light to guide memory, and a living symbol that reminds us growth and peace can coexist even in the most difficult of times. Unlike cut flowers, which fade quickly, a living plant endures. It grows slowly and quietly, offering strength, hope and the reassurance that love doesn’t end — it simply changes form.

Whatever your beliefs, this gentle gift carries meaning. It’s a gesture of warmth and kindness, a way of saying “I’m thinking of you” to someone navigating sorrow or pain. Sometimes, that simple thought is all that’s needed to bring a moment of comfort.

We’ll include a free handwritten card with your message. Just add your words at checkout and we’ll wrap it carefully, removing all pricing before delivery. If you’re unsure what to write, don’t worry — even a few words can mean a great deal.

Finding the right words

If you’re sending this as a sympathy gift and finding it hard to know what to say or do, that’s completely normal. Grief is difficult, and it can leave even the kindest of us lost for words. What matters most isn’t saying the perfect thing — it’s simply showing that you care.

It can be painful to see someone you love grieving. You might feel the urge to say something that makes things better, but often the most comforting thing is simply being there. You don’t need to fix anything; your quiet presence and kindness are what people remember.

Sometimes that means sitting together in silence, sending a small message to let them know you’re thinking of them, or suggesting something gentle to share — a walk, a cup of tea, or a favourite film. These small gestures remind people that they’re not alone, and that warmth and friendship still surround them, even in the hardest times.

If you’d like more thoughtful guidance on how to support someone who’s grieving, you can visit Mind’s bereavement support for friends and family.

Size
Plant: 12 cm nursery pot, presented in a 14cm Vibes pot.
Candle: 75 g gold tin, natural soy wax for a clean, even burn.

Native habitat and growth pattern
Native to the tropical forests of Brazil, the Maranta thrives beneath the canopy where light filters softly through the trees. Its daily rhythm of folding and unfurling leaves has long been seen as a sign of peace, reflection and gentle resilience.

Styling at home
The Maranta’s calm, patterned foliage and the candle’s golden light add warmth and serenity to any room. Place together on a bedside table, windowsill or quiet corner to create a small sanctuary of stillness and memory.

Care requirements
Bright, indirect light is best. Keep the soil lightly moist, allowing the top few centimetres to dry before watering again. Mist occasionally or place near other plants for humidity. Feed monthly in spring and summer with Happy Houseplants Organic Tropical Plant Food to encourage gentle, steady growth.

Why choose this sympathy gift
Because light and life are the greatest comforts we can offer. This pairing brings both — a candle that warms the heart and a plant that grows quietly on, day by day. It’s thoughtful, enduring, and offers a living expression of peace and remembrance.

Interesting facts
The Maranta is named after sixteenth-century botanist Bartolomeo Maranta. Its nightly leaf-folding movement, called nyctinasty, has long been seen as a natural symbol of prayer and reflection — a graceful rhythm of hope and renewal.

FAQs
Is this a good sympathy gift?
Yes, it’s thoughtful, lasting and deeply personal — a meaningful alternative to cut flowers.

What does the candle smell like?
A soft botanical blend from our handmade range — light, comforting and soothing.

Is it pet safe?
Yes, Marantas are non-toxic to cats and dogs.

Explore more

Looking for more shade-loving wonders? Browse our full Pet Friendly Plants or Tropical Indoor Plants collection. For care guides and styling inspiration, visit the Happy Houseplants blog—the UK’s leading indoor houseplant resource.

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