Lively Root

Lively Root is on a mission to cultivate employee well-being through thoughtful gifting. Recognizing employees’ pivotal role in an organization’s success, Lively Root goes beyond traditional tokens of appreciation by offering handpicked, healthy plants that symbolize growth and create a positive, healthy workspace.

Based in San Diego, California, where they own and operate a 75-acre farm and a nursery in Miami, Florida, and local partners across the U.S., Lively Root is committed to eco-friendly, sustainable practices. Collaborating with horticulturists, it has identified around ten ‘easy to care for, hard to kill’ plants ideal for gifting. These plants are chosen for their adaptability— requiring low light, minimal water, and proving robust in various environments. Unlike generic corporate swag items, these plants serve as meaningful gifts, providing a tangible reminder of an employee’s progress.

Brian Bates, Senior Vice President of Business Development, highlights the distinctiveness of Lively Root’s approach. He emphasizes that these plants are not just gifts; they carry profound meaning, cultivated, and cared for with a significant return on investment for the giver.

The idea behind integrating plants into the workplace revolves around addressing the well-being of employees throughout their journey with the company. Plants serve various purposes, starting with being thoughtful onboarding gifts for new hires, symbolizing growth and prospects with the company. They also play a meaningful role in celebrating work anniversaries, representing the growth experienced together.
Many human resource professionals recognize the value of plants in fostering a positive work environment. Studies show that having plants in office spaces, whether at home or in a commercial setting, contributes to improved air quality and increased productivity. As such, leveraging the human resource role to introduce plants into the workplace is seen as a valuable strategy for employee well-being and engagement.

Gifting Services Tailored to Specific Needs

Lively Root offers two corporate gifting services: One-Time/ Bulk orders for specific projects and events and an On-Demand/ Recurring service for gifts needed throughout the year, e.g., new hire kits, bereavement, employee anniversaries, and more. Every customized plant kit allows clients to choose plant types, sizes, containers, messaging, and branding that align with their company’s values.

Taking complete ownership of the plant growth process— from seed to final delivery—sets Lively Root apart. With over 600 plant varieties grown at their farms, they have carefully selected around ten plants for the corporate gifting market, known for their adaptability and hardiness.

Branding options include laser engraving, printed message cards, and more, which add a custom element to the gift, while eco-friendly containers contribute to sustainability goals.

The unboxing experience is a point of pride for LivelyRoot, making this gift a high-end experience for any corporate executive. In the unlikely event of a plant being damaged in transit or underperforming within its first 30 days, Lively Root offers a happiness guarantee, promptly replacing plants when needed.

A Sustainable Alternative to the Conventional Approach of Gifting

In many places, items like water bottles and pens are used for corporate gifting. Many of these items, lacking lasting value, end up unused and contribute to landfill waste. For this reason, an increasing number of companies are turning their back on generic promotional products that don’t add real value and switching to the more sustainable alternative presented by Lively Root.

Giving plants as gifts addresses the primary objective of a meaningful gift while also being environmentally friendly. Beyond being a living gift, the eco containers used for the plants are 100 percent recyclable, aligning with sustainability goals. Unlike conventional items that might end up forgotten in drawers or closets, plants remain visible, whether on a desk at the workplace or in a home setting. Each glance at the plant serves as a reminder of the giver and the occasion, be it a new hire welcome or a gesture of support during bereavement. This shift to plants represents a more thoughtful and sustainable approach to corporate gifting, providing companies with a higher return on investment and creating lasting value for employees compared to traditional promotional items.

Lively Root Takes Complete Ownership Of The Entire Plant Growth Process, From Seed To Final Delivery. Its Unique Advantage Lies In The Fact That They Own And Operate Their Farms And Handle Every Aspect Of Packaging, Shipping, And Distribution

A Stern Commitment to Superior Quality and Communication

Lively Root is known not just for sustainability but superior quality as well. All the packaging and distribution processes are centralized at the farms. Being both growers and distributors allows it to maintain exceptional quality control. Over six months spent perfecting the packaging process has enabled it to overcome the challenge of shipping live plants and fragile materials all the way from California to New York or Florida to California.

Working with Lively Root is straightforward. Direct communication is encouraged, and clients can reach out through a web form on the business gifting tab. The staff responds promptly, typically within a couple of hours, to assist with any inquiries or schedule consultations. The streamlined approach from cultivation to distribution ensures a seamless and reliable experience for clients.

Giving Back to the Community and Environment

On top of all their great work, Lively Root makes an annual donation to the Arbor Day Foundation on behalf of its clients. The Arbor Day Foundation is the world’s largest member nonprofit dedicated to planting trees for over 50 years.

In summary, Lively Root plants for the future and takes complete ownership of the entire plant growth process, ensuring a unique and unmatched customer experience that provides your employees with a lasting gift they can grow with.