What a joy it is that gardening season is once again upon us! There's nothing like a sunny day spend tending to the plants in your own personal green space. At Smallflower, we love being able to offer a variety of products that harness and spread the wholesome benefits of the backyard garden. Read on for some of our favorite picks inspired by different plants, and click on their names to shop all our products with that ingredient!     [GDC_row] [GDC_column size="third"]

Tomato

Ripe, juicy tomatoes can be grown in pots, so even city dwellers can enjoy them plucked straight from the vine.

Smallflower pick: Wild Tomato Vine Candle with Plantable Box by KOBO, $28, Shop Now →

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Cucumber

Cucumbers are wonderfully crisp and cool. Add some slice to a pitcher of water for a refreshing way to hydrate.

Smallflower Pick: SPF 30 Cucumber Matte Finish Sunblock by COOLA, $36, Shop Now →

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Lettuce

Eating lettuce from the garden sure beats the bagged stuff! Pair with homemade dressing for a healthy summer lunch.

Smallflower Pick: Lettuce Bar Soap by Nesti Dante, $10, Shop Now →

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Lavender

Equally attractive to the eye and palette, Lavender is a trendy culinary ingredient. Just remember, a little goes a long way.

Smallflower Pick: Lavender Hand Cream by Pre de Provence, $16.70, Shop Now → [/GDC_column] [GDC_column size="third"]

Mint

Mint is delicious in drinks, main dishes, and desserts--but plant it in a container if you don't want it to take over!

Smallflower Pick: Mint Lip Balm by Stewart & Claire, $8, Shop Now → [/GDC_column] [GDC_column size="third"]

Thyme

Easy to grow, Thyme is essential when cooking Mediterranean fare. Bonus: it's anti-microbial and vitamin-rich.

Smallflower Pick: Lemon Thyme Facial Tonic Hydrosoul, $28.50, Shop Now → [/GDC_column] [/GDC_row]     [GDC_row] [GDC_column size="third"]

Rose

  Every garden should have fragrant, beautiful roses! Dry the petals so you can enjoy their lovely scent year-round.   Smallflower Pick: Rosa Diffuser by Alora Ambiance, $80, Shop Now → [/GDC_column] [GDC_column size="third"]

Marigold

  Popular in traditional medicine, Marigold (also known as Calendula)  can be planted near veggies to ward off pests.   Smallflower Pick: Ringelblumen Shave Soap by Hasligner, $7.95, Shop Now → [/GDC_column] [GDC_column size="third"]

Lily of the Valley

Intoxicating Lily of the Valley is gorgeous, but costly to buy. Grow your own for a budget-friendly bouquet. Smallflower Pick: Dewy Lily of the Valley & Star Anise Bath & Shower Gel by Molton Brown, $30, Shop Now → [/GDC_column] [/GDC_row]