We all want to do our fair share to keep the environment healthy and vibrant. The problem is that so many of the green living tips you come across require a hefty financial commitment.

But when it comes to giving gifts, whether it's for a birthday, a special celebration such as Valentine's Day or even Christmas, there are little things you can do that will benefit the planet without breaking your bank.

Here are a few suggestions:

1. Organic Flowers

Much like organic foods, organic flowers are grown with the earth foremost in mind. In addition, all packaging is green packaging and biodegradable. Look for flowers grown locally in order to reduce greenhouse gases from the transportation process. And consider houseplants instead of flowers. They live longer and keep the oxygen fresh in your home.

2. Natural Perfumes

Most perfumes are created synthetically, using synthetic extenders and such things as diethyl phtlate. But you do have a choice. More and more perfumes are turning to botanical extracts for their aromatics. Some are even using natural animal essences. Shy away from the synthetics. Go natural!

3. Cards From Recycled Paper

Almost all special occasions are accompanied by cards. Make sure the cards you give are made from recycled paper. If you want to take it a step further, consider sending an e-mail card or an e-card and save a tree. Better yet, make your own card. There's nothing quite as special as a homemade card.

4. Kitchen Scraps Crock

This is something new in our popular green living tips. As more and more people begin their own backyard gardens, composting is becoming a natural extension of the process. What makes great compost? Kitchen scraps. But no one wants an old bucket on the kitchen counter where the scraps go. Hence... the kitchen scraps crock or the kitchen compost crock. They fit right in to the decor and many come with a carbon filter to dramatically reduce odors.

5. Organic Cotton Robe

There's nothing quite like a morning lounging around the house in a terry cloth robe. Make it an organic cotton robe and you've got a great gift for the environmentally conscious recipient. Organic cotton is grown in a manner that replenishes soil fertility and reduces the use of toxic pesticides and fertilizers. It's already being used for a variety of food and fiber products.

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