If you’re considering gifting a plant this holiday season, read on for ideas that bring all-season joy — alternatives to giant amaryllis bulbs and the like. Last month in Springfield, I attended the traveling Plantella Expo , which draws indoor gardeners and plant vendors from all over New England. That’s where I met Brad Clegg, who grows what he calls X-factor plants, and Hannah Cook Dumas, who creates hydroponic and semi-hydroponic botanical gifts.

First, meet Brad Clegg, owner of Buddha’s Botanicals in Seekonk.

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