# Sentimental Plant Seeds The BEEcyle Five Message Beanstalk Makes a Lovely Gift for Green Thumbs By Erin Kirkpatrick | Published 2012-12-16 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beecyle-five-message-beanstalk References: [notonthehighstreet](http://www.notonthehighstreet.com/beecycle/product/beanstalk-magic-talking-seeds) For those who possess a [love of plants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/happy-plants) or of gardening, the BEEcycle Five Message Beanstalk will make an ideal Christmas gift. An astonishing and completely unique characteristic about these plants is the secret messages that are etched on the seeds. Using lasers, the beans are etched with a variety of messages fit for any and all occasions. As the bean stalk grows the special messages and pictures engraved expand spreading the sentimental message for all to see. Messages like "I Miss You, "Kiss Me" and "Lazy Bones" are among those you can choose. Pick up a pack of the BEEcycle Five Message Beantalk for birthdays, [Valentine's Day](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flower-sharing) and for the upcoming celebration of Christmas. Potted plants can now be [personalized to your liking](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/your-fam-on-a-can) and offer a quirky way to spread your messages of endearment. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 70% | Activity: 75% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Personalized Plants:** There is a growing trend of personalizing plants with special messages or engravings, offering a unique gift option for special occasions. - **Laser Etching:** The use of lasers to etch messages or images onto plant seeds is a disruptive innovation that adds a touch of uniqueness to the gifting industry. - **Sentimental Gifting:** The demand for sentimental and personalized gifts, such as the BEEcycle Five Message Beanstalk, is on the rise, giving businesses an opportunity to cater to this niche market. ### Who This Affects Most - **Gift and Souvenir:** The gift and souvenir industry can capitalize on the trend of personalized plants, offering customized options for various occasions. - **Laser Technology:** The laser technology industry can explore opportunities in the growing trend of laser etching on plant seeds, expanding its applications beyond traditional uses. - **Specialty Gardening:** Specialty gardening businesses can tap into the market demand for sentimental gifting by offering customized plants with engraved messages or images. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Breakup Gardening Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/break-up-gift-box.md) - [Gardening Gift Bundles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/indoor-gardeners-gift-set.md) - [Miniature Building Block Plants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-icons-tiny-plants.md) - [Plush Plant-Shaped Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amuseable-bonsai-tree.md) - [Alphabet DIY Gardening Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/succulent-letter-diy-kit.md) - [Dinosaur-Inspired Planters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chiasaurus-rex-planter.md) - [Eco-Friendly Pencils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sprout-worlds-plantable-pencils.md) - [Biodegradable Growing Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sow-co-bonsai-tree.md) - [Plantable Seed-Infused Stationery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jalebi.md)