A New Year gift set of auspicious plants, Aglaonema and Snake Plant (Sansevieria), wrapped in kraft paper, is a low-maintenance corporate gift that sits well on any desk and carries a good meaning. This guide covers pot sizes, color pairing, wrapping steps, and an early-prep timeline.
Why Auspicious Plants Make a Standout Corporate Gift
Calendars and snack baskets are forgotten within a week. A plant stays on the client's desk for a year and keeps your brand in mind.- Aglaonema is popular in Thai culture as a plant for luck and career growth. Red and pink varieties feel energetic for a new year.
- Snake Plant (Sansevieria) has upright leaves that suggest stability. It tolerates drought and low light, ideal for air-conditioned offices.
- Both are forgiving for people who have never kept plants.
Pairing the Set: Form and Function
1. Choose size by use
For desks, use 4-inch pots, under about 30 cm tall in total. For reception counters or executives, use 6-inch pots for more presence.2. Pair colors for contrast
- Red or pink Aglaonema with a cream-white ceramic pot.
- Dark green Snake Plant with yellow edges in a grey or beige terracotta pot for a nordic look.
- Place the taller Snake Plant behind and the Aglaonema in front.
3. Match the recipient's room
Aglaonema likes bright indirect light, not direct sun. Snake Plant adapts from low to bright light. Add a short care card with placement tips.Wrapping in Kraft Paper, Minimal Style
- Wrap the pot base in clear plastic to prevent soil spills.
- Wrap kraft paper around the pot, leaving the top open so leaves are not crushed.
- Tie with jute twine or a cream fabric ribbon.
- Add a greeting card with the company logo and three lines of care instructions.
- Pack in a tall box or kraft bag for transport.
Early Prep Timeline
- 6-8 weeks before: confirm quantity, budget, pots, paper and cards.
- 3-4 weeks before: order plants and let them acclimate.
- 1 week before: wrap and pack. Skip watering 1-2 days before so soil is just barely moist.
Care Card for Recipients
- Snake Plant: water about every 2 weeks, only when soil is fully dry.
- Aglaonema: water about once a week when the top soil is dry, in bright indirect light.
- Both are irritating if chewed, so keep them out of reach of pets.


