LEGO plants that rock back and forth and never need watering
Is this the right fit?
- Best for
- dorm desks, office shelves, gifts for adult LEGO builders, and anyone who wants greenery with zero plant care
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- Not everyone likes the rocking motion, though the bases can be rebuilt flat in about a minute
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LEGO Botanicals Rocking Plants is a 253 piece set of small buildable plants with weighted curved bases, so they rock gently when nudged instead of sitting still. The set is aimed at ages 9 and up and takes well under an hour, which puts it in the desk-decor category rather than the weekend-project category that larger botanical sets occupy. The finished pieces are shelf-sized, in the range of a few inches, and are designed to sit on a desk, a monitor stand, or a dorm shelf. If the rocking is not to your taste, the bases can be rebuilt flat in about a minute. Under $25 makes it an easy gift or a small treat. Best fit: dorm desks, office shelves, gifts for adult LEGO builders, and anyone who wants greenery with zero plant care.
Pros
- 253 pieces builds in under an hour, so it is a treat rather than a project
- Rocking bases give the finished plants some personality on a desk
- Shelf-sized pieces fit a monitor stand or dorm shelf
- Under $25, which is unusual for a LEGO Botanicals set
Cons
- Not everyone likes the rocking motion, though the bases can be rebuilt flat in about a minute
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to build?
Well under an hour for most builders. At 253 pieces it is a short sit-down build rather than a weekend project.
Can the plants be made to sit flat instead of rocking?
Yes. The curved bases can be rebuilt flat in about a minute if you would rather they stay still.
What age is it actually for?
LEGO lists it at 9 and up. Plenty of adults buy it as desk decor, and the build is simple enough that a younger child with LEGO experience can manage it.
How big are the finished plants?
A few inches tall, sized for a desk, a shelf, or a monitor stand rather than as a floor or table centerpiece.
Does it fit with other LEGO Botanicals sets?
Yes, it is part of the same Botanicals line and sits well alongside the larger bouquet and plant sets, though it is noticeably smaller in scale.
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