Lowe's, a prominent home improvement retailer, periodically offers a variety of free products and services to its customers through in-store events, online promotions, and loyalty program incentives. These offers span gardening supplies, seasonal items, and educational resources. Participation typically requires membership in the free MyLowe's Rewards program, advance registration for certain events, or specific timing for in-store pickups. The availability of these freebies is often limited to "while supplies last" and may vary by location. This article details the types of free garden giveaways and other promotional offers available through Lowe's, based on information from various sources.
Lowe's SpringFest and Earth Day Giveaways
Lowe's hosts an annual SpringFest event, which features a series of free Garden-to-Go project kits available for curbside pickup. These kits are distributed every Thursday in April from 5 to 7 p.m. local time. The event includes a final freebie in the form of a Lowe's Butterfly Quest kit, for which advance registration is required. Registration for the Butterfly Quest kit opens at midnight EDT on the Thursday preceding the distribution date, which was April 29 in the referenced event. Consumers are advised to register early as these kits are available while supplies last.
As part of its Earth Day celebrations, Lowe's has also given away 500,000 tree saplings to those who registered in advance. The saplings, which vary by location and include pine and spruce varieties, were part of the SpringFest event. Registration for these free trees was required at Lowes.com.
MyLowe's Rewards In-Store Freebies
Members of the MyLowe's Rewards program can access specific in-store freebies on designated dates. For example, on June 14, 2025, Lowe's offered a free pair of garden snips, valued at approximately $5, to the first 250 MyLowe's Rewards members at each store location. The giveaway began at 10 a.m. local time. To participate, members needed to show their Lowe's Rewards member barcode at the store. No purchase was necessary. This offer was confirmed by multiple sources, including Free Stuff Finder and The Freebie Guy.
Another promotion available to MyLowe's Rewards members was a free 1-pint annual plant, available on May 11th and 12th. To redeem this offer, members were required to log into their MyLowe's Rewards account, navigate to the 'My Rewards' section, and use the 'Reserve' button to select a pickup day and time. This offer was available while supplies last and was not available in Hawaii.
Free Magazine Subscriptions and Memberships
Lowe's has offered free subscriptions to its magazine, Creative Ideas, along with memberships in Lowe's Woodworkers and Lowe's Garden Club. These publications and newsletters provide DIY ideas and project instructions, though they may have a catalog-like feel. Sign-up for these free subscriptions was available online.
Free Services and Educational Resources
Beyond physical products, Lowe's provides several free services and educational resources for customers. For those renovating a kitchen, Lowe's offers a free video chat consultation with a kitchen design specialist. Customers can schedule this consultation by filling out an online form with details such as budget and timeline. Following the consultation, a 3D rendering of the proposed kitchen is created, and assistance with product sourcing and installation can be provided. For customers not ready for a full consultation, Lowe's also offers a free "Kitchen Style Quiz" and various free visualizer and estimator tools.
To build customer skills and confidence, Lowe's provides a series of free online tutorials and DIY instructions. These guides cover topics such as "How to Mulch a Yard" and "DIY Raised Garden Bed Instructions," helping customers learn proper techniques and identify necessary tools and supplies.
Lowe's also hosts free workshops for children and their parents as part of its "DIY-U" series. These in-store workshops, available monthly for children ages 4 and up, teach basic DIY skills through hands-on projects like building an herb greenhouse or a door knocker. According to money-saving expert Andrea Woroch, children who attend these workshops frequently can earn additional freebies.
Conclusion
Lowe's provides a range of free products and services to its customers, primarily through its MyLowe's Rewards loyalty program and seasonal events like SpringFest. These offers include tangible items such as tree saplings, garden snips, and plants, as well as valuable services like free kitchen design consultations and educational DIY workshops. Participation in most product giveaways requires advance registration or timely in-store visits, and availability is often limited. Customers interested in these opportunities should monitor the Lowe's website and their MyLowe's Rewards account for current and upcoming promotions.
Sources
- Lowe's Earth Day freebie: How to register for April 29 SpringFest giveaway of free butterfly quest kits
- Free garden snips at Lowe's on June 14th
- Fantastic freebies: Home improvement magazines from Lowe's
- Free pair of garden snips at Lowe's for MyLowe's Rewards members
- Lowe's gardening snips giveaway
- Free plant at Lowe's
- Lowe's free services
