green thumb
noun
: an unusual ability to make plants grow
green-thumbed
ˈgrēn-ˈthəmd 
adjective 
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the Web He's got a green thumb of his own, and farms himself. 
Simon Perry, Peoplemag, 9 Sep. 2022 Whether your college student has a green thumb or is new to plants, these message pops are adorable decorations for their greenery. Mariah Thomas, Good Housekeeping, 11 Aug. 2022 Darryl is the green thumb, growing a variety of cultivars including spruce and maple trees, sunny perennials, house plants and some vegetables while Karlanea handles the day-to-day operations of the shrimp farm. Karl Schneider, The Indianapolis Star, 20 July 2022 Those with a green thumb may be intrigued by the conservatory that is currently being used as a greenhouse, while want-to-be sommeliers will love the wine room that holds more than 300 bottles. Brianna Griff, Chron, 21 Aug. 2022 Good for: the gardener who does not actually have a green thumb. Ysolt Usigan, Woman's Day, 16 Aug. 2022 Since opening, the Baziks embarked on a mission to develop everyone’s green thumb. Jessica Benda, Los Angeles Times, 15 Aug. 2022 When Growing Pumpkins Growing your own pumpkins can be a great learning experience, especially for those looking to expand their green thumb. Mariah Thomas, Good Housekeeping, 29 June 2022 Items range from cozy oversized hoodies and long-lasting portable chargers to personalized planners and plant message pops (for those with a green thumb looking to deck out their plant babies). Mariah Thomas, Good Housekeeping, 11 Aug. 2022 See More
Simon Perry, Peoplemag, 9 Sep. 2022 Whether your college student has a green thumb or is new to plants, these message pops are adorable decorations for their greenery. Mariah Thomas, Good Housekeeping, 11 Aug. 2022 Darryl is the green thumb, growing a variety of cultivars including spruce and maple trees, sunny perennials, house plants and some vegetables while Karlanea handles the day-to-day operations of the shrimp farm. Karl Schneider, The Indianapolis Star, 20 July 2022 Those with a green thumb may be intrigued by the conservatory that is currently being used as a greenhouse, while want-to-be sommeliers will love the wine room that holds more than 300 bottles. Brianna Griff, Chron, 21 Aug. 2022 Good for: the gardener who does not actually have a green thumb. Ysolt Usigan, Woman's Day, 16 Aug. 2022 Since opening, the Baziks embarked on a mission to develop everyone’s green thumb. Jessica Benda, Los Angeles Times, 15 Aug. 2022 When Growing Pumpkins Growing your own pumpkins can be a great learning experience, especially for those looking to expand their green thumb. Mariah Thomas, Good Housekeeping, 29 June 2022 Items range from cozy oversized hoodies and long-lasting portable chargers to personalized planners and plant message pops (for those with a green thumb looking to deck out their plant babies). Mariah Thomas, Good Housekeeping, 11 Aug. 2022 See More Word History
First Known Use
1937, in the meaning defined above
Kids Definition
green thumb
noun
: a talent for growing plants