This paper deals with the potted plants as gift that presented to visitors in Taishhoen garden owned by the Uematsus in the late Edo period. Rare precious potted plants were presented feudal lords and other high officials of central government when they visited Taishoen garden on the way of official trip on the Tokai Highway. After their visit, they sent gift in return to the Uematsus for their presentation and hospitality. Findings are: 1. The visit by men of rank was a kind of ceremony and it gave honor to the Uematsus. 2. The Uemtsus decided not sell their plant collections but presented as visitor's request. Consequently, they gained many fine paintings, calligraphies and craftworks as gift in return. 3. Occasionally potted-plant-giving was regarded as a public affair to make a good relationship with the government officials.