This 12-sided planter from Woolly Pockets takes a softer approach to the floor planter - and sports a new and different look. Made of recycled bottles and also being breathable, these planters can allow the roots to be aerated. The Brian has zippers so you can fold down leaves to expose more topsoil to air or sun. Comes in brown, black,...
In the summer, there is nothing like sitting out having a barbeque with friends. But when the sun goes down, it may get a little chilly. The answer: a fire pit. This little cast iron number from DWR has a nice design that also serves to keep the fire oxygenated and dissipate heat efficiently. Now you can sit out until the wee hours talking...
These pots will light up your garden. Made from 100% polythylene, they are recyclable (for whatever that's worth) - and durable for outdoor usage while also being lightweight so you can actually move them around a bit. They are built with a special drainage system to optimize the health of your plants. And of course, there's the light....
These Lighthouse Outdoor Torches from DWR are supposedly inspired by the lighthouses of Scandanavia. They are meant to burn high and proud ("like a bonfire" says the designer, Christian Bjørn) even under winds (so it'll be great down by the beach here in Santa Monica). Say goodbye to those ratty old tiki torches. These torches have ceramic...
Awesome way to chill all summer long. If you have a pool, this is a no-brainer. Imagine the things you could do on this. Just imagine... Good stuff, right? Yeah. Made by Neoteric Luxury, it's a (heavy duty weather resistant) wicker-wrapped steel frame, so it can handle the weather, and the wrap around top will protect some of the...
Here's a cool idea: cards that grow. Postcardens. Think of all the cards, sent and received, that end up in the garbage, bringing only a momentary laugh or smile. Imagine if you could send a card that endured. Here's a great idea by London based A Studio for Design. The postcarden folds out into a 3-D landscape. You sprinkle a little water...
One of the largest waste disposal problems in the world of trash is the car tire. They alone represent 2 percent of our waste. Think of all those old tires. They used to burn them, but the smoke is full of all kinds of nastiness. They can recycle them into new tires and asphalt and a host of other things, but it's generally not happening as...
This little outdoor table is solar powered...which means you can sit out and work on your WordPress blog. Or you can recharge your new iPad without getting off your butt. Of course if there's a power outage or some kind of apocalyptic situation it's always good to have a live solar panel (120V AC power with included converter...). Its...
This little Grobal (and the even littler Grobal Baby) is made so that even the most seasoned plantards (apologies to Sarah Palin...oh, nevermind) like myself can stop killing plants. The reason being is that you can't over or underwater your plants. You simply keep water IN the reservoir and the pot handles the rest by drawing water (and the...
Terrain is having a sale on 100% recyclable fiber cement - 25% off (enter promotional code PLANTER for discount). These attractive planters are durable enough to withstand the harshest weather (sun, heat, frost, etc.) for years and years (fiber cement is used for house siding because of this durability), yet attractive enough to use...
Keeping herbs fresh is a challenge. Some do well in the refrigerator, others (like basil) wilt and go black. The best way is to - as best one can - keep them alive. This handy acacia rack (that matches the spice holder we featured earlier) by Roost may just hold a functional, as well as decorative, solution: keep them alive in water just...
These little birdhouses are each one-of-a-kind. All of the wood comes from old barns in the Kettle Moraine State Forest (thus called because of the dots of "kettles" or deep ponds left by the old glaciers of the last ice age). The roof is covered with the bark of white birch (this is the same bark the Native American's used to make canoes...
Velocity Art and Design is currently featuring the Woolly Pockets series. These soft-sided planters come in a number of configurations that enable you to hang plants on walls, place them in large "meadows" or more traditionally styled "pots" (though they're not really pots with soft sides). They are made from recycled plastic and have...
Yes, spring is getting nearer (I hasten to say it's here in Southern California - the cherry blossoms are even starting to fall already) . As my friend Randy says, it's Farch. And the coming of Farch tolls in the constant outdoor reminders that we must beging spring cleaning. We must start planting. We must get ready for summer. Summer....
It's getting to be spring. I know it doesn't feel like it, given that 70% of the country is covered with snow. But here in Southern California it definitely does....and it will soon for the rest of y'all too. That said, it's time to get some seeds started (or at least time to plan for it). This great little kit from Terrain includes a...
Tillandsias, aka "air plants" are a genus of plant in the Bromeliad family. These plants are what is known as an epiphyte or aerophyte, meaning they can grow without direct contact with dirt or water. That's right. As crazy as it is, these plants are able to absorb their needed nutrients through their leaves. In the wild, tillandsia...
These little birdhouses are made out of shells in their natural state, and are sturdy enough to withstand the elements. These little modern design are a perfect size for the swallows. You can mix and match from three sizes: Tall, Wide and Round. I can't think of a better way to bring on spring... $28 BUY...
We like these planters by Nobuhiro Sato (you may recall him from such posts as the drain planter post). They're designed to look like your plants are a rooftop garden on a little Euro-styled condo with windows, doors and even balconies. $130 BUY...
This little planter serves as a reminder that no matter what man does to pave paradise (apologies to Joni), nature will always keep growing up and around us. The single-minded nature of plants: grow and thrive. Designed to look like a manhole or shower drain, sprouts will come up through the drain. Concrete base with a steel lid. A simple...
La Gardo Tackett is a potter/designer who was based in Southern California (at least his studio is here). His "architectural pottery" featuring pots that were stacked on one another, situated in metal scaffolding and otherwise architected was all the rage in the 50's, even having been featured in the World's Fair in Brussels in 1958 where he...
These kits include the test tubes, nutrient-rich gels and seeds to grow your own orchids...in vitro. Because of the gel, it requires no experience or botanical expertise. When your little buds have gotten ready to be their own plants, then give them a pot of dirt...and watch them bloom. Great science experiment for kids to watch, or...
Turn your world upside-down with these planters from designer Patrick Morris. These planters are simple in design - they just hang from the ceiling or a shelf or whatever. But from a functional standpoint, they offer even more: the plants use 80% less water and they are self-watering, meaning even the most forgetful person can keep their...
A simple little concoction: 5 glass jars with a metal stand that can be stood on a table, bookshelf or windowsill, or turn the rack and screw the base into the wall (the glass containers will shift into position, follow the link to see an example). A fun (and cheap: $25) way to add some greenery (as in the picture) or light (candles),...
These are cool. Tim Wetteveen's Etsy.com store, The SteamedGlass Studio has a lot of great terrariums (terreria? Whatever. Our latest fancy.) made from old lightbulbs like the one at left ranging from $35 up to $200. Has a built-in magnifying glass and a small LED light for nighttime illumination. Just needs light and a little...
There is this new design going around - we call it Millenial - that features some elements of steampunk, some elements of science lab, and definitely large elements of nature. You've see it in store windows everywhere. Sticks. Rocks. Erlenmeyer Flasks. Old National Geographics. Whatever you call it, we love it. We hope it sticks around for...
The ultimate in sustainability: growing food at home. What a pain it is for those of us who don't have a big yard or hydroponic room to do so. Here's another way to be a bit more self-sustaining: grow your own mushrooms. There are a few kits out there, but the best seem to be the logs. You simply drill some holes in a log, soak it, then...
Our current agro-business-oriented food system has been blamed for a lot of the problems we are currently experiencing to our health and our environment. While many of us try to eat organic and local as often as we can, there really is no better way than to grow your own. Plus, it's delicious. But, for those of us who live in the city,...
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