Nano-gardening for gadget geeks
by GeekMom on July 9, 2008
Okay, I know the term "nano" is being used inappropriately in all sorts of pop culture references, and I just did it again. Sorry. But I wanted to emphasize that this little terrarium is tiny. And cute!
I love growing houseplants and vegetables. I've spent many dollars and hours working on the garden this year, starting plants from seed during the winter, and transplanting them into the ground in the spring. It's hard, dirty, sweaty work, but the flower blossoms and edible treats make it seem worthwhile.
Sometimes, though, I get into a lazy mood. Or it's just too hot and humid to really enjoy working outdoors. I'm more of a cool weather person, and I don't do well in the heat. Plus, I have an affinity for odd Japanese gadgets and accessories. So when I saw this little cell phone strap, I had to share it.
It's from strapya-world, and it's a
little living plant, growing in some kind of gel medium, sealed inside a vial, attached to a gadget lanyard. I love that it's actually alive, and I love that it's so odd. I have no idea how long the plant will live, but I like the idea of carrying a little bit of green garden with me.
If you're not into the pastel gel colors, you can also get a
little cactus in a bit of sand, and you get to water it a couple times a month.
Okay, I know the term "nano" is being used inappropriately in all sorts of pop culture references, and I just did it again. Sorry. But I wanted to emphasize that this little terrarium is tiny. And cute!
I love growing houseplants and vegetables. I've spent many dollars and hours working on the garden this year, starting plants from seed during the winter, and transplanting them into the ground in the spring. It's hard, dirty, sweaty work, but the flower blossoms and edible treats make it seem worthwhile.
Sometimes, though, I get into a lazy mood. Or it's just too hot and humid to really enjoy working outdoors. I'm more of a cool weather person, and I don't do well in the heat. Plus, I have an affinity for odd Japanese gadgets and accessories. So when I saw this little cell phone strap, I had to share it.
It's from strapya-world, and it's a little living plant, growing in some kind of gel medium, sealed inside a vial, attached to a gadget lanyard. I love that it's actually alive, and I love that it's so odd. I have no idea how long the plant will live, but I like the idea of carrying a little bit of green garden with me.
If you're not into the pastel gel colors, you can also get a little cactus in a bit of sand, and you get to water it a couple times a month.
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oh neat!
that Cactus link didn’t work though
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Thanks SO MUCH for posting a link to that site! They’ve got so much cool stuff I think my head’s gonna explode!!
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@Lisa1: I changed the links. They seem to be working now. So sorry!
@Lisa2: Yes, they have so much fun stuff! And it’s not the same as everywhere else. I love it!
Those are absolutely adorable!!! I must get one for my daughter. Great little find.
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That is so neat! What a great idea!
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I love the fact that it’s growing too. Reminds me of the tabletop glasshouses that people use to have in the 70-80’s but smaller. Oops I almost said Nano
I’m more of a cool weather person too. I like it but would try the cactus cause I used to have one that grew really big only to die suddenly when I moved. It got some kind of fungus.
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wow tat very creative! and fun hehehehe
I love it, this is awesome, it would also be such a great gift or even a favor for a baby shower!
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They look great. Have you also seen the Aero Garden, not quite as small but still very impressive:
http://www.aerogarden.org.uk/
Looks lovely
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Those are adorable!
cute stuff! thanks for sharing
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Wow, they look wonderful and very creative!
Thanks for the links! Too bad I’m so eager to get such nano thingies
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Wow, that looks awesome. I’m headed off to the site to check it out. Thanks!
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