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Ok, you won’t be fighting supervillains with this green power ring, but you will have a cozy neighbor for that green thumb of yours.

Growing Rings are a mix of jewelry and plant, couture and organism. Designed for people in metropolitan areas, the Growing Ring is a chance to take a little bit of greenery with you.…
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I love the idea of aquaponics, where fish and plants grow in a symbiotic relationship.  The concept has been used on a larger scale to produce significant amounts of edible plants and fish, but this small-scale version is perfect for the home decoration or proof of concept. Video after the cut.

Grow fresh produce right in the comfort of your own home – beans, basil, thyme, baby greens, oregano, mint, parsley, spinach and so many other delicious foods! This closed-loop ecosystem uses the fish waste to naturally fertilize the plants above. In turn, the plants clean the water for your pet fish.…
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These lovely glass planters combine a simplistic cubical glass design with visually appealing and low maintenance plants to bring a much needed note of beautiful to any space.  I’d love one at my office or home work space.

These little Aeriums have a “ship in a bottle” appeal. Tiny mosses, lichens, and tillandsias (air plants) live happily together under glass. Our Aerium artists handcraft each one. We love the way these look in a little group. A little colony of Aeriums makes a fantastic centerpiece for any festive occasion.…
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Seed Money takes itself quite literally… money that can be planted and will sprout into flowers as well as fruit and vegetable species.

Seed Money looks like the real thing – pennies, nickels, dimes, and quarters – but is far more valuable. Use it to solicit surprise and smiles from friends and strangers alike, and then tuck these paper coins in soil to grow colorful flowers and delicious vegetables. It’s tender for tending!…
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The battle against overgrown vegetation and weeds takes on a more stylish and ergonomic angle with Viktor Rosendahl’s futuristic concept “weed whacker”.  Or, you could just be getting in shape for fighting Aliens from James Cameron’s 1986 scifi movie.

This pole saw attachment combines advanced ergonomics with clean electric power to remove brush and branches. The long reach of the extension boom and a balanced, weight-distributing harness allows the user to easily trim branches without putting strain on the arms or back. The tool also collects and transfers information about its activity wirelessly to better gauge usage and efficiency.…
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