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Hardwood Garden Stakes
Each of these twigs has a carved section for “penciling in plant info,” so that you can label everything in your plot.
Price: $18 for a set
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Contact: Shopterrain.com
Source: Country Living
Grobal Baby
“Take the guesswork out of gardening” with this self-watering pot that draws water from a reservoir in the top chamber.
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Price: $15
Contact: Velocityartanddesign.com
Source: Better Homes and Gardens
William Morris Watering Can
This can channels the English countryside with a floral pattern originally created by William Morris, pioneer of the Arts and Crafts movement.
Price: $54
Contact: Nybgshop.org
Source: Elle Décor
Kitchen Garden in a Box
“More like book in a box,” this organizer comes with tips on growing from seeds and recipes for each vegetable.
Price: $18.95
Contact: Daytripsociety.com
Source: Country Living
EasyBloom
A sensor disguised as a flower, EasyBloom measures temperature, sunlight, drainage, and humidity. Plug it into a computer for a “graphic readout” of conditions.
Price: $60
Contact: Easybloom.com
Source: Better Homes and Gardens
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