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Parched Flower Pots

The Skin Pot Shrivels Up when the Plant Inside is Insufficiently Hydrated

— November 19, 2013 — Eco
Those without green thumbs might find a great improvement to the health of their herbage if they transplanted it into the Skin Pot. This unusual verdure vessel has an informative element about it that enables it to communicate the health of what's inside. Essentially, it gauges the moisture level of the soil and alters its shape accordingly.

Like a dehydrated fruit, the Skin Pot wrinkles up completely when your herbs require more water. A smooth-looking planter is ideal, of course. The possibility of over-watering is not much of an issue since the container has the capacity to absorb excess liquid and to disperse it later when H2O is needed. This concept earned Gong Yan, Liang Yingjie, Xu Wei and Professor Luo Shijian an Honorable Mention within the 2013 Red Dot Design Awards.
Trend Themes
1. Moisture-sensing Pots - The development of moisture-sensing pots that communicate the hydration needs of plants can revolutionize gardening and improve plant health.
2. Self-hydrating Containers - The creation of self-hydrating containers that can absorb and disperse excess water as needed presents an innovative solution to prevent over-watering and under-watering plants.
3. Interactive Planters - The emergence of interactive planters that change their shape based on the moisture level of the soil offers an engaging and informative gardening experience.
Industry Implications
1. Gardening Supplies - The gardening supplies industry can explore the production and distribution of moisture-sensing pots, self-hydrating containers, and interactive planters to cater to the needs of tech-savvy gardeners.
2. Smart Home Technology - The smart home technology industry can integrate moisture-sensing capabilities into existing home automation systems to provide users with real-time updates and control over their plant hydration.
3. Interior Design - The interior design industry can incorporate moisture-sensing pots and interactive planters as decorative elements that also enhance the well-being of indoor plants by promoting healthier hydration practices.
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