# Herb-Growing Wall Orbs Urbz is a Planter That is Both Functional and Visually Appealing By Mishal Omar | Published 2018-06-23 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urbz References: [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/950417849/urbz-a-herban-view-from-your-window?ref=discovery) Individuals who don't live in climates that are warm year-round likely find use for [indoor planters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balconyfarm-pot), and Urbz is a [modular planter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/planter-300) that can be designed to users' preferences. The Urbz comes in an endearing, glass orb shape that can be attached to walls. The glass base allows for users to see the soil from which the seeds will grow into plants, and the product can be used to [grow a variety of herbs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auk-mini). Originally, Urbz was designed with the intent of empowering children to learn and grow their own foods, but the Urbz planter is also suitable for adults looking to spruce up their homes. The Urbz is an excellent addition to kitchens, both for its design and in its ability to function as an educational tool. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 55% | Activity: 51% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Indoor Planters:** There are opportunities to create personalized and sustainable indoor planters that function as design pieces and educational tools - **Modular Planters:** Innovations in modular planters, such as interchangeable parts or shapes, offer customization and flexibility. - **Herb Gardening:** The trend of growing herbs indoors creates new opportunities for products that promote sustainability and healthy eating through education. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Home Decor:** The Urbz is an example of a product that bridges the gap between design and functionality and could be leveraged by home decor businesses. - **Education:** Modular planters or similar products could be used as an educational tool to teach children and adults about gardening and sustainability. - **Kitchenware:** Incorporating sustainable herb gardens into kitchenware offers consumers the ability to add fresh herbs to their meals, while being eco-friendly. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Aeroponic Desktop Planters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/izestee.md) - [Spherical Self-Watering Pots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-basil-selfwatering-globe.md) - [Chic Self-Watering Garden Planters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glowpear-mini-bench.md) - [Wall-Mounted Hydroponic Gardens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hydroartpod.md) - [Architecture-Inspired Indoor Gardens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegetment-vegetable-cultivator.md) - [Four-in-One Herb Planters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harry-herbs-indoor-herb-garden.md) - [Uniquely Shaped Self-Watering Pots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/self-watering-plant-house.md) - [Indoor Herb Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auk-mini.md) - [Versatile Plant-Growing Incubators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/warp-core.md)