{"id":30749,"date":"2020-07-28T15:19:13","date_gmt":"2020-07-28T15:19:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sciencesensei.com\/?p=30749"},"modified":"2023-12-19T09:42:33","modified_gmt":"2023-12-19T14:42:33","slug":"grow-plants-like-a-botanist-thanks-to-these-gardening-products","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.sciencesensei.com\/grow-plants-like-a-botanist-thanks-to-these-gardening-products\/","title":{"rendered":"Grow Plants Like a Botanist Thanks to These Gardening Products"},"content":{"rendered":"

Whether you’re new to gardening or you have a green thumb, there’s always something on the market that can make your life a little easier. You may be attempting indoor gardening, containing gardening, raised bed gardening, or just all-out, petal-to-the-metal, total backyard overhaul gardening – it doesn’t matter. Hopefully, the list we have put together below will have a few things you might want to try out! You will be able to grow plants and flowers like a botanist thanks to these online gardening products. <\/span><\/p>\n

\"Plant
Crack the code to make your favorite plants thrive! Photo Credit: Amazon<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Plant Parenting: Easy Ways to Make More Houseplants, Vegetables, and Flowers<\/span><\/a><\/h2>\n

If you’re excited to start planting, but you either kill all your plants (like me) or want to expand your plant repertoire, then this book should be your first stop. Leslie Halleck has an easy breakdown on what tools and techniques you need to propagate plants, get rid of pesky pests and diseases, start seeds, and transplant cuttings. <\/span><\/p>\n

This gardening product is a great beginner’s guide to make sure anyone can make more of their favorite plants! It’s ideal for the care of houseplants, vegetables, and flowers, so don’t think you’ll be limited in options. <\/span><\/p>\n

Grab your copy <\/span>here<\/span><\/a> for $17. <\/span><\/p>\n

\"Indoor
Whether it’s a gift for yourself or an avid gardener, this set will impress everyone. Photo Credit: Amazon<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Indoor Vegetable Garden Seeds Starter Kit<\/span><\/a><\/h2>\n

If you’re in the market for organic, non-GMO seeds, we’ve found them for you. This set includes exotic seeds packets for Romanesco Broccoli, Lemon Cucumbers, Rainbow Swiss Chard, and Purple Dragon Carrots. It also comes with a wood grow box, harvesting scissors, four small, reusable burlap grow bags, plant markers, and peat potting soil discs. <\/span><\/p>\n

What’s even better is the support you’ll get through your planting journey. You can join the community of gardening experts on Facebook for advice from horticulturalists and instructional videos to make sure everything is working correctly. <\/span><\/p>\n

Grab your Exotic Veggie set <\/span>here<\/span><\/a> for $25.
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\"Nature's
Grow four different types of herbs with this beginner’s gardening kit. Photo Credit: Amazon<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Nature’s Blossom Kitchen Herb Garden Indoor Seed Starter Kit<\/span><\/a><\/h2>\n

Let’s set the scene: You’re making a delicious spaghetti from scratch, and you realize you’re missing a key ingredient: basil. Now you have to pause everything to run to the nearest grocery store, grab the basil, wait in an endless line for checkout, head back home, and finally get back to making your fantastic dish. Total time spent: probably at least 30 minutes. Alternatively, you could just waltz to your indoor or outdoor grow kit with your HOME GROWN basil and pick whatever you need, smell the gorgeous scent of basil, and plop it into the dish. Total time spent: like a minute? <\/span><\/p>\n

Save your future spaghetti dishes and buy <\/span>this kit<\/span><\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n

For $30, you’ll get four organic, non-GMO herb seed packets: basil, thyme, parsley, and cilantro. You’ll also get their respective plant markers, four biodegradable planting pots, compressed soil pellets for seed starting, and a comprehensive Sow & Grow gardening guide. <\/span><\/p>\n

\"Nature's
Tomatoes are notoriously hard to grow, but not with this seed starter. Photo Credit: Amazon<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Nature’s Blossom Tomato Garden Seed Starter Kit<\/span><\/a><\/h2>\n

This kit’s seeds have a high germination rate, so prepare to eat tomatoes until you turn red in the face (get it?). You’ll get four different varieties with this kit, some of which may be unfamiliar. You’ll have your delicious red tomatoes, yellow pear tomatoes, which are typically sweeter and great for preserve-making, blue cherry tomatoes, the sweetest of the kit, and the green zebra tomatoes, which have a rich and sharp flavor. <\/span><\/p>\n

The <\/span>package<\/span> will come with the seed packets, four biodegradable pots, soil pellets, plant markers, a water mister bottle, and step-by-step instructions, all for $30<\/a>. You’ll also receive a digital version of the instructions to make sure you never lose them.
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\"Mindful
Gardening doesn’t just happen outdoors these days. Photo Credit: Amazon<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Extra Wide LED Indoor Herb Garden<\/span><\/a><\/h2>\n

If you can’t make it to the garden, we have the perfect way to bring it to you. This extra-wide LED Herb Garden is made from eco-friendly PVC and energy-efficient LEDs, and it’s super portable. It simulates sunlight on a timer, promoting your plant’s photosynthesis without lifting a finger. The timer is automatically set to 16 hours on, 8 hours off, which mimics the natural cycle of a plant. <\/span><\/p>\n

You can grow anything you want in the Herb Garden, though the LED lights might slightly limit the height. This setup is fantastic for offices and apartments – just don’t forget to water the poor things! <\/span><\/p>\n

Get your very own <\/span>Herb Garden<\/span><\/a> for only $70! It’s a small price to pay for oxygen. <\/span><\/p>\n

\"JERIA
Maximize the space you have and create your dream garden! Photo Credit: Amazon<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Vegetable\/Flower\/Plant Grow Bags<\/span><\/a><\/h2>\n

This twelve-pack of three-gallon grow bags is excellent if you want to create a quick and easy garden. You’ll also get 12 plant labels, so you’ll never confuse the mint for the basil again. Fabric grow bags are great because they provide water drainage through the soil and prevent over-watering and soil rot. They also insulate the plant’s roots, keeping it warm in the winter and cool in the summer – it’s like a plant AC! These bags come with handles, so you can move them wherever you need to. <\/span><\/p>\n

Grab your pack of twelve <\/span>fabric grow bags<\/span><\/a> for just $19.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Moistenland
Hydroponic gardening is the method of growing plants (usually edible) without soil – year-round! Photo Credit: Amazon<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Moistenland Hydroponics Growing System<\/span><\/a><\/h2>\n

Do you love gardening but hate the mess of soil indoors? Or maybe you don’t want to haul huge bags of potting soil up three flights of stairs to maintain your indoor garden. Never fear, hydroponic gardening is here. This <\/span>hydroponic growing system<\/span><\/a>, available for $90, is equipped with twelve planting pods and an easy ON\/OFF button for its LED lights. <\/span><\/p>\n

The automatic timer will switch them off after 18 hours of use and back on after 6 hours of rest. The system comes with a dual growing mode for Vegetables or Flow and Fruits, changing the emitted light spectrum based on what your plants need the most. You can fit up to twelve plants at once, giving you a great mix of options to grow herbs, fruits, vegetables, and flowers indoors year-round.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Nature's
Why order a salad when you can grow one? Photo Credit: Amazon<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Nature’s Blossom Heirloom Vegetable Garden Kit<\/span><\/a><\/h2>\n

If you’re trying to eat healthy foods, why not grow them as well? This kit will provide crisp poinsett cucumbers, heirloom Simpson lettuce, red tomatoes, and sparkler radishes. You’ll also get four biodegradable growing pots, four compressed soil pellets, four plant markers, step-by-step instructions in hard copy and digital format, plus a bonus water mister bottle to control how much water your plants get. <\/span><\/p>\n

You can grab your own <\/span>Heirloom Vegetable Garden Kit<\/span><\/a> for $28 and be on your way to growing your salad.
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\"Avocado
Watch your own avocado tree grow! Photo Credit: Amazon<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Avocado Planting Seed Germinator Bowl<\/span><\/a><\/h2>\n

Make no mistake – avocados aren’t just for millennials. Research has proven time and time again how healthy avocados are, so why not grow your seedling? This little floating, <\/span>UFO-shaped disc<\/span><\/a> will help you on your journey to avocado toast deliciousness for just $11. <\/span><\/p>\n

Peel an avocado seed, plop it in the center, and float the whole disc in a bowl of water. It takes four to six weeks for an avocado pit to germinate, but you get to watch it. Don’t expose it to direct sunlight, but make sure your seed is warm and cozy. Change the water weekly and voila! You’ll have an avocado seedling. <\/span><\/p>\n

\"3.2
Add a pop of color to your home or workspace! Photo Credit: Amazon<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

3.2 Inch Succulent Plant Pots with Bamboo Tray<\/span><\/a><\/h2>\n

These patterns were drawn by hand, then baked on the glazed ceramic planter pots. Spruce up (get it?) any space with these gorgeous colors and patterns. Plant your favorite houseplant, succulent, or flower in these small pots for an added touch of serenity and an extra boost of fresh air. The containers each come with drainage holes and bamboo trays for minimal mess and maximum style. <\/span><\/p>\n

The set of three<\/span><\/a> is a steal for just $20! <\/span><\/p>\n

\"Ohuhu
Treat yourself to this two-in-one kneeler and garden seat. Photo Credit: Amazon <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Ohuhu Upgraded Foldable Garden Kneeler and Seat<\/span><\/a><\/h2>\n

Gardening is satisfying, but it can certainly take its toll on your body. Use this dual-function gardening tool to make a comfy seat or lay it flat on the ground for a padded kneeling pad to reduce pressure on your back and joints. Its solid steel frame can support up to 330 lbs and will outlast any weather you expose it to. The <\/span>tool<\/span> is also foldable and super lightweight, making it ideal for any situation that might require an extra seat. <\/span><\/p>\n

It will also come with two detachable tool bags for your handheld gardening clippers, spades, shovels, trowels, or anything else you may need. Get yours today for $63!<\/a> <\/span><\/p>\n

\"OZERO
These high-quality, heavy-duty gloves are a great way to protect your hands while gardening. Photo Credit: Amazon<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

OZERO Flex Grip Adjustable Leather Work Gloves<\/span><\/a><\/h2>\n

When you’re gardening, you want to make sure your gloves are going to protect your hands, not hinder your movement. These beauts are cut and puncture-resistant and made from genuine cowhide leather. They’re also shrink-resistant, so no fear of your kids washing them to steal them away. <\/span><\/p>\n

The palms are reinforced with adjustable wrists for the perfect fit and to keep all the dirt out. It’ll be like you never touched a plant at all! And don’t waste your time with gendered glove nonsense – all you need to do is find the right size from their chart and go on with your life. <\/span><\/p>\n

Don’t take my word for it; they have a whopping 4.5-star rating with over 1500 reviews! Get your pair <\/span>for just $13<\/span><\/a>.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n

\"FANHAO
No gardener’s toolkit is complete without a great set of ergonomic tools! Photo Credit: Amazon<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

FANHAO 5 piece Aluminum Garden Tool Set<\/span><\/a><\/h2>\n

This ergonomic tool set has all the great features we look for in a tool set: aluminum, rust-resistant, heavy-duty, and rubberized grips. All five tools have a convenient hole for hanging or storage. The included tools are a hand rake, trowel, weeder, cultivator, and transplanting trowel. It is a gardening product for everyone who is growing plants.
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A fun bonus feature is that the scoop comes with a ruler for exact soil depth. You can get your own set <\/span>here<\/span><\/a> for $33. <\/span><\/p>\n

\"Raised
Assembly may be required for this raised garden bed, but it’s worth it! Photo Credit: Amazon<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Raised Garden Bed Set for Vegetable and Flower Gardening<\/span><\/a><\/h2>\n

If you want a little garden but don’t want to dig or want to keep it separate from the rest of your yard, a raised garden bed is a great idea. This <\/span>raised garden bed set<\/span><\/a> can be built as one large bed or two smaller shapes, and you can add on other sets to create a custom configuration or vertically to go higher. <\/span><\/p>\n

You will need to assemble the set, but for an accomplished smartie like you, it’ll be a breeze. Get your kit for $40.
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\"Bonide
Use this magical potion to correct your plant’s calcium deficiency. Photo Credit: Amazon<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Rot Stop Tomato Blossom End Rot Concentrate<\/span><\/a><\/h2>\n

Tomatoes are great to grow, especially if you are a new gardener. This concentrate is a fertilizer mix used to control blossom end rot on tomatoes and other vegetables, like cucumbers, melons, and peppers. It corrects calcium deficiencies by containing calcium chloride as the main active ingredient. <\/span><\/p>\n

You can also use this fertilizer as a supplement to a regular fertilization program, so grab your <\/span>rot stop concentrate<\/span><\/a> for $10!<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Martha
A combination of interior and exterior pockets makes this garden bag a super useful tote. Photo Credit: Amazon<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Martha Stewart Heavy-Duty Canvas Garden Bag with Interior and Exterior Pockets<\/span><\/a><\/h2>\n

This sleek tote is perfect for carrying small and medium-sized essential garden tools and accessories. The pockets are six inches on the outside and eleven inches on the interior. This cute garden bag comes with a comfortable shoulder strap, and the stretch cord fasteners secure the tools to make sure they don’t fall out and get damaged (or damage your feet!). <\/span><\/p>\n

The tote is also super easy to clean because it’s made of heavyweight cotton canvas. Get your <\/span>gardening tote<\/span><\/a> here for $30.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"MySoil-Soil
Grow the healthiest plants, whether they’re indoors or outdoors! Photo Credit: Amazon<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

MySoil-Soil Test Kit<\/span><\/a><\/h2>\n

This kit includes a jar, a nutrient-absorbing capsule, and DI water, a soil scoop, instructions, a prepaid return mailing envelope, and priceless guidance on taking your sample. You’ll measure and report your soil’s nutrient levels, then get recommendations to get the best plant results possible. It’s all based on your soil’s ability to release the nutrients that match your plant’s needs during their growth. <\/span><\/p>\n

Once you get your results back, you are provided with a precise fertilizer recommendation to improve your soil’s output. You’ll get results on nutrient availability, pH levels, and the optimal range for macro and micro-nutrients. <\/span><\/p>\n

Get your <\/span>soil test kit<\/span><\/a> now and grow the best garden you can.
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\"Original
We’ve found you the perfect gardening boots. Photo Credit: Amazon<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The Original MuckBoots Scrub Boot<\/span><\/a><\/h2>\n

The Scrub Muckboots is an excellent option for gardening boots. They’re comfortable and waterproof, so take them out for a whirl. They have a low calf, so they won’t rub in awkward spots and cause awful blisters. They have breathable lining wicking moisture, rubber-reinforced soles, and snag-resistant nylon shafts. When you’re done with your dirty work, just rinse them off, and you’re all done. <\/span><\/p>\n

They come in a variety of men’s and women’s sizes and different colors, so grab your pair <\/span>here<\/span><\/a>! <\/span><\/p>\n

\"lenikis
Block those pesky UV rays and protect your neck with this quirky gardening hat. Photo Credit: Amazon<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Lenikis Unisex Outdoor Activities UV Protecting Sun Hats with Neck Flap<\/span><\/a><\/h2>\n

This unisex, wide-brim hat with an adjustable elastic drawstring design is ideal for gardening (or any outdoor activity, really). Though it won’t win you any style awards, it will keep your skin protected from UV rays and ultimately keep skin cancer at bay, which is truly the best award of all! Its water repellent fabric makes it an excellent fit for drizzling rain, too. It comes in dark grey, light grey, and khaki, so you can get one to match all your gardening outfits. <\/span><\/p>\n

The inner material is designed to absorb perspiration, so pick yours up <\/span>here<\/span><\/a> for $14 each and get to gardening.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Neutrogena
If you’re tending to your garden, you should also be tending to your skin! Photo Credit: Amazon<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Face Mist Sunscreen Spray Broad Spectrum SPF 55<\/span><\/a><\/h2>\n

We check the weather regularly for updates on whether it’ll be sunny, cloudy, hot, cold, or rainy, right? How often do you check the UV index in any case? Like the weather forecast, the UV forecast can predict how harmful UV rays can be to our skin and inform what precautions we should take when we’re outside. <\/span><\/p>\n

If the UV index is High, Very High, or Extreme, you don’t want to be caught without a strong SPF on your skin. This face mist sunscreen is oil-free, lightweight, and oxybenzone-free. It’s a non-comedogenic, non-greasy formula with broad-spectrum protection and a convenient spray nozzle for on-the-go application. <\/span><\/p>\n

Make sure you protect any exposed skin before spending time in your garden and grab your <\/span>Ultra Sheer Face Mist Sunscreen<\/span><\/a> for just $13. <\/span><\/p>\n

\"Indoor
Whether it’s a gift or a treat yourself moment, this herbal tea gardening kit is something to relax about. Photo Credit: Amazon<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Indoor Herb Garden Seed Starter Kit – Organic Herbal Tea Growing Kit<\/span><\/a><\/h2>\n

Grow your chamomile tea, peppermint tea, lavender herbal tea, and lemon herbal balm tea in four burlap grow bags. You’ll also get the needed peat potting soil discs, pruning shears, a stainless steel tea infuser, plant markers, a wooden gift box, and the instructions to make the magic all happen. <\/span><\/p>\n

The booklet even includes instructions on how to harvest and dry your tea, so it’s like someone is with you every step of the way. Don’t miss out; get your own <\/span>herbal tea starter kit<\/span><\/a> for just $30! <\/span><\/p>\n

\"Keter
Are you tired of all the bending to get to the ground? Bring the land to you instead! Photo Credit: Amazon<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Raised Garden Bed with Self Watering Planter Box and Drainage Plug<\/span><\/a><\/h2>\n

We’ve already mentioned a raised garden bed on this list, but this one is different. It’s much more elevated, making it more ergonomic and eliminating the need to bend over. It also includes a super handy water reservoir to prevent root decay and soil rot. Goodbye, over-watering, hello, healthy plants. <\/span><\/p>\n

The water gauge is easy to read, so you’ll always know when you need to re-water your plants. Red means you should drain, and green means you’re good to water. Draining is easy, too: just manually remove the drainage tap, and you’re all done. This <\/span>raised garden<\/span><\/a> can fit up to 31.7 gallons, making it more than large enough for a wide selection of all the plants your heart desires. <\/span><\/p>\n

It’s great for small patios and balconies, so grab yours today for just under $100! <\/span><\/p>\n

\"GardenMate
How can something so simple make our lives so much easier and our gardens so much more organized? Photo Credit: Amazon<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Weatherproof Banner Copper Metal Plant Labels<\/span><\/a><\/h2>\n

These galvanized copper nameplates are durable and measure two feet high for a great display and organized garden. Just mark the name of the plant with a permanent marker and voila! It’s weatherproof. Copper does develop a patina over time, but you can save its shiny coat by wrapping it with a clear polyurethane or lacquer layer before exposing it to the elements. The stakes are super easy to stick to the ground (or pots), but they’re also easy to relocate. <\/span><\/p>\n

They come in a variety of colors and quantity options, so grab your <\/span>metal plant labels<\/span><\/a> and spruce your garden up! <\/span><\/p>\n

\"Stand
Weed removal can be back-breaking work, but not with this tool around! Photo Credit: Amazon<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Stand Up Weeder and Weed Puller<\/span><\/a><\/h2>\n

We want to get rid of weeds without feeling like we’re sacrificing our vertebra, right? Well, this tool makes that possible. It’s a 39″ tall handle with a foot pedal that allows you to remove the entire weed – roots included. The three claws make it perfect for any soil: just push it into the ground, tilt it, and pull out the plant. You’ll also get a small, handheld weed remover for those grass and flower weeds without deep roots to ensure no stone is left unturned. <\/span><\/p>\n

Before you embark on a weed-whacking adventure, make sure you have <\/span>a standup weeder and hand weeder combo set<\/span><\/a> of your own! <\/span><\/p>\n

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