Save Water and Grow Healthy Plants

Plant Nanny products were developed to make plants healthier; most plants thrive when their roots are consistently moist. Watering globes support hardier root growth by slowly releasing water through a special Ceramic stake as the soil begins to dry. They are revolutionary due to the fact that the Ceramic stake stays in the soil. No clogging! And it releases water throughout the entire stake, not just one tiny area.

Plant Nanny Stakes come in several varieties, to match anyone’s taste.

Hand-blown glass watering globes are a simple solution to keeping your plants healthy. Most plants thrive with consistent watering. Since the stake remains in the soil the plant roots will actually grow around the stake and use water more efficiently. The water level is visible through the globe even at a distance, so you'll know exactly when to add water. There are the Clear Glass Globe, The Swirl (in 3 decorative colors) and the Globe with Finial (a gorgeous addition to any planter, in 2 colors). Just remove the Globe, leaving the stake in the soil, and refill with water, you can even add fertilizer if you choose! They are so easy to use!

For the wine lover and anyone who likes to be GREEN, recycled wine bottles & Wine Bottle Plant Nanny Stakes work together to water your plants. Made from a specially-engineered ceramic, our 7.5 inch Plant Nanny® Stakes are designed so that a wine bottle rests securely inside, providing a ready supply of water. Designed to water a larger container plant, these can be used indoors or on a deck or porch. Any long neck glass bottle will work, so you don't have to love wine to love this product. They work well outside, to keep your summer planters from drying out. And the size of the wine bottle means you wont have to refill everyday and the water won’t reach boiling temperatures in the sun.

The Add-a-bottle Nanny and the Vacation Nanny are great for any planter as well. They have the same great stake, only you use your recycled water or soda bottles instead. They are a great way to make use of water bottles and easily care for your plants. Decorate your bottles for a one of a kind look.

The Plant Nanny’s are also great in the ground! Use them to water newly transplanted shrubs or perennials! This will help to reduce transplant shock.

All in all the Plant Nanny has revolutionized the Watering Globe. By utilizing a stake that stays in the soil, they eliminate clogging of the globe and disruption of the plants roots. Your plants will grow healthier for it!

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Plant Nanny Watering Stakes

Rain Barrels, Benefiting the Environment

Harvesting rain water is quickly becoming an important part of reducing our footprint on the environment. Rainwater is beneficial for plants, people and pets. It is free of chemicals such as chlorine, pollutants and it is naturally soft. Plants and turf always look their best after a good soaking rain.

Collecting rainwater is great for areas that have water restrictions, and during a drought. By collecting rainwater you can water your lawn, plants and garden when you need to, regardless of watering restrictions. This will help save and sustain the landscape and garden you worked hard to establish. You can also wash the car, the dog, windows, etc.

By installing a Rain barrel you can also save precious water from becoming Storm water run off. Storm water run off pollutes our natural waterways and contributes to drought situations. When it rains, the water coming out of your gutters most times cannot be absorbed quickly enough by the surrounding lawn and landscape. It runs through the grass and down the driveways collecting fertilizers, chemicals, oils, etc. and all of that ends up in the storm drain. This contaminated water goes directly into our natural water ways. It pollutes our streams and rivers, which in turn knocks the whole eco system out of balance. Woodland plants and wildlife are affected greatly by the water run off from our homes.

A rainfall of 1" on 1,000 square feet of roof, will catch 600 gallons of rainwater. This can turn into thousands of gallon per year. (depending on rainfall in your area) By capturing just some of this water, you can save money on your water bill, water your plants when you need to, and keep pollution from entering our waterways. Now that's beneficial.

Rain Barrels come in various sizes, the most common is around 55 gallons. Most are equipped with an overflow spout, and a faucet for hooking up a garden hose or soaker hose. Many are also mosquito proof, which is important as well. Once installed, they will easily blend into the landscape.

Next time it rains, be ready! Install rain barrels and be ready to save water, save money and save the environment!