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A porch planter is a great way to spruce up your front door area, to make it more cozy and inviting or more serene and private. Either way the options are endless, here are 12 examples. A porch ...

Plant a garden of parsley, sage, rosemary and thyme in this self-watering indoor herb planter. A handy, built-in water level indicator tells you when (and how often) your plants need a drink. Aeration ...

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Self-watering planters aren’t just for plant novices, forgetful people or overzealous waterers. Even the best plant parents can benefit from having a self-watering planter (or two) since they ...