I like to look out for natural material tech devices or accessories made with biodegradable materials, whether it is office furniture or small objects like lights, to balance all the manmade material in my home. In that spirit, here are three of the coolest green tech I've discovered recently. More

The perfect way to thank the perfect host is by sending a little gift following a party. While flowers are always pretty, their life span can be limited. A house plant, on the other hand, is a gift that can be enjoyed long after it's been received. More

I've seen these clever little dinosaur planters around the blogosphere for a few months now, and I had assumed that they were are DIY project (and I suspect that with a little effort they could be). But then I discovered Shelterblack and their cleverly styled garden products. More

These fun and funky moss balls are lovingly made by Mister Moss, but that doesn't mean you can't be inspired to create your own. More

As much as I love having greenery in my home, I am probably the most notorious plant assassin in Chicago. I can barely keep succulents alive. But after hearing so much about the simplicity of air plants, I'm ready to give them a try. Because they don't need soil, the display options are nearly endless, so of course I hit Etsy for some inspiration. More

We're in the middle of summer now, but many stores are already marking down their outdoor and patio products. If you see a pair of large, inexpensive flower pots you like, grab them. No, they aren't for plants this time. If you add a dollar store pizza pan on top, you can make an awesome, sculptural side table that works both indoors and out. More

While visiting a friend in Minneapolis over the weekend, I came across an article in the Star Tribune about the resurgence of American made products. It was in this article that I learned about Jordan, Minnesota-based outdoor furniture manufacturer By the Yard. More

Creating a buried pot garden is a beautiful and easy way to ecoscape. Not only will your garden be extraordinarily charming and tidy, it'll consume less water and energy. Sunken planter gardens like this one provide both form and function. The pots prevent your herbs or plants from overrunning their designated areas, and the mulch keeps unwanted weeds and pests at bay while consuming no water and energy. More

Mini DIY projects are perfect for people who aren't gung-ho DIY but still feel the itch to make a little something from time to time. Making this painted key cap or mini succulent planter is instantly gratifying. Each project takes just 10 to 15 minutes. Seriously! More

How do you amend compost into your planter beds? Ben shares one way he picked up from his friend Leonardo (master gardener)! More