Amazingly enough, I do remember to feed my pets.  Of course, they actually interact with me.  Plants are another story.  I can’t remember the last time I was able to keep a plant alive for more than a few weeks.  They just fade into the background for weeks at a time, and by the time I remember to water them, they’re on their way out of this world.

I do love some of the newer self-watering planters and hanging baskets, though.  I might actually have a shot at keeping something alive if the plant waters itself.  Here are a few that I came across recently:

20″ Cortina Self-Watering Planter, Ochre
These Italian-style self-watering planters come in several vibrant colors for $45 each.  The 16″ version comes in at $35.

39″ Self-Watering Windowbox, Green
For $39, you could get one of these cute self-watering windowbox planters.  I think they’d also be cute along the edge of a white wraparound porch - very Leave it to Beaver-ish.

Self-Watering Trellis Planter, Small
If you have a little more room, this $90 self-watering trellis planter could be perfect.  Once you get vines growing up the trellis, you’ll have extra privacy or shade, too.

Self-Watering Hanging Basket
If your budget is a little lower (or if you just want a hanging planter), this self-watering hanging basket is perfect.  Hanging plants are kind of a pain to water even if you do remember, so this version is especially nice.

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