elfinGarden is like a Tamagotchi for your plants

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Finally, an interactive pot that will take the guesswork out of watering flowers.

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Created by Maker Monica Lau, the elfinGarden is an innovative, entertaining planter that helps users communicate with their plants as if they were raising a pet.

Powered by an Seeeduino v3.0 (ATmega328), the device is packed with touch and moisture sensors, a few strips of LED lights, an 8×8 matrix, and an MP3 player.

elfinGarden provides a natural growing environment right on your desk — whether inside an office or dorm — making it interesting to plant in sedentary living, and of course, easier to care for the plant. Thanks to Lau, you can take the guesswork out of deciphering when a pot needs nutrients. In fact, your plant will now be able to express its feelings, such as a smile for happiness or animated tears when thirsty.

Watch it in action below!