A handmade recycled glass planter created in partnership with the Eden Project. Winner of a 2019 iF Design Award. A self-watering planter, handmade from 100% recycled and recyclable glass. Inspired by the iconic biospheres of the Eden Project site in Cornwall. Details A self-watering planter inspired by the Eden project’s biospheres and focus on sustainability. Mouthblown from recycled glass and fitted with a sustainably-sourced removable cork bung. Fill the lower compartment with water and the top compartment with soil and plants. The cord between the two layers will carry water to the soil. Created in partnership with the Eden Project Mouthblown from 100% recycled and recyclable glass Sustainably-sourced, agglomerated cork bung Recycled and recyclable packaging printed with organic ink Winner of a 2019 iF Design Award 5" (small) - 5in x 5.75in 5.5" (medium) - 5.75in x 11in 8.5" (large) - 8.5 x 9.5 Due to its handmade nature, the size of this item may vary slightly. Materials & Making:The Canopy self watering planter is mouth blown from recycled glass. Locally-sourced clear jars and bottles are sorted, crushed and heated in the furnace until molten. The skilled glassblower gathers, shapes and then blows the molten glass into different moulds to form the separate parts of the self-watering planter. Air bubbles will occur as part of this handmade process using 100% recycled materials. The cork is a natural material which is 100% biodegradable, recyclable and renewable based on a sustainable cycle. Care Handwash in warm soapy water and dry with a soft cloth.
