Instant Gardener

This idea began with a dream in May 2001. I had lay awake thinking about this bag with dirt and seeds. Eventually it had evolved into a long paper bag laying in a trench; water would dissolve the bottom of the bag to release the contents.

Since that time, the design of my gardening product has changed. Today, the product concept is now a boxed "gardening kit." This was more practical solution to incorporate all of the needed gardening components (soil, seeds, and fertilizer). It was also a way to include individuals who like the idea of having a garden, but did not have a lot of property, did not want to prepare a garden bed, or had a physical handicap that impeded their gardening ventures.

I attended my first Invention/New Product Exposition (INPEX) In 2002, and came away with a greater sense of what it takes to produce and market a new product. I received a lot of relevant and valuable information as well as important contacts that have enabled me to continue developing my gardening kit.

My new garden product has been further developed. I was issued my first patent in 2004 and currently have additional patents pending. My logo and tag line have received a trademark. And I have developed relationships with other companies to supply the components needed for the Instant Gardener.

I returned to INPEX in May 2004, and was invited to exhibit at the Electronic Retailing Association's trade show in September 2004. I look forward to what that may bring.