Plant Pal looks to take guesswork out of watering plants

TOLEDO, Ohio — Mark Feldstein & Associates has launched a new gardening tool that can be used to aid the growth of indoor and outdoor potted plants.

The Plant Pal singing bird moisture meter is a 6-in. moisture-sensing probe that measures moisture at a plant's root level to help prevent under- or over-watering, MFA said. The Plant Pal features a polyresin songbird that houses an electronic sensor, which helps monitor moisture levels, and will softly chirp its own authentic bird song when the soil is too dry, MFA said.

“Whether you’re a beginner or an expert, a moisture meter is a vital and inexpensive tool to take the guesswork out of watering your plants,” MFA president Mark Feldstein said. “Plant Pal is the perfect solution to help you prevent detrimental under- or over-watering, and as an added bonus, will enhance the beauty of your plant.”

The Plant Pal currently is available in cardinal, robin and blue jay designs and carries a suggested retail price of $11.95.