Creating a plant-based storm warning system using outdoor plant boxes is an innovative and eco-friendly way to monitor weather changes. Here’s a step-by-step guide to building your own system:

1. Select the Right Plants: Choose sensitive plants like mimosa or ferns, which react visibly to environmental changes such as humidity, wind, or temperature shifts.

2. Install Sensors: Integrate simple moisture and wind sensors into the plant boxes. These can be connected to a microcontroller (e.g., Arduino or Raspberry Pi) to log data.

3. Monitor Plant Behavior: Observe how the plants react to approaching storms. For example, leaves closing or drooping can indicate rising humidity or wind speed.

4. Set Up Alerts: Program the system to send notifications (via email or app) when sensor readings or plant behavior suggest an incoming storm.

5. Test and Refine: Calibrate the system by comparing plant reactions with local weather reports to improve accuracy.

This DIY project combines nature and technology for a sustainable storm alert solution, perfect for gardeners and eco-enthusiasts.