Let your message grow

Every month, Real Simple scours the market for problem-solving products. This month’s top picks are:

Message Bean, $12

Problem: You can’t actually say it with flowers.

Real Simple Solution: Sprouting from the can it comes planted in, the Message Bean pops up in a week or two and bears a greeting like “Good Luck,” “Happy Birthday,” “Love” or “Thank You,” which is laser-printed right on the bean. Odd at first, the little plants definitely grow on you.

To buy: www.spoonsisters.com.

Door organizer, $15

Problem: “Honey, have you seen my glasses?”

Real Simple Solution: The Doorganizer hangs on a doorknob so you can grab the essentials, like keys and phone, without having to depend on your memory. Also available in camel, orange and red.

To buy: www.containerstore.com.

Juicer, $18

Problem: Too much squeezing for too little juice puts you in a sour mood.

Real Simple Solution: Slide the whole fruit (no halving necessary) on the Screwpull Citrus Juicer and you’ll get every last drop. A strainer keeps out pesky seeds.

To buy: www.screwpull.com for store locations.

Picnic tote, $28 to $36

Problem: Juggling mismatched food containers leaves you feeling like a circus performer.

Real Simple Solution: Not merely pretty, Vivo Tiffin Boxes are made of durable melamine and lock together for easy, spill-proof transport and storage. No balancing act here.

To buy: Ellis & Co, 912-236-0111.

Blister bandages, $7 TO $8

Problem: Those new strappy sandals have left your toes with blisters.

Real Simple Solution: Blist-O-Ban bandages stay on even in the shower and create a synthetic domed “blister” over the real one, protecting damaged skin and preventing pain. Also available in clear and blue.

To buy: www.blistoban.com.