Some people say they were born with a "
green thumb ", but the truth is that the increased interest in
gardening among millennials has awakened in all of us the desire to grow a plant at home. Some people try the practice for its health benefits, Others create a true "
urban jungle " inside living rooms, kitchens
and even bedrooms . The rule is clear: there is a right plan to reconcile your tastes and objectives. But nothing is that simple – in fact,
plants grown indoors need just as much attention and care as those grown outdoors. Each plant has
different needs for light, water and temperature , which can turn what is once a therapeutic activity into a a real headache. The good news is that, given the gardening craze, there are a huge number of
apps that help with growing plants , offering tips and guidance to avoid mistakes. Designed for first-time "plant parents", check out the seven best apps dedicated to gardening below!
(Juliano Colodeti, do MCA Estúdio/CASACOR)
Garden tags
Intuitive, free and available for Android and iOS, this application is
perfect for those who want to identify a plant and catalog all the plants in their garden , creating personalized labels and accessing all the information related to each species. Its biggest advantage is the possibility of getting in touch with other gardening enthusiasts and sharing experiences, difficulties and asking for advice.
Gardenia
For those who tend to forget dates and times to prune, water and fertilize their plants, Gardenia is the ideal app. Free and available for Android and iOS, it allows you to create a
personalized list with reminders to let you know what to do and when to do it. . There you can also collect information about light exposure, irrigation and fertilization for more than
90,000 botanical species . In addition, the "Weather Monitor" function provides weather information based on your location.
Another great option is Garden Manager, only available on Android. The app allows you
to set personalized alerts for your garden maintenance , such as fertilization, watering and other essential tasks. The difference is that the app
allows you to create a plant diary to track its growth. The development can be shared with friends, as well as on a social network, or used to ask for advice if the plants are losing vigor. The app also allows you to search and locate florists in your area to add another vase to your collection.
Moon & Garden
Moon & Garden has a different dynamic. Available for Android and iOS, the app tells you
when to plant, water and prune according to the lunar calendar . The phases of the moon do indeed influence the growth of seeds and have been exploited in agriculture since ancient times. A solution of this type could be useful for inspiring a flower garden on a terrace, bringing our phases closer to those of nature.
(Denilson Machado/CASACOR)
Home Design 3D Outdoor/Garden
Game lovers will love Home Design 3D Outdoor/Garden. Reminiscent of
a kind of The Sims for gardens , in the app you can become a landscaper and imagine your dream garden and then transform it into reality. It works like this: after creating your account, you create a
garden project with all the plants and in the exact dimensions you want, and then view the result in 3D directly on your cell phone or tablet screen. It is available free of charge for iOS and Android.
Blossom
If you need an app that gives you practical advice on
how to repot, fertilize and water in the best way , Blossom should be your choice. The tool – available only for iOS – is able to instantly identify the plant by searching the database of the species and offering the
best solutions for its cultivation . It also has a function that reminds us of the correct time and quantity to water. Source: Corriere della Sera
