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Smart Hydro-Care Plant Monitor.
The Problem:
Many students and working professionals enjoy keeping indoor plants because they add beauty, freshness, and positivity to our spaces. However, a common challenge is not knowing when—and how much—to water or when to move the plant into better light. Some people forget to water for days, while others overwater, which is equally harmful. As a result, plants often wither and die, leaving people discouraged from continuing their plant-care journey.
Our Solution: Smart Plant Buddy
A low-cost sensor + mobile app solution that takes the guesswork out of plant care.
Real-Time Monitoring: A small soil sensor measures moisture, light, and temperature.
Smart, Custom Alerts: Get gentle notifications like “Water your Pothos within 12 hours” or “Y
our fern needs more light.”
Precise Water Guidance: The app recommends the exact quantity of water (e.g., “Add ~150 ml”) based on plant type, pot size, and soil conditions.
Plant Library & Profiles: Get customized guidance for each species—succulents, ferns, money plants, and more.
How It Works (The Technical Bit):
The system uses a low-power moisture probe connected to a Wi-Fi/Bluetooth microcontroller. This data syncs with a lightweight mobile app built with a cross-platform framework for compatibility with both Android and iOS.
Why Choose Smart Plant Buddy?
Unlike existing apps that send generic reminders or require manual updates, Smart Plant Buddy is a fully automatic, data-driven solution that provides precise, actionable advice.
Who Benefits:
Home gardeners and apartment dwellers save time, water, and plants.
Plant nurseries and retailers can offer it as a value-added package.
Communities and the environment benefit
from reduced water waste and healthier greenery.
Our Story & Vision:
This problem matters to me because I've lost several favorite plants to inconsistent watering. Smart Plant Buddy blends my enthusiasm for technology with a desire for sustainable living and thriving plants.
Our vision is to make plant care stress-free, fun, and accessible for everyone. Over time, the app will learn user patterns to refine its suggestions. Future enhancements include:
Humidity detection.
AI-based disease identification from leaf photos.
Integration with smart home systems like Alexa or Google Home.
By helping people keep their plants healthier for longer, we promote sustainability, save money, and encourage greener living spaces.
