Remembering what to plant when, when you last fertilised and when something is due to be harvested can be tricky to manage along with the rest of life’s moments. Fortunately, there are various apps available to help you with these details. We’ve compiled information on three of the most popular available. All offer slightly variable functionality depending on how you would like to document information and access support.
ABC Vegie Guide
• Free download via the App store.
• Great ease of use, clear navigation and intuitive.
• Ability to sync all details between devices.
• Includes pest and disease control tips and harvest prompts.
• Offers information on variable gardening techniques, fact sheets, a comprehensive list of plants and specific details about each.
• Functionality to take photos of your garden and add them for future reference.
• A great all rounder app covering garden planning, implementation, harvest and support.
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Gardenate
• $1.49 download via App store.
• Independently owned and developed in Australia.
• Functionality to set region and climate zone.
• Includes 90+ vegetables, herbs, and soft fruits.
• Specifically for edible varieties.
• Comprehensive information on each plant.
• Functionality to take photos of your garden and add them for future reference.
• Versions for Australia, South Africa, Canada, New Zealand, UK and USA.
• Sections include planting calendar, my garden, notes and wish list.
• Ideal for those with established beds wanting to store long term garden and planting information.
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Yates My Garden App
• Free download via App store.
• Offers garden design functionality including inspiration, planning, growing and garden management.
• Includes a garden problem solver e.g. critter identification and offers product solutions.
• Plant list also includes ornamentals such as natives and trees.
• Ability to find a retailer and create a Yates product shopping list.
• Realistic graphics.
• An all in one app not restricted to the veggie garden.
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