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Plant Management

Anbaukumpel's plant management system allows you to track every aspect of your plants' growth journey, from the initial planting to harvest.

Adding Plants​

Basic Information​

When adding a new plant, you'll provide:

  • Plant Name: Give your plant a unique, recognizable name
  • Plant Type: Choose from pre-configured types (Tomatoes, Peppers, Herbs, etc.) or create custom types
  • Planting Date: When you planted or started the plant
  • Initial Growth Stage: Starting stage (usually "Seedling" or "Seed")
  • Notes: Any initial observations or special conditions

Plant Photos​

  • Camera Integration: Take photos directly from within the app
  • Gallery Selection: Choose existing photos from your device
  • Photo Timeline: View all photos for a plant in chronological order
  • Growth Documentation: Visual progress tracking over time

Growth Stage Tracking​

Predefined Stages​

Anbaukumpel comes with common growth stages:

  • Seed: Initial planting phase
  • Seedling: Early growth with first leaves
  • Vegetative: Active growth phase
  • Flowering: Blooming period
  • Fruiting: Fruit/produce development
  • Harvest: Ready for harvesting

Custom Stages​

  • Create custom growth stages for specific plant types
  • Define stage sequences and expected durations
  • Set stage-specific care requirements

Stage Progression​

  • Manual Advancement: Update stages as your plant grows
  • Automatic Logging: Stage changes are automatically recorded as events
  • Duration Tracking: Monitor how long plants spend in each stage
  • Visual Indicators: Color-coded stage progression in the app

Plant Details & Organization​

Detailed Plant View​

Each plant has a comprehensive detail page with:

  • Overview Tab: Basic information and current status
  • Events Tab: Complete care history and activities
  • Photos Tab: Visual timeline of plant development
  • Stats Tab: Growth analytics and charts

Plant Categories​

  • Type-Based Organization: Group plants by type (vegetables, herbs, flowers)
  • Stage-Based Filtering: View plants by current growth stage
  • Custom Grouping: Create your own organizational system

Search & Filter​

  • Quick Search: Find plants by name or type
  • Advanced Filters: Filter by planting date, stage, or custom criteria
  • Sorting Options: Sort by name, date, stage, or activity

Plant Care Tracking​

Care Activities​

Track various care activities for each plant:

  • Watering: Frequency, amount, and water type
  • Fertilizing: Type, amount, and NPK ratios
  • Pruning: Areas pruned and reasoning
  • Pest Control: Treatments applied and effectiveness
  • Transplanting: Container changes and soil updates

Quantity Measurements​

  • Precise Tracking: Record exact amounts (ml, grams, etc.)
  • Unit Flexibility: Choose appropriate units for each measurement
  • Historical Data: View quantity trends over time
  • Optimization: Identify optimal care patterns

Advanced Features​

Plant Templates​

  • Save Configurations: Create templates for frequently grown plants
  • Quick Setup: Use templates to rapidly add similar plants
  • Shared Settings: Apply common care schedules across plant types

Batch Operations​

  • Multi-Plant Actions: Perform actions on multiple plants
  • Bulk Updates: Update multiple plants simultaneously
  • Group Care: Apply the same care activity to multiple plants

Data Export​

  • Individual Plant Data: Export specific plant information
  • Comprehensive Reports: Generate detailed growth reports
  • Photo Exports: Include plant photos in data exports
  • GDPR Compliance: Full data portability and control

Tips for Success​

Best Practices​

  1. Regular Updates: Keep plant information current
  2. Consistent Photos: Take photos from similar angles for better comparison
  3. Detailed Notes: Record environmental conditions and observations
  4. Accurate Measurements: Use precise quantities for care activities
  5. Stage Timing: Update growth stages promptly for accurate analytics

Common Use Cases​

  • Seed Starting: Track germination rates and early growth
  • Container Gardening: Monitor plants in pots and containers
  • Greenhouse Management: Manage controlled environment growing
  • Experimental Growing: Test different care methods and compare results
  • Succession Planting: Track multiple plantings of the same crop

Start managing your plants efficiently with Anbaukumpel's comprehensive plant management system!