Draft:From Seed to Spoon

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From Seed to Spoon is a gardening app designed to simplify the process of growing fruits, vegetables, herbs, and flowers at home. Developed by Carrie and Dale Spoonemore in 2018 with the help of friends who shared their passion for gardening, the app provides tools, resources, and personalized guidance for gardeners of all experience levels. It is available for free on both Android and iOS devices. In 2022, the Spoonemore's and their friends joined Park Seed, expanding the app’s offerings and integrating it into Park Seed’s mission to inspire and empower gardeners everywhere.^[1]

Overview

From Seed to Spoon was created to make gardening accessible for all skill levels. The app uses location-based data to deliver personalized planting dates, crop recommendations, and pest management tips. It includes features such as a visual garden planner, companion planting guides, and educational content about soil health and crop rotation.^[2]

Features

Planting Guides: Detailed instructions for growing over 100 plants, including planting dates customized to the user’s location.^[3]

Visual Garden Planner: A tap-to-place tool for organizing and visualizing garden layouts.^[4]

Pest and Disease Management: Identification tools and organic solutions for common gardening problems.

Weather Integration: USDA hardiness zone-specific planting recommendations.^[5]

Growbot (Image Recognition): Premium feature for analyzing images of plants to identify pests or issues.^[6]

Companion Planting Tool: Suggestions for crop pairings to promote healthy growth.

Recipe Integration: Ideas for cooking with homegrown produce.

Development

The app was founded by Carrie and Dale Spoonemore in 2018, inspired by their personal journey to grow their own food. In 2022, they began working with Park Seed, a leading supplier of gardening products, to enhance From Seed to Spoon and contribute to its broader mission.^[7]

Community Engagement

From Seed to Spoon engages its audience through live workshops, webinars, and social media. Weekly live streams cover topics like seasonal planting, garden planning, and food preservation, often featuring giveaways of premium app subscriptions and gardening tools.^[8]

Availability

The From Seed to Spoon app is available for free on the following platforms:

Mobile Apps: Download on iOS and Android devices. A free version provides basic features, while a premium subscription unlocks tools like the Visual Garden Planner and Growbot.^[9]

Web App: Access the app directly via your browser at app.seedtospoon.net.

This cross-platform availability ensures users can access the tools and features from their preferred device, whether at home or on the go.

Recognition

The app has been praised for its user-friendly design and innovative approach to gardening. It has received positive reviews from home gardeners and professionals in the horticultural industry.^[10]

References

^ Carrie Spoonemore, Dale Spoonemore (2022-01-15). "About From Seed to Spoon". Seed to Spoon. Park Seed. Retrieved 2024-12-06.
^ "Features Overview". Seed to Spoon. Park Seed. Retrieved 2024-12-06.
^ "Planting Guides Feature". Seed to Spoon. Park Seed. Retrieved 2024-12-06.
^ "Visual Garden Planner". Seed to Spoon. Park Seed. Retrieved 2024-12-06.
^ "Weather Integration Overview". Seed to Spoon. Park Seed. Retrieved 2024-12-06.
^ "Growbot Feature Overview". Seed to Spoon. Park Seed. Retrieved 2024-12-06.
^ Carrie Spoonemore, Dale Spoonemore. "About the Founders". Seed to Spoon. Park Seed. Retrieved 2024-12-06.
^ "Community and Workshops". Seed to Spoon. Park Seed. Retrieved 2024-12-06.
^ "Download From Seed to Spoon". Seed to Spoon. Park Seed. Retrieved 2024-12-06.
^ "Reviews and Feedback". Seed to Spoon. Park Seed. Retrieved 2024-12-06.

From Seed to Spoon includes detailed planting guides for over 100 plants, providing customized planting dates based on the user’s location.^[1]

^ Carrie Spoonemore, Dale Spoonemore (2022-01-15). "From Seed to Spoon Features". Seed to Spoon. Park Seed. Retrieved 2024-12-06.

[1] Carrie Spoonemore, Dale Spoonemore (2022-01-15). "About From Seed to Spoon". Seed to Spoon. Park Seed. Retrieved 2024-12-06.

[2] "Features Overview". Seed to Spoon. Park Seed. Retrieved 2024-12-06.

[3] "Planting Guides Feature". Seed to Spoon. Park Seed. Retrieved 2024-12-06.

[4] "Visual Garden Planner". Seed to Spoon. Park Seed. Retrieved 2024-12-06.

[5] "Weather Integration Overview". Seed to Spoon. Park Seed. Retrieved 2024-12-06.

[6] "Growbot Feature Overview". Seed to Spoon. Park Seed. Retrieved 2024-12-06.

[7] Carrie Spoonemore, Dale Spoonemore. "About the Founders". Seed to Spoon. Park Seed. Retrieved 2024-12-06.

[8] "Community and Workshops". Seed to Spoon. Park Seed. Retrieved 2024-12-06.

[9] "Download From Seed to Spoon". Seed to Spoon. Park Seed. Retrieved 2024-12-06.

[10] "Reviews and Feedback". Seed to Spoon. Park Seed. Retrieved 2024-12-06.

[11] Carrie Spoonemore, Dale Spoonemore (2022-01-15). "From Seed to Spoon Features". Seed to Spoon. Park Seed. Retrieved 2024-12-06.

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