Plant Care AI

PlantCare AI began as a simple question: what if your houseplants had their own AI caretaker? In an era where people are more invested in their indoor greenery than ever before—especially in dense urban environments—many are discovering that keeping plants alive and thriving is harder than it looks. Whether it's remembering to water on time, diagnosing mysterious leaf spots, or figuring out the best light placement in a small apartment, the responsibilities of plant care can quickly overwhelm even the most enthusiastic plant parent.

I designed PlantCare AI as a mobile-first experience that brings together AI-driven diagnostics, personalized care scheduling, and community support into one seamless interface. It's not just a plant care app; it's a full-time, photo-based plant companion that lives in your pocket.

The core problem I wanted to address was the feeling of helplessness many users experience when their plants start to decline. Most plant care apps offer either generic tips or static watering reminders, but they don't account for the actual condition of the plant in real time. Worse still, users often don't know what they're doing wrong until it's too late. This leads to discouragement, disengagement, and sometimes, giving up on plant care altogether. Many of these users live in cities, often with unpredictable light conditions, busy schedules, and little access to expert guidance.

That insight became the starting point for my design challenge:

How might we help indoor plant owners diagnose, care for, and feel confident about their plants through a personalized, proactive experience?

The solution was PlantCare AI—a mobile app that leverages the power of AI to scan, diagnose, and recommend care strategies based on an actual photo of your plant. Users simply take a snapshot of a leaf or stem using their phone camera, and the AI instantly detects common problems such as overwatering, underwatering, pests, nutrient deficiencies, or fungal infections. Each diagnosis comes with clear, actionable treatment steps, making it easy to address issues before they spiral out of control.

Preview of final mobile screens