# Virtual Garden Aids ‘Smart Gardener' Recommends Plants Based on Your Location By Christopher DeLuca | Published 2011-09-07 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-gardener References: [netted.net](http://netted.net/2011/08/15/garden-variety/?id=Today#toggled) & [smartgardener](http://www.smartgardener.com/) The ‘Smart Gardener’ is a really clever concept that will turn gardening novices into master growers. The website recommends what plants are best for you and your garden based on your location. What is really innovative and remarkable about the Smart Gardener website is that you can take your selections and plant them in a virtual garden. No reason not to get the best results out of your garden anymore. **Implications** - The eco movement has been a tremendously powerful cultural force. One of the effects of the movement is an increased interest and growing and cultivating food for oneself as part of a healthy lifestyle. Companies should consider how they can align their brand with healthy lifestyle choices to attract this valuable consumer group. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 26% | Activity: 52% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Smart Gardening:** Developing smart gardening tools and websites that recommend plants based on location and provide virtual gardening experiences. - **Eco-friendly Lifestyle:** Promoting an eco-friendly lifestyle that includes growing and cultivating food for oneself. - **Health and Wellness:** Aligning brands with healthy lifestyle choices, such as growing and eating fresh, homegrown produce. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Gardening Tools and Services:** Creating innovative gardening tools and services that integrate smart technology for personalized recommendations and virtual experiences. - **Eco-friendly Products:** Producing and marketing eco-friendly products that support and encourage home gardening, sustainable practices, and healthy living. - **Health and Wellness Brands:** Partnering with health and wellness brands to promote the benefits of growing and eating fresh, homegrown produce. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AI Plant Care Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/homegardenai.md) - [Virtual Gardener Companion Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantin-app.md) - [Garden Management Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veggie-stats.md) - [AI-Powered Plant Care Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gardyn-studio-2.md) - [Automated Indoor Gardens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-evergrow.md) - [Indoor Houseplant Care Technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/houseplant-care-technology.md) - [AI-Powered Autonomous Planters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gardyn.md) - [Architecture-Inspired Indoor Gardens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegetment-vegetable-cultivator.md) - [Dementia Support Smart Planters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plant-smart-planter.md)