Kwantlen Polytechnic University, located in Beautiful British Columbia, goes global with this interactive Plant Database App that takes plant and pest identification to a whole new level!

There are over 1500 plant entries and 20,000 images with close-up details of the leaves, flowers, fruits, or cones. Users of this app can specify criteria that will narrow the search results and then compare images to identify the plant. The plant gallery image sets are taken from the full web version of the KPU Plant Database, and the app has been optimized with key search criteria and mapping capabilities to enable users to identify plants in the field more quickly. Once a plant is identified, users of this Pro version have the option to add their own plant location or pest image with a searchable description.

Applications for this Pro version:
• identifying plants in the field using key search criteria and images
• finding plants that fits a plant family, specific name, search criteria, or description
• choosing plants based on features such as flower time and colour for garden redesign
• uploading images to record and remember where and when the plant was found
• mapping plants in botanical gardens, university campuses, or city parks
• tracking nursery stock or directing customers or park visitors where to find plants
• monitoring the inventory or health of street trees or possible hazard trees
• recording the occurrence of noxious or invasive plants and sharing the information
• identifying plant pests and diseases by signs, symptoms, or description
• researching the spread of pests such as gypsy moth, European chafer, or sudden oak death
• searching plant and pest category combinations on the internet without the need to type
• compiling plant or insect images for a digital herbarium or bug collection
• emailing the image contributor directly with comments
• keeping track of specimens for further sample, data, or image collecting
• projecting screenshots of images for teaching or employee training purposes
• reviewing plant images or locating specimens stored as favorites in preparation for tests

Descriptions added when uploading images may include abbreviated information about the location, the institution, key ID features, pest signs or symptoms, plant health rating, pest infestation level, pest control measures, study or class project number, site name, etc.

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Plant Finder with full details of over 13,300 UK plants. Find plants featured on TV shows, and find who sells a plant locally. Search for plants to suit any criteria or planting location. Keep a list of Favourite plants and those in your garden. The app is the plant expert in your pocket.

"Invaluable at the nursery or garden centre; when I see a plant that I like I can look at whether it will suit my garden BEFORE I buy it!!!" Mrs Davids

"I have been using and recommending the Joy of Plants app to my students as I really think it is an excellent app with extensive information and works so well on my iPad to share information..." Tracy Clements, Lecturer in Horticulture, Bridgwater College

"We’re the biggest Garden Centre in the South of England and we’re delighted to be listed as a ‘Seller’ in the Joy of Plants app. We think the quality of their plant data and the user-friendliness of their design is second to none. It's the best Plant Finder out there!" Michael Ainley, Longacres Garden Centre, Surrey

"As a garden designer, it is important to know my plants. I love the 'Joy of Plants' iPhone app - I can access all this plant information on the move, and have 'favourites' as well as keeping a list of plants in the 'my garden' section. I think that this app is an absolute must have for anyone who has an interest in plants, and for the cost of a sandwich, you really cannot go wrong." PaulHarrisDesign.com

"Having the Joy of Plants Plant Finder on my phone is brilliant. It’s really easy to use and has the same plant info as we have on our website which is great.” Andrea Burlingham, Hare Hatch Sheeplands Garden Centre, Berkshire

APP FEATURES:
* Search criteria include colours, sizes, light, soil or other planting conditions, "easy to care for", flowering season – find plants to meet any combination of these things, and more.
* Over 30 groups of plants to browse e.g. alpines, bedding, bulbs, climbers, fruit, herbs, houseplants, perennials, roses, shrubs, trees, winter stems.
* Plants on TV – view plants featured on the UK’s favourite TV gardening shows.
* Plant sellers – a new feature is under way to show nearby ‘Sellers’ who stock each plant when it is in season. We add new ‘Sellers’ throughout the year.
* My Garden – list plants in your garden and see when they bloom. Find new plants in the Plant Finder to add interest to specific seasons.
* Plant Finder – look up plants by searching for criteria, for botanical or common name, or browsing groups of plants. Add plants you like to your Favourites.
* Sync your Favourites and My Garden lists between your iPhone & iPad via iCloud.
* Share plants via Facebook, Twitter and Email.
* And many more features.

PLANT INFORMATION:
* Extensive details and photos for EVERY plant. Over 13,300 popular plants for the UK & Ireland.
* To keep the app size to a minimum, large photos for the Classic 500 plants are stored in the app, large photos for other plants are downloaded when you look at the plant. You can view text details for all plants without an internet connection.
* All the plant photos and texts for the app are created by a professional gardener with over 22 years of experience.

JOY OF PLANTS FOR SELLERS
* Joy of Plants supplies a website version of the Plant Finder to Garden Centres, and other gardening organisations, for their websites. See www.joyofplants.com for details.
* Contact us if you'd like to be listed in the app among the Sellers of plants - the Joy of Plants app can bring new customers to your door.

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* Joy of Plants Ltd is a member of the Horticultural Trades Association and Garden Centre Associations in the UK.

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