Case study
Appleseed
Connect with your local community to trade seeds and starter plants, building a thriving network of hobby gardeners.
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The challenge
Gardeners had no easy way to see what seeds and starts were available nearby or coordinate trades without juggling group chats and spreadsheets.
The solution
A location-based web app with personal inventory, local discovery, direct messaging for trades, and a curated plant database — built for community gardeners.
Overview
What we built
Appleseed is a community-driven platform that enables gardeners to manage their seed inventory and trade seeds, seedlings, and starter plants with local community members.
For Gardeners
- Create and manage your personal seed and seedling inventory
- Discover available seeds and plants from local gardeners in your area
- Direct messaging system to negotiate trades and arrange pickups
For Admins
- Manage user-generated database of plant species and varieties
- Curate and maintain accurate plant zone data and growing information
- Moderate user content and manage reported items or users
Technical highlights
- Location-based search and filtering for local gardener discovery
- Real-time messaging system for trade negotiations
- Comprehensive plant database with zone and growing information
Impact
Appleseed helps local gardeners share resources, reduce waste, and build stronger community connections around growing food together.
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