Plant Care Tips & Guides
Expert advice on keeping your indoor and outdoor plants thriving, plus the latest updates from the PlantSense team.
April 19, 2026
5-Minute Setup: From Unbox to First Reading
We timed ourselves. From opening the box to seeing live soil moisture in the app, PlantSense takes about five minutes — and most of that is walking to the plant.
April 12, 2026
PlantSense Waitlist Is Open — Here's What's Coming
After months of hardware revisions, firmware tuning, and app polish, PlantSense is close to shipping. Here's the roadmap and what waitlist members get.
March 28, 2026
Lux, PAR, and Foot-Candles: A Plain-English Guide to Plant Light
Every light unit measures something slightly different. Here's what they mean for plants — and why the one your phone measures isn't the one your plant cares about.
March 15, 2026
Why Your Indoor Plants Keep Dying (And How to Fix It)
The 5 most common mistakes killing your houseplants — and how smart monitoring can help you fix them.
March 2, 2026
Fiddle Leaf Fig Care: A Data-Driven Guide for Anxious Owners
Fiddle leaf figs have a reputation for being dramatic. Most of that drama is a communication problem. Here's what the sensors actually say.
February 22, 2026
The Science of Soil Moisture: Why the Finger Test Lies
Soil moisture isn't just 'wet or dry.' Here's what's actually going on below the surface — and why a sensor tells a different story than your fingertip.
February 8, 2026
5 Early Signs of Plant Stress (That Appear Before the Leaves Show It)
By the time a leaf turns yellow, your plant has been struggling for days. Here's what to watch for — and how to catch it earlier.
Never Guess About Watering Again
PlantSense monitors your plants 24/7 so you can focus on enjoying them.