Plant ID
Learn to name wildflowers, trees and grasses where they grow, with guides and apps.
Plant ID
- To start
- $15
- Each month
- Nothing
- Time
- 2 hours a week
- Sessions
- 30 minutes or more
- Where
- At home or out
- Who with
- On your own
Is it for you?
- It's all about living things.
- There's always more to learn.
- It keeps taking you somewhere new.
- There's no one to beat, ever.
You’ll like it if
- You want to have adventures
- You want to get really good at something
- You want to keep your brain sharp
Maybe not if
- You want to switch your brain off
- You want something fast and exciting
- You want it to be social
What it feels like
Plant IDAverage science & Curiosity hobbyCalm
Company
Physical effort
Creative freedom
Brainwork
Hands-on
Outdoors
Quick wins
$15Cheaper to start than 72% of hobbies
NothingAll of the cost is upfront
$15About $0.14 an hour at 2 hours a week
Before you buy
Borrow from a friend or buy second-hand first. Upgrade once you know you will keep going.
Your first session
Take a free plant ID app on a 30-minute walk and name ten wildflowers or trees, checking each in a field guide.
30 minutes or moreAt home or outVery easy to start
Questions
How much does plant ID cost to start?
About $15 if you rent or borrow where people usually do, and nothing each month after that.
How much time does plant ID take?
About 2 hours a week to enjoy it and get better, in sessions of 30 minutes or more.
Can I do plant ID at home?
Yes, or out if you prefer. Fits in a bag.
Is plant ID good for beginners?
Yes. It is very easy to start as a complete beginner. A good first session: Take a free plant ID app on a 30-minute walk and name ten wildflowers or trees, checking each in a field guide.
Do I need other people for plant ID?
No. It works fine on your own.