# Rhubarb: Garden AI SuperApp — Your garden's trusted voice

> AI-powered garden planner and tracker for growing food. (iPhone/iPad app by Rhubarb Labs Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rhubarb-garden-ai-superapp/id6474530874 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Rhubarb Labs Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1708348416)
- Category: Lifestyle, Social Networking
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 37 App Store ratings · 59 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.6 · 103 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2024-06-01
- Data updated: 2026-08-20
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rhubarb-garden-ai-superapp/id6474530874/reviews.md

## What is Rhubarb?

Rhubarb is an AI-powered vegetable garden planner and garden tracker built for people who actually grow food. Whether you're starting a raised bed, growing herbs on a balcony, or managing a full backyard vegetable garden, Rhubarb helps you plan, plant, grow, and harvest with confidence.

Ruby, your AI gardening assistant, knows your garden. Not gardens in general. Yours. Your soil, your hardiness zone, your frost dates, your planting calendar, your growing history. She learns from what you share and gives you personalized plant care no other gardening app can match.

Most apps are free because you're the product. We're not. Rhubarb doesn't sell ads or your data.
Can't afford it? We'll make it work for you.
Thoughts, rants, bugs, love notes, or brilliant ideas at 2am? 
hello@rhubarblabs.com

WHAT MAKES RHUBARB DIFFERENT:

• VOICE-POWERED GARDEN JOURNAL
Talk to your garden. Voice notes automatically save as text in your garden timeline. Ruby uses your voice, activities, photos, and local weather data to deliver the most personalized gardening guidance available. Anywhere.

• AI THAT SEES INSIDE YOUR GARDEN
Ruby doesn't guess. She reads your garden tracker history, watches your real-time weather, and gives plant care advice based on what's actually happening in your growing zone. Not what a search engine thinks might be relevant.

• SMART PLANT IDENTIFIER AND DIAGNOSTICS
Scan any plant with our AI plant scanner. Get instant plant identification plus companion planting suggestions, harvest timelines, pest identification, disease diagnosis, and replanting guidance. All specific to your location, soil, and season.

• INVITE A GARDEN COACH INTO YOUR GARDEN
Subscribe to your favorite gardening professional. They see your garden, your progress, your challenges. Real garden coaching, not generic content. No other gardening app lets you do this.

• PROACTIVE WEEKLY PLANTING CALENDAR
Ruby tells you what to plant, water, and protect this week based on your actual garden activity, local frost dates, and plant health. Personalized watering schedule and care reminders included. Even in winter.

• PEST AND DISEASE ALERTS
Get warnings for common threats like aphids, powdery mildew, or frost based on your region and what you're growing. Timely pest identification and organic gardening solutions to protect your food garden.

• SHARED GARDENS AND GARDENING COMMUNITY
Grow with family, friends, or experts. Collaborate on planting, share your garden tracker, and connect with growers near you. Find local garden centers, coaches, and sustainable businesses that know your soil and your seasons.

• ALWAYS LEARNING
Ruby gets smarter the more she learns about you, your vegetable garden, and your growing zone. Every season, every harvest, every conversation makes her better.
Context is everything. And context only exists when you can see inside the garden.

However you grow, on a balcony, in a backyard, in a raised bed, in a container, on your own or with friends, Rhubarb is the garden planner that grows with you. Download now.

## Key features

- AI-powered garden planning
- Voice-powered garden journal
- AI plant identification and diagnostics
- Personalized plant care advice
- Proactive weekly planting calendar
- Pest and disease alerts
- Shared gardens and community

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Yearly Supporter - best value | $19.99 | per year |
| Monthly Supporter | $4.99 | per month |
| Yearly-Coaching | $99.99 | per year |
| Monthly-Coaching | $19.99 | per month |
| Pro+ Monthly | $19.99 | per month |
| Pro+ Yearly | $179.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lifetime Supporter | $89.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Rhubarb?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 👍 Great for beginners
- 💡 AI assistant (Ruby) helpful
- 🤝 Strong community support
- 🌍 Global and local connections
- 🌱 Tailored advice for location
- ✅ Simple and effective
- 🚀 Streamlined gardening process
- ✨ Rewarding and fun experience
- 👍 Makes gardening manageable
- 💯 Game-changer for new gardeners
- 🌟 Wholesome and helpful alternative
- 👍 Compelling platform
- 🏆 Best app for new gardeners
- 💡 AI works and knows garden/location
- 🤝 Connect with local growers
- 💡 AI component is fantastic
- 💚 Saved my garden
- 👍 Helped me be the gardener I wanted to be

**Cons**

- 🐛 Onboarding issues/freezing
- 👎 Misleading free lifetime offer
- 😠 Forced to share location
- 😠 Intrusive design/notifications
- 😠 Privacy concerns/data collection
- ⏳ Long and demanding onboarding
- 💸 Steep price
- 🚫 Cannot create account with email
- ⚠️ Requires photo upload for profile
- 🚫 No privacy settings for profile
- ❌ App doesn't load/progress
- 😵 Overwhelming information for some
- 😠 Requires sign-up
- 📱 Not efficient for iPad Pro landscape
- 🗣️ Forced community aspect
- ❌ Clickbait subscription offer
- 👎 Terrible user experience
- 👎 Misrepresents data collection

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Account creation fails
- Error message disappears too quickly
- Onboarding freezes or spins endlessly
- Offer expired due to onboarding glitch
- Cannot get past interests selection screen
- App crashes during onboarding
- Lifetime subscription not honored
- App doesn't load main page
- Stuck after selecting interests/hashtags
- Cannot log in after choosing topics
- Endless loading graphic after choosing interests
- App frozen at intro screen due to location settings

**Most requested features**

- Allow email sign-up
- Option to input zip code instead of mandatory location sharing
- More privacy settings
- Improve iPad Pro landscape optimization
- Allow skipping profile picture upload

## Recent user reviews (10 of 59)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rhubarb-garden-ai-superapp/id6474530874/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Won’t let me create an account

*2025-06-30, version 2.1.7*

I just updated this app and opened it.  I tried to create an account and it won’t let me.  I get a large error message on top of screen that goes away before I can read or copy it.  Please help me because I can’t even get in to go to the support page.

### 5/5 — Superior customer service and a great community!

*2025-05-15, version 2.1.4*

Onboarding from an offer went askew because of a glitch, but a polite request to the developer (to ask if the offer would go out again) resulted in them making it right from the get go.  The community is wonderful, and the app is super-useful.  I’m looking forward to exploring it more, but honestly, the best part is connecting with other gardening enthusiasts from all over the world, sharing knowledge!

### 5/5 — Initial onboard issues but GREAT support!

*2025-04-29, version 2.1.2*

I saw this app come up on AppAdvice as a limited lifetime free option and I was extremely excited as I've wanted to grow my own backyard garden for sometme, but my last attempt yielded zero sprouts (quite dissaappointing indeed). Now I would have support advice to help manage my garden and help track my plot! I have grapes growing in my front yard, oranges and Meyer Lemons in the backyad; a banana plant on the side, and other grafted trees on my property which helps me feel connected to my land and the Earth in general. It has been very rewarding over the years and the lemons are sold locally and seem well-liked. Now I have the tools to take this to the next level and grow with the support that I didn't have before and couldn't do alone thanks to this app! I appreciate the resolution of some onboarding issues and it's moved me to write my second review ever on the Apple App Store. Very much appreciated guys! I'm off to launch my Good Pickens location with gusto!

*** 1/4/25:  Revised back up to 5 stars from 4 as they really went out of their way to make this a great experience and supported it whole heartedly.

### 5/5 — Super helpful for beginners!

*2025-04-27, version 2.1.2*

Last year was my first year using the app and first year that I was successfully able to grow vegetables! The knowledge base is great and the input from experts and Ruby is so helpful! Excited to be using it again this growing season.

### 5/5 — Excellent app support

*2025-04-27, version 2.1.2*

I was having a problem with signing up for the lifetime version of this app and reached out to the developer for assistance. They were very supportive and quick to answer. Ultimately solving my issue with little effort from me. Great app!!

### 5/5 — Great Support Turned a Frustrating Start Around

*2025-04-25, version 2.1.2*

Signing up was initially frustrating—I couldn’t get past the interests selection screen. But I reached out to support and got a prompt, thoughtful response from Whitney, one of the founders. She kept me updated throughout, resolved the issue, and even ensured my Lifetime Subscription was honored. 🎉 Great customer service turned a rocky start into a positive experience. Looking forward to seeing how the app evolves!

### 4/5 — Initial onboard issues but GREAT support!

*2025-04-25*

I saw this app come up on AppAdvice as a limited lifetime free option and I was extremely excited as I've wanted to grow my own backyard garden for sometme, but my last attempt yielded zero sprouts (quite dissaappointing indeed).  Now I would have support advice to help manage my garden and help track my plot!

I have grapes growing in my front yard, oranges and Meyer Lemons in the backyad; a banana plant on the side, and other grafted trees on my property which helps me feel connected to my land and the Earth in general. It has been very rewarding over the years and the lemons are sold locally and seem well-liked. 

Now I have the tools to take this to the next level and grow with the  support that I didn't have before and couldn't do alone thanks to this app!

I appreciate the resolution of some onboarding issues and it's moved me to write my second review ever on the Apple App Store.  Very much appreciated guys! I'm off to launch my Good Pickens location with gusto!

**Developer response:** Thank you for reaching out so we were able to help, we wanted everyone to have the chance to access the promotion on Earth Day. We look forward to watching your Good Pickens grow and being a great tool to ensure your success! Cheers, Whitney

### 1/5 — Click bait subscription offer

*2025-04-24, version 2.1.2*

Onboarding process froze right at the start. Tried multiple times during the day. The day after, onboarding process worked fine, but the offer had expired. 
Also, the onboarding is very time consuming and demanding. You must add photos and fill in fields in the order prescribed or you get stuck. 
This is a good idea, but execution and marketing needs improvement. Everyone hates false promotions. 
Finally, the price is too steep. 
Uninstalling.

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work

*2025-04-23, version 2.1.2*

It might be a good app, but it gets stuck when choosing my 3, it just spins forever

### 1/5 — Intrusive and poor design

*2025-04-23, version 2.1.2*

Not sure who designed this app, but they certainly did not have the user in mind. Harassing the user about notification settings every time I open the app and not allowing me to even look at my profile unless I upload a picture is just thoughtless design. Maybe someday this would be a worthy app but today I would recommend bypassing it.

## Frequently asked questions about Rhubarb

### What does Rhubarb do?

Rhubarb is an AI-powered app designed to help you plan, plant, grow, and harvest your vegetable garden. It provides personalized guidance based on your garden's specific conditions, local weather, and your growing history, acting as a knowledgeable assistant.

### What are the key features of Rhubarb?

Key features include a voice-powered garden journal, AI plant identification and diagnostics, personalized plant care advice, a proactive weekly planting calendar, pest and disease alerts, and the ability to share gardens with others.

### How much does Rhubarb cost?

Rhubarb operates on a freemium model. While some features may be available for free, the description suggests a subscription model for advanced features like inviting a garden coach and personalized coaching. The app states it does not sell ads or user data.

### What kind of devices is Rhubarb compatible with?

The provided description does not specify exact compatibility details. However, as a mobile application, it is generally expected to be available on both iOS and Android smartphones and tablets.

### Who is Rhubarb designed for?

Rhubarb is designed for anyone who grows food, whether they are starting a small raised bed, growing herbs on a balcony, or managing a full backyard vegetable garden. It caters to both novice and experienced gardeners looking for personalized support.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.2.4 — 2026-03-05

Gardening doesn't need general intelligence. It needs specialized, garden-native wisdom. While every other AI company races to do everything for everyone, we went deeper into one thing: helping you actually grow food. Your tomatoes traveled 1,500 miles to reach you. Or they walked 30 feet from your backyard. That's the difference. Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 2.2.3 — 2025-11-28

- Speak to your garden –> voice notes automatically save as text in your garden timeline.
- Rhubarb now uses your voice notes, activities, images, and weather data to deliver the most personalized gardening guidance available
- Subscribe to your favorite professional, invite them into your garden, and get custom coaching
- Ruby keeps getting more intelligent and more informative, 
- Proactive weekly garden advice based on your activities (even in the winter ;)

### 2.2.2 — 2025-10-17

We’ve made several improvements to enhance your experience!
New Features:
• Expandable Weekly Reports for easier viewing of your garden’s weekly data.
Fixes & Improvements:
• Streaming in TTS (Text-to-Speech): Enjoy smoother, faster, and more natural voice streaming.
• Fixed app link redirection issues for better navigation.
• Updated date display in Ruby Insights.
• Corrected “Reset Water Later” status in garden listing.
• Implemented pagination for group members to improve loading performance.

### 2.2.1 — 2025-10-08

We’ve made several improvements to enhance your experience!
New Features:
• Expandable Weekly Reports for easier viewing of your garden’s weekly data.
Fixes & Improvements:
• Streaming in TTS (Text-to-Speech): Enjoy smoother, faster, and more natural voice streaming.
• Fixed app link redirection issues for better navigation.
• Updated date display in Ruby Insights.
• Corrected “Reset Water Later” status in garden listing.
• Implemented pagination for group members to improve loading performance.

### 2.2.0 — 2025-08-22

Introducing: Dirty Talk by Rhubarb
Human coaching—right in the dirt.

Dirty Talk brings the expert (you) into a gardener’s space for true 1:1 coaching—weekly touchpoints, real-time Q&A, photo feedback, and clear next steps. Gardeners get a mentor who knows their zone and goals; pros and creators build meaningful relationships and recurring revenue.

For Gardeners:
• Personal, local, in-season guidance inside Rhubarb
• Fast answers, smarter plans, better harvests
• A real coach invested in your success

For Pros, Retailers & Content Creators:
• Monetize 1:1 subscriptions with real impact
• Deepen trust and loyalty with hands-on support
• Turn followers into long-term clients who grow with you

===========================

Introducing: Pro+ by Rhubarb
Your brand. Your knowledge. Your voice—powered by AI.

Pro+ turns what makes your business unique—product catalog, seasonal services, regional know-how, and proprietary content—into a custom AI that thinks, speaks, and recommends like you. This isn’t generic advice; it’s your philosophy and tone, always available when gardeners need it most.

When a grower taps “Ask [Your Brand]”, your AI responds inside their actual garden—contextualized to their plants, actions, and local conditions—delivering expert answers, spot-on product suggestions, and precise next steps.
For the first time, you can see what customers are growing and doing—giving you unmatched insight and a direct line back to your business. This is not a CRM. This is cultivation intelligence—rooted in relationship, not transactions.

Why pros love Pro+:
• Always-on answers in your tone and philosophy
• Garden-aware guidance (plants, timing, conditions)
• In-the-moment suggestions for your products & services
• Deeper insight into real customer behavior and needs

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