SOW - A Planting Companion

SOW - A Planting Companion

by Alabama Cooperative Extension System

53 ratings
48 reviews
Free

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • March 28, 2014
  • January 29, 2025

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This app helps home gardeners determine the best time to plant various crops based on their location. It provides detailed information for each crop, including harvest estimates, yield, spacing, and planting depth. The app covers specific growing zones and offers a way to request additional zone support.

Optimum planting time recommendations
Crop-specific planting information
Estimated days to harvest
Estimated yield per plant
Plant spacing and depth guidance
Suggested crop varieties
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What's New in SOW

5.2

January 29, 2025

Introduced an optional feature to anonymously track user state and county. Users can opt out at any time, and no personal information is collected or stored.

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User reviews

Blueberries?

I love this app and I want to add my blueberry bush but they’re not even an option for my zone even though they’re absolutely able to grow here. I wish there was more of a search function for things that may not be technically in my zone, I have some things indoors I would also like to track.

Never saves my info

Updating a previous review. They have not updated the revised for 2023 USDA zones. They have Shelby County as 8a! I looked at a detailed map, and I’m actually 9a now. This dramatically affects when and what I plant!

Unusable on Mac

Says it works on my Mini, but the UI follows neither Apple's iOS nor Mac guidelines and basic things like dates can't be selected on the mac.

Impossible to get past the setup screen!

Your major update is terrible

This app I have used for the last 2 years, I will delete this app because of this update. It is no longer user friendly.

Doesn’t work

App froze after just two days. When opened, would only show a blank white screen. Tried to see if there was an update possibly making it do this, but no updates were available. Deleted.

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FAQ

What does the SOW - A Planting Companion app do?

This app helps home gardeners identify the optimal time to plant various crops. By selecting your location, you can receive personalized planting recommendations and access detailed information for each crop.

What kind of information does the app provide for each crop?

For each crop, the app offers details such as estimated days to harvest, expected yield per plant, recommended spacing between plants, planting depth, suggested varieties, and any special growing notes.

Is this app free to use?

Yes, the application is available for free. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned, indicating a completely free user experience.

What growing zones does the app support?

The app currently provides crop and planting information for growing zones 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, and 9a. Users can contact Alabama Extension if they wish to see their state or zone included in future updates.

Who developed the planting information in this app?

The planting information is a collaboration between the Alabama Cooperative Extension System, the University of Kentucky, and North Carolina A&T State University Extension, ensuring reliable and expert-backed guidance.