About the tool
Namma Thota is a smart tool to help urban gardeners develop viable garden spaces. It tells you if a plant is native to India, its invasive status, plant features, pests, pollinators and much more. It also offers useful tips like ideal locations, light and water needs and plant maintenance. High-quality images will help you visualise and select plants for creating green spaces in Bengaluru.
Why this tool?
Bengaluru’s green spaces are fast shrinking, making sustainable plant choices more crucial than ever. Yet, we lack a simple, science-backed tool that can suggest appropriate plants based not only on climate and nativity but also on one’s lifestyle. Whether you're a frequent traveller needing low-maintenance greenery, a landscape designer or a professional seeking biodiversity-rich plants, Namma Thota can empower you to effortlessly create a thriving, eco-friendly garden.
Keeping it real with our plant suggestions
Our plant suggestions are rooted in solid ecological research and expert curation. To promote sustainable urban gardens, we recommend ecologically appropriate native species as alternatives to commercial nursery plants.Namma Thota is your own personal garden planner, which utilises state-of-the-art data about Bengaluru’s ecology, climate and groundwater availability. It matches these factors with your lifestyle and personal preferences, enabling you to design your first sustainable garden or transform your existing one.
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Get in Touch
Srirampura, Jakkur, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560064
Website: www.atree.org
Privacy Policy
This app does not collect, store, or share any personal data. It is designed solely to provide gardening information and support decision-making. There is no login or account required. Anyone can access and use the app directly from their browser.