Terms of use

Acceptance of terms

By accessing or using Plantwise (the "site"), you agree to these Terms of Use. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please do not use the site. We may update these terms from time to time to reflect changes in the site, the law, or our practices. When we do, we will revise the "Last updated" date above. Continued use of the site after changes are posted means you accept the updated terms, so please review this page periodically.

About the site

Plantwise publishes practical, sourced plant care guidance for home gardeners. Content is written and reviewed by our editorial team and, where noted, by named contributors, and every guide lists the sources it relies on. The site also provides interactive tools such as a plant finder and a search function, which are provided as-is for your convenience.

Use of content

Plantwise content is provided for personal, non-commercial, informational use. You may quote brief excerpts (a sentence or two) with clear attribution and a link back to the original page. Republishing, repackaging, scraping, or reselling our content at scale — including by automated means, for training datasets, or in competing products — is not allowed without prior written permission. All text, layout, design, logos, and original images on the site are protected by applicable intellectual property laws.

Acceptable use

You agree not to use the site in ways that could damage, disable, overload, or impair the site, or interfere with other users' enjoyment of it. This includes attempting to gain unauthorized access to the site's systems, sending excessive automated requests, or distributing malware. We reserve the right to limit or block access to visitors who engage in abusive or automated misuse.

No professional advice

Plantwise does not provide veterinary, medical, or professional horticultural advice. Guidance is general information only; you are responsible for how you apply it and for the safety of people and animals in your care. Plant toxicity information is drawn from published references such as the ASPCA's database, but individual animals and situations differ. If a person or animal may have ingested plant material, contact a medical or veterinary professional promptly. If you need site-specific horticultural advice, consult a qualified horticulturist or your local cooperative extension service.

Accuracy and availability

We work to keep content accurate and current, but we do not warrant that all information is error-free, complete, or up to date. Sources are checked when a guide is written and may change after publication; the citation links on each page show when each source was consulted. We may change, update, or remove content, tools, or features at any time without notice. Please verify time-sensitive recommendations, such as fertilizer rates or hardiness zones, against the cited sources and current local conditions.

External links and affiliate disclosure

Links to third-party websites are provided for convenience and as citations. We are not responsible for the availability or content of external sites, and linking does not constitute endorsement. Some product guides contain affiliate links; if you purchase through one of those links, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. We only recommend products we have researched for the purpose described, and our recommendations are never influenced by affiliate status. See the affiliate disclosure for details.

Interactive tools

The plant finder and search tools help you narrow down plant options and locate guides. They are decision-support tools, not guarantees. Always verify a plant's suitability — including light, water, size, and safety for your household — against the full profile and the cited sources before purchasing or planting.

Limitation of liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Plantwise and its operators are not liable for any loss or damage arising from the use of this site or reliance on its content, including damage to plants, property, or injury to people or animals. This limitation applies whether the claim is based in contract, tort, or otherwise, and whether or not we were advised of the possibility of such damages. Nothing in these terms limits liability that cannot lawfully be limited.

Governing law

These terms are governed by the laws of the jurisdiction in which the site operator is established, without regard to conflict-of-law principles. If any provision of these terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain in full force and effect.

Changes to the site and these terms

We may change, suspend, or discontinue any part of the site at any time, and we may revise these terms as described above. The "Last updated" date reflects the most recent revision. Your continued use of the site constitutes acceptance of any revised terms.

Contact

Questions about these terms can be sent to hello@plantwise.top. See the disclaimer and privacy policy for related information, and the editorial process page for how content is produced and corrected.