ArbNet Accreditation Starter Package

Meet ArbNet standards, and take the first step toward a professional, public-facing collection - completely for free!

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Plantsoon is proud to support gardens working toward ArbNet Accreditation.

ArbNet Level 1 Accreditation requires a minimum of 25 labeled species, varieties or cultivars of trees or woody plants to document your living collection. We're excited to announce our partnership with ArbNet to help you achieve this milestone.

The ArbNet Accreditation Starter Package includes:
  • • Expanded free limit of 25 flora entries (instead of our standard 20)
  • • Digital plant labels fully accepted by ArbNet for accreditation
  • • User-friendly platform for managing your plant collection
  • • Public-facing garden profile to showcase your collection
This free subscription is available to all gardens applying for or maintaining ArbNet accreditation.

Why choose Plantsoon for your ArbNet requirements?
Start for free and build a foundation that scales with your garden:
  • • Instant Educational Programs: QR codes transform walks into interactive learning experiences
  • • Automatic Collection Publication: Every garden receives a beautiful Visit website with plant map and collection information
  • • Simple Growth Path: Begin with 25 plants for Level I accreditation, then expand as you grow.

Enhance Your Collection: Premium Physical Plant Labels with Accessibility Built In.
In addition to digital labels, you can easily order beautiful physical plant labels from Plantsoon that seamlessly integrate with our digital platform. Our high-quality, fully anodized aluminum labels feature a unique tactile protrusion that helps visually impaired visitors locate and scan QR codes independently. The digital information behind each QR code can always be updated as your collection evolves, ensuring your physical investment remains current without replacement.





Ecological intelligence

Plantsoon gets you started for free and sets you up for success by adding a public dimension that supports higher-level accreditations.




How to get started?
Simply sign up via the 'Sign up' button — we’ll review your request and activate your free ArbNet Accreditation Starter Package to support your ArbNet Level I journey.

Looking to label more than 25 plants?
The ArbNet Accreditation Starter Package covers up to 25 plants. For larger collections, explore our subscription tiers to find the right fit for your labeling needs.

Questions?
Send us an email at hello@plantsoon.com. Our team is here to help.

ArbNet Accreditation Starter Package

For gardens applying for Level I Accreditation
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Completely Free
  • 1 dashboard user
  • Unlimited view users
  • 25 flora records
  • 1 zone and 1 collection
  • 5 images per flora, zone, or collection record
  • 1 language

  • Harmonized taxonomy including cultivars
  • GPS tagging
  • Showcase your green space
  • For mobile, tablet, and desktop

  • Seamless connectivity with Plantsoon smart plant signs
Join the ArbNet-Plantsoon community around the world in their goal of sharing and improving ecological knowledge
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