Free planner
Sill and Sprout: the small-space growing planner
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PRINTABLE DRAFT — 3 A4 pages. Print at a readable scale; layout/PDF still to be produced. This is a planning worksheet, not plant-specific advice or evidence of product testing.
Page 1 — Measure before buying
Location: ________________________ Date/season: ________________________
Usable width: ______ cm Supported depth: ______ cm Height clearance: ______ cm
Window handle/opening clearance: ________________________________________
Curtains/blinds/vents to keep clear: _______________________________________
Surface protection and cleaning access: ___________________________________
Can I lift out each pot to drain it? _______________________________________
My goal in one sentence: _________________________________________________
Plant-specific light, temperature and other requirements to verify: __________
Sketch the arrangement below. Include the widest part of each pot/saucer and leave access room. Paper footprints are a planning aid, not proof of structural safety.
Before buying, check: stable supported footprint; no obstructed ventilation/escape access; suitable species; safe location for children/pets; correct drainage; no water near electrical connections. Follow product instructions. Do not improvise a heavy shelf or overhanging reservoir.
Page 2 — Observe the light, not just the compass
Approximate direction: __________ Nearby building/tree shade: __________
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Repeat in another season. A phone photo is not a calibrated light measurement. Choose plants for their needs; do not assume “low light” means no light.
The decision I can now make: _____________________________________________
What still needs checking: _______________________________________________
Page 3 — Care observations and equipment record
This log reminds you to CHECK, not to water automatically. Moisture and care needs vary by plant, growing medium, season and system. Follow plant-specific guidance and manufacturer instructions.
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| Date | Plant/system | What I observed | Action, if needed | Follow-up |
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| Equipment | Verified dimensions | Compatible refills/parts | Manual location | Cleaning needs |
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Optional purchase later: ____________________ Problem it would solve: _______
RHS reference: https://www.rhs.org.uk/plants/types/houseplants/growing-guide (external link)
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