HortusFox
Self-HostedSelf-hosted plant care and management tool
Overview
HortusFox is a self-hosted plant management tool for enthusiasts to track their greenery. It lets users create detailed plant profiles (species, light/water needs, soil preferences), set customizable care reminders (watering, fertilizing, pruning), and upload images for visual organization. Deployable via Docker (simplified setup) or manual installation on LAMP stacks, it ensures all data stays local for privacy. Ideal for managing indoor/outdoor collections without relying on cloud-based services.
Self-Hosting Resources
Below is a reference structure for docker-compose.yml.
⚠️ Do NOT run blindly. Replace placeholders with official values.
version: '3'
services:
hortus_fox:
image: <OFFICIAL_IMAGE_NAME>:latest
container_name: hortus-fox
ports:
- "8080:<APP_INTERNAL_PORT>"
volumes:
- ./data:/app/data
restart: unless-stopped Key Features
- Track detailed plant profiles (species, care requirements)
- Set automated care reminders for watering/fertilizing
- Upload and organize plant images privately
Frequently Asked Questions
? Is HortusFox hard to install?
HortusFox supports Docker deployment, which is straightforward for most users. Manual installation needs a LAMP stack (PHP 7.4+, MySQL, Apache) and basic config skills—documentation helps guide through both methods.
? Is it a good alternative to Planta?
Absolutely! It offers core care tracking and reminders like Planta but is self-hosted (data privacy) and free. It lacks Planta’s native mobile app but works well on mobile browsers with responsive design.
? Is it completely free?
Yes—HortusFox is open-source under the MIT License. All features are free, no paid upgrades or hidden costs; you just need to host it on your own server or device.
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Tool Info
Pros
- ⊕ Privacy-focused (local data storage)
- ⊕ No subscription fees (100% free)
Cons
- ⊖ Requires basic server knowledge for setup
- ⊖ No native mobile app (web-only interface)