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The Parrot Flower Power assesses your plant's conditions (pictures)

The Parrot Flower Power measures the moisture, temperature, light exposure, and fertilizer levels of the soil near your plant. It collects and stores this data and sends it to your iOS device via Bluetooth.

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The Parrot Flower Power collects data on soil moisture, temperature, light, and fertilizer. It can send you that data via a Bluetooth Smart signal to your iOS device. Click through for more details on how this sensor can help you care for your plant.

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You can purchase the Flower Power in a variety of colors.

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The Flower Power is self contained. Place it in the soil by your plant and it'll start gathering data.

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It includes the required AAA battery.

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The light on top will blink while it connects with your iOS device.

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It will chart live data right away. Long term charts will populate after 24 hours.

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After 24 hours, you can see very specific data points from any Internet capable device.

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The moisture and fertilizer sensors are on the prongs. The temperature and light sensors are on the body.

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After 24 hours, you'll have recommendations for each category.

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You'll also have a To Do list helping you track your plant care.

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Parrot is also compatible with IFTTT, which can connect various smart devices.

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You can monitor multiple devices with the same app.

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