Simple, Transparent Pricing

Hortus is free for gardeners. Two ways to access our data: JSON endpoints for developers, or an interactive research dashboard for analysts.

Plant Catalog API

For developers building apps. JSON endpoints you integrate into your code.

Free

$0/forever

Species reference data for personal projects.

500 API requests/month
Basic plant fields (name, category, bloom)
1 API key

Included with your account

Starter

$39/month CAD

Full catalog + live community stats.

10,000 API requests/month
All plant fields (wildlife, soil, habitat)
Community stats & top species
5 API keys

Pro

Custom

High-volume access, bulk endpoints, and dedicated support.

Custom request volume
All plant fields
Growth & adoption trends
Regional breakdown by municipality
Bulk data endpoints
Dedicated support

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Residential Biodiversity Data

For researchers and analysts. Interactive dashboard, visual analytics, and bulk CSV exports. No code required.

Live data from real backyards

Hortus gardeners log what they plant, where, and when. The result is a living residential biodiversity dataset — species, quantities, locations, and wildlife support — updated in real time.

Interactive heatmaps, trend charts, and wildlife analysis
Filter by region, species, or time period
Bulk CSV export — anonymized and research-ready
Early partners get free access in exchange for feedback

Get in Touch

All plans include access to the community map, plant tracking, and social features.

Questions? hello@joinhortus.ca

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