Identify a plant, then actually remember its name. - Identify from up to three photos for a more confident match. - "Remember this" notes after each ID and quiz — a short fact worth repeating on your next walk. - New users now start camera-first, identifying a real plant right away. Plus fixes and polish for smoother quizzes and audio.

Two small things in 2.9: The plant photos you take with Identify now save to your camera roll — so the picture of that pasque flower you found this morning lives alongside the rest of your photos, not just inside BloomEDU. You can also share your wildflower collection as a small visual card. Look for "Share your collection" on the quiz summary or home screen once you've collected a few plants — it builds a 3×3 grid of the ones you know best, ready to post to Messages, Instagram, or wherever you'd like.

Plant identification is here. Snap a photo, pick the match that looks right, and the plant goes into your quiz queue — so the name sticks instead of vanishing after the hike. Free users get 3 identifications per day. Premium gets unlimited. Also in this release: the home screen now surfaces Identify a Plant as a primary action, and the Collection Grid shows a curated set of recognizable starter plants for your state.

- Seasonal wildflower carousel now shows blooms in your region - Plant of the Day: discover a new wildflower every time you open the app - Subscription restore and purchase flow improvements - Performance and stability fixes

Smarter notifications. BloomEDU now sends a gentle nudge if you haven't returned the day after signing up — a single reminder about the plants waiting in your review queue. Notification permission is requested after your first quiz, not on launch, so you have context before deciding.

Discover what's blooming near you. The home screen now features a seasonal wildflower carousel - swipe through spring flowers from your state, tap any plant to learn about it, and quiz yourself right from the plant detail page. New "Quiz me on this plant" button on every plant page makes it easy to test your knowledge on the spot. Under the hood: improved performance and stability.

Email links now open directly to the right screen in the app — tap a quiz link in your email and you're immediately in a quiz, no extra steps.

Your home screen now has a "Quiz Me" button that takes you straight into a quiz on the plants you've collected — no menus, one tap. If you're still building your collection, it guides you to browse or import plants instead.

- Plant descriptions now display with cleaner formatting - Podcast narration plays more reliably from start to finish - Plants added via Seek import now save correctly to your list - Email links open directly in the app on supported devices

New interactive onboarding — take a short wildflower quiz the first time you open the app. It picks plants from your area and walks you through five questions with photo hints and fun facts. Also new: - Streak reminders so you remember to come back - Free podcast samples on the home screen — listen before you subscribe - Guest progress carries over when you create an account

Performance and reliability improvements.

- Seek screenshot imports are now faster — image processing and plant identification happen in parallel instead of one at a time - Quizzes feel snappier, especially on longer sessions - Improved reliability when switching between offline and online - Fixed an issue where quiz answer verification could behave unexpectedly with smaller plant pools - General stability and performance improvements under the hood

- New welcome experience — Plant photographs guide you through the app on first launch - Refreshed copy throughout — Clearer, calmer text across every screen, email, and prompt - Haptic feedback — Tactile responses on quiz answers, saved observations, and downloads - About screen — Version info, credits, and data attributions in one place - Offline status badge — Know when you're offline before it surprises you - Improved narration quality — Podcast narrations sound more natural - Better accessibility — Enhanced hints and labels for VoiceOver and assistive technologies - Bug fixes and performance improvements

This is our biggest release yet. BloomEDU now gives you far more ways to learn. • Download plant packs for your state or region and learn without an internet connection. All plant data, quiz questions, and images are stored right on your device. • Create your own plant lists – for a trail, a class, or a personal goal. Add plants from search or Seek imports, then quiz yourself on any list. • Quiz by state, plant family, bloom season, or time of year. With 337,000+ questions across 46,000+ species, there's always something new to learn. • Start learning immediately – no mandatory downloads. Explore the full plant database online and download offline packs when you're ready. • A cleaner home screen that puts your plants, quizzes, and progress front and center. • Dramatically faster quiz loading, more reliable plant images, improved search with instant results, and a smoother experience throughout the app.

Quick bug fixes to improve your experience: • Fixed plant count display showing correct database size • Resolved button visibility issues on newer iPhones • Improved performance and reduced battery usage • Smoother podcast narration experience Thanks for helping us grow!

NATIONWIDE EXPANSION! Learn plants from across all 50 states! We've expanded from 3,000 to over 44,000 native wildflowers and plants covering every region of the USA. Redesigned Home Screen • Faster access to Seek screenshot import • Streamlined navigation • New "Getting Started" guide for beginners • Easier switching between browsing all plants and your personal list Discover the plants in your state today!

What's New in Version 1.5.0 Performance & Stability Improvements • Enhanced backend infrastructure for faster, more reliable performance • Improved audio streaming for premium podcast narrations • Optimized database architecture to support future expansion • Minor bug fixes and stability improvements We're laying the groundwork for exciting new features coming soon, including expanded plant coverage across the United States. Stay tuned! As always, thank you for being part of the BloomEDU community. Keep learning, keep exploring, and keep growing your botanical knowledge!

Try our podcast-style plant narrations before you subscribe! We've added a brand new way to experience BloomEDU. Now, non-premium users can sample our immersive podcast-style narrations featuring a rotating selection of Colorado's most fascinating plants. What's New: *Free Audio Samples - Listen to 5 curated plant narrations right from your home screen, completely free *Beautiful Plant Cards - Stunning images, scientific names, and play buttons that make exploring easy *Sample & Discover - Each narration gives you a taste of the deeper understanding and connection you'll get with Premium *Premium subscribers continue to enjoy unlimited podcast-style narrations for every plant, automatically available after each observation. Plus: *Improved audio loading messages show whether you're hearing a narration for the first or second time *Polished UI with perfectly aligned controls for a more professional look *Various performance improvements and bug fixes Perfect for beginners who want to explore the app before subscribing, and a great reminder for existing users about the premium narrations available for every plant in your collection. Start listening today and deepen your connection with Colorado's beautiful wildflowers!

We've made some under-the-hood improvements to make BloomEDU even better! This update includes bug fixes and enhancements to improve your learning experience. As always, thank you for using BloomEDU to explore and learn about wildflowers!

The Future of Wildflower Learning is Here! Introducing Premium Podcast Narrations – your new favorite way to learn! Every plant now has a beautifully narrated 5-7 minute audio story that makes learning feel effortless. Why you'll love it: *Gorgeous, natural human voice (not robotic) *Learn while hiking, driving, or relaxing *Covers ecology, uses, ID tips, and fascinating facts *Audio keeps playing with your screen locked Your new workflow: →Observe a wildflower with Seek →Add it to BloomEDU →Learn everything about it through audio while you're walking or on your way home. No more forgetting what you saw – the knowledge sticks because learning feels natural. Available for all 3,187+ species. Premium subscribers get unlimited access. Also new: Redesigned audio interface, improved reliability, and bug fixes.

Improved Audio Experience • Fixed audio playback for all users - no more delays or freezing • Smoother voice narration of plant descriptions • Better default voice selection for clear, natural sound Premium Voice Preview • Try our premium BloomTutor voice before subscribing • Hear the difference with high-quality AI narration • Upgrade seamlessly to unlock premium audio for all plants Enhanced Performance • Faster app startup and smoother navigation • Improved reliability across all features • Better offline functionality Bug Fixes & Improvements • Resolved audio initialization issues • Fixed voice selection and testing • Improved sync reliability • Enhanced error handling throughout the app

-Fixed crashes during screenshot import workflow (who's bug was that?) -Resolved plant list sorting bugs (A-Z, Newest, Oldest now work correctly) -Improved navigation flow and UI alignment in quiz options -General stability improvements

Fixed a small issue with the dismissal of an informational modal during Seek screenshot processing - saving users an annoying extra step.

-Premium narration is here! BloomTutor now read every plant description aloud with richer, more natural storytelling. -Seamless experience across the app—launch premium audio from plant pages, quizzes, and your observations. -Under‑the‑hood polish to keep playback fast, reliable, and ready for field adventures. Enjoy exploring with your new guided tour of wildflowers!

Achievements & streaks, seamless Seek import (screenshots → quizzes), offline text‑to‑speech, smarter spaced‑repetition review, a refreshed dashboard, faster performance, and fixes for some of Dave's poor copywriting in version 1.0.