Beta Live: Garden Sketchbook is now in open beta. You may encounter a few bugs as we continue to refine the experience.

Printing & Exporting

Create professional garden plans and plant lists that you can print, share, or take to the nursery. Export your designs in multiple formats for easy reference and implementation.

Overview

Export professional, to-scale garden plans with plant lists for implementation, sharing, or nursery shopping. Each export includes a scaled drawing with numbered plants and a comprehensive plant list.

📸 Screenshot: Sample exported garden plan PDF

How to Export

  1. Complete your garden design in the 2D view
  2. Click "Export" in the 2D view toolbar
  3. Choose paper size (A4 or Letter) and hide or show the grid
  4. Click "Export Garden Plan"
  5. Your printable plan opens in a new tab
  6. Click "Print" or "Save as PDF" button to print or download

📸 Screenshot: Export dialog with options

What's Included

Your export contains a scaled garden plan showing plant locations with reference numbers, plus a detailed plant list with:

  • Plant names (common and scientific)
  • Quantities needed

📸 Screenshot: Exported plan with plant list

Using Your Export

For Plant Shopping

Take the plant list to your nursery. The provided plant counts let you know exactly how many you need.

For Implementation

Use the numbered plan to place plants accurately. The alignment grid shows 1 foot (30.5cm) increments for proper spacing.

For Sharing

Share with contractors, family, or use for permit applications. Export without grid for cleaner presentations.

Tips

  • Double-check plant placement before exporting
  • Include grid for implementation, exclude for presentations
  • Export regularly as backup (app is in beta)

Common Issues

PDF won't download: Check popup blockers and browser settings

Plan too small: The exporter is configured to zoom the plan view so that all plants are visible. If this is creating readability issues for larger plans, please let us know! The export feature is under development and we would like your feedback.

Next Steps

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