Who's
Tolu Salami
Tolu Salami
Tolu Salami is a multi award-winning entrepreneur. As a distinguished business professional, he has been making waves in the technology and indoor gardening sectors.
Background
Urban living often comes with challenges—limited space, busy schedules, and the frustration of houseplants that just won’t thrive. Tolu Salami, inspired by his passion for innovation and sustainability, founded LetPlant to tackle these problems head-on. With support from Henley Business School, his vision was clear: to empower urban dwellers to grow healthier plants while embracing sustainable care practices.
LetPlant uses predictive AI to transform how people care for their indoor greenery. By analyzing light, water, and environmental conditions, it reduces waste and ensures houseplants get exactly what they need to thrive. For urbanites, it’s more than an app—it’s a step toward sustainable living and reconnecting with nature, even in the heart of the city.
How it Started
LetPlant stands out because it was born from a real problem I faced struggling to keep houseplants alive. I wasn’t alone. As I dug deeper, I found thousands of urban dwellers just like me, frustrated by guesswork and houseplant losses. That’s when the idea hit me: what if caring for houseplants could be smarter, simpler, and more sustainable?
We didn’t want to build just another houseplant care app. LetPlant combines real-time data from smart sensors with AI to give tailored care recommendations for each plant. No more reminders based on general advice—this is personalised guidance, backed by data. And to make it engaging, we gamified sustainability with our Green Badge System, rewarding users for eco-friendly actions.
We’re not just helping people grow healthier indoor plants—we’re helping them grow a lifestyle. That’s what makes LetPlant different. It’s not just smart—it’s deeply human.
Meet SDESA: The world’s first voice‑first houseplant companion.
Speak. Listen. Grow.
LetPlant SDESA is the world’s first voice-first plant monitor, providing instant, data-driven care for houseplants. Ask a question and get a clear spoken answer based on live sensor data and plant‑specific guidance. LetPlant SDESA combines real‑time sensors (light, soil moisture, temperature, humidity, indoor air quality) with AI to diagnose issues, predict problems, and recommend simple actions you can take — all via natural voice. It learns each plant’s needs over time and integrates with the LetPlant app for history, analytics, and rewards.
Recognition
Tolu’s innovative work with LetPlant has garnered attention from notable publications like Entrepreneur, Techpoint, and Punch. His contributions to the field have earned him recognition as a thought leader in both technology and indoor gardening.
What people are Saying ;
I was struggling to keep my plants alive while working full-time until I discovered Tolu’s LetPlant app. The AI-powered recommendations are incredibly accurate, and the voice interface makes everything feel effortless. My plants have never looked better, and I’ve actually reduced my water waste by 30%. Tolu has truly solved a real problem for urban plant lovers like me.
Sarah Mitchell
Marcus Chen
As a product designer, I was initially skeptical about another plant app. But LetPlant’s voice-first approach is genuinely innovative. The SDESA feature transformed how I interact with my indoor garden—no more complicated UI, just natural conversation. It’s the most intuitive plant care solution I’ve used.
LetPlant has been a game-changer for my small apartment in central London. The sustainability metrics are eye-opening—I’ve learned exactly how much water and nutrients my plants actually need. The gamification makes plant care feel rewarding. Tolu has created something truly special here.