The Allotment Crop Planner (Python Challenge)

In this challenge, we will work with a JSON dataset containing detailed information about crops that can be grown in an allotment. The dataset includes, soil types, watering needs, and more.

Your task is to write a Python program that helps an allotment gardener by answering specific questions about what they can grow and when.

Learning Objectives

By completing this challenge you will improve your python skills and learn to:

• Load a JSON dataset using the json module.
• Use loops on lists and dictionaries data structures to filter crops based on user input.
• Convert user input (month, soil type, etc.) to a standard format to avoid case-sensitivity issues.

The JSON Dataset

Here is a sample of the dataset that your program will use:

{
  "allotment_crops": [
    {
      "name": "Carrot",
      "type": "Vegetable",
      "planting_season": ["March", "April", "May", "June", "July"],
      "harvest_season": ["June", "July", "August", "September", "October"],
      "soil_type": "Light, sandy, well-drained",
      "sunlight": "Full sun",
      "watering_needs": "Moderate",
      "container_friendly": true
    },
    {
      "name": "Tomato",
      "type": "Fruit",
      "planting_season": ["March", "April", "May"],
      "harvest_season": ["July", "August", "September"],
      "soil_type": "Rich, well-drained",
      "sunlight": "Full sun",
      "watering_needs": "Regular",
      "container_friendly": true
    }
  ]
}

(The full dataset is provided in a separate json file in the Python IDE below.)

Python Challenges

To complete this project, you will need to complete all 5 challenges listed in the tabs below:

Enter the current month: April
Crops you can plant in April:
- Carrot
- Tomato

Container-friendly crops:
- Carrot
- Tomato

Enter your soil type: Sandy
Enter your sunlight condition (Full sun/Partial shade): Full sun

Crops suitable for your garden:
- Carrot

Enter a crop name: Carrot

Carrot (Vegetable)
- Planting season: March - July
- Harvest season: June - October
- Soil type: Light, sandy, well-drained
-- Watering needs: Moderate
- Container-friendly: Yes

Python Code

Here is the full python code for this first challenge. Your task will be to re-use similar code to complete the remaining challenges described in the 5 tabs above.

Solution...

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