SMART GARDENING IN THE UNITED STATES AND GLOBAL MARKETS: ADOPTION DRIVERS, TECHNOLOGY TRENDS, AND FUTURE GROWTH
Abstract
Smart gardening is an emerging sector that combines hydroponics, Internet‑of‑Things (IoT) sensors, automation and artificial intelligence to enable consumers to grow herbs and vegetables indoors or manage outdoor plants with minimal effort. This paper uses secondary research to compare the United States (U.S.) market with the global smart gardening landscape. Market reports and academic studies published between 2023 and 2025 provide the evidence base. The U.S. is treated as the base market due to its early adoption of smart home technologies and large consumer base, while regional differences and growth drivers across Europe, Asia‑Pacific and other regions are assessed. The study identifies market size trends, key technologies, sustainability benefits, consumer adoption patterns, and major challenges. It integrates theoretical perspectives from technology adoption models and draws on case studies such as the rise and temporary closure of AeroGarden and IoT‑based models for high‑rise buildings. The paper concludes with recommendations for businesses and policymakers to foster sustainable growth and user‑centric innovation in smart gardening.
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