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I invested in a smart indoor garden you don't have to - how my harvesting is going so far

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Gardyn recently announced the new Studio 2 smart garden.

It's a compact upright garden with a 16-plant capacity that lets you grow pesticide-free produce in only 1.4 square feet.

The Gardyn Studio 2 has a high-resolution ultrawide camera that uses Kelby, a proprietary AI assistant, to assess plant health.

I love the idea of a smart garden, but many aren't actually smart and only offer a relatively hands-free gardening experience. A truly smart garden can notify you of the stages your sprouts are in and alert you if you need to add water or when it's time to harvest.

However, the Gardyn Studio 2 also features an upgraded camera that provides Gardyn's AI assistant with insight into your plant's health, further elevating the experience.

Also: Are smart planters legit? I tested one at home for 45 days, and here's how it went

Gardyn launched Studio 2 for preorder today, a smart indoor garden that occupies only 1.4 square feet of real estate, allowing you to grow herbs, leafy greens, and vegetables indoors -- eliminating the need for a patio or outdoor space.

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