

(I've actually had to cut back on the grow lights because things are growing too quickly.) Both the water pump and LED light rings operate on timers so there's almost no weekly maintenance required. Enter the LED ring lights, which made an enormous difference.

I had this going for a few weeks indoors and without lights and while some shoots did fine, many died. The Lettuce Grow Farmstand works by pumping water mixed with nutrients up from the base, so that it cascades down over seed pods that are stuffed into the walls. I've personally used this indoor/outdoor farmstand and can tell you it's well-designed and easy to operate. The Rise Garden can be placed behind a couch or against a wall to serve as a chic bookshelf or end table as well as a garden. What really separates Rise from others, in my view, is the sturdy heavy-gauge steel and solid wood design that makes it look very much like a modern piece of furniture.

Sprouted seedlings come in packs of four for $10. The Single smart garden houses up to 36 plants, and you can add levels to increase the shoot capacity for a steady supply of fresh herbs, greens, flowers and even tomatoes. The water levels, light settings and nutrient levels all have built-in sensors that report back information to keep things humming. It comes with a 5-gallon water tank and LED grow lights, all of which are controlled and monitored through an integrated mobile app. This self-watering garden is completely hydroponic, meaning there are no soil pods to handle. If you're looking for a stylish indoor garden that blends effortlessly into your living space, the Rise Single smart hydroponic garden is a good pick.
