# Smart Cannabis-Growing Planters The Leaf is a Smartphone-Connected Home Growing Environment By David Ingram | Published 2015-09-28 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cannabis-growing References: [ohgizmo](http://www.ohgizmo.com/2015/09/23/overengineered-growbox-lets-your-grow-your-own-weed-at-home-with-very-little-know-how/) & [getleaf.co](http://www.getleaf.co/) Marijuana enthusiasts who want to grow their own, but don't have the know-how or experience, can do so without worry with this easy-to-use cannabis-growing system. The 'Leaf' is described as being the world's first ever "Plug N' Plant" cannabis growing system. The box-like environment is continuously monitored and will automatically adjust itself to create the [perfect light, ventilation, nutrients, pH levels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hydroponic-gardener) and soil conditions. The Leaf is also able to hold two plants at a time and will react to measurements to create an ideal environment for plants, but can also be manually adjusted depending on the user's growing preferences. The cannabis-growing system also [syncs with your smartphone device](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lykyn) and will provide up-to-date environmental data and growing conditions inside the box. The Leaf even comes with a built-in HD camera so you can watch a video feed of you plants from your phone. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.8/10 - Popularity: 96% | Activity: 100% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Smart Cannabis-growing Systems:** This trend highlights the increasing demand for technological advancements in the cannabis growing industry, such as automated monitoring and adjustment systems. - **Home-grown Marijuana:** The growing interest in home cultivation of marijuana is driving the development of user-friendly systems like the Leaf that cater to beginners. - **Connected Growing Environments:** The integration of smartphones and smart devices with cannabis-growing systems is a disruptive innovation opportunity that enhances user experience and control. ### Who This Affects Most - **Cannabis Growing:** The Leaf showcases a disruptive innovation opportunity in the cannabis growing industry by offering an easy-to-use, automated system for beginners. - **Home Gardening:** The trend of home-grown marijuana opens up opportunities for innovation in the home gardening industry, particularly in terms of specialized tools and systems. - **Smart Home Technology:** The integration of smart technology in the Leaf presents a disruptive innovation opportunity in the smart home industry, specifically in the realm of connected gardening devices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AI-Powered Planters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leafypod.md) - [Automated Indoor Garden Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-hydroponic-garden.md) - [App Controlled Indoor Gardens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hydroponic-farm.md) - [Climate-Controlled Planters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-flower-system.md) - [Growth-Accelerating Smart Gardens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/letpot-smart-garden.md) - [Automated Indoor Gardens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-evergrow.md) - [Updated Indoor Gardening Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/indoor-gardening-solutions.md) - [Plant Care Assistants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leaffy.md) - [Indoor Hydroponic Smart Gardens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rise-gardens-indoor-device.md)