# Kitchen Vegetable Gardens The Tregren T-Series Lets Consumers Grow Fresh Vegetables at Home By Joey Haar | Published 2017-04-14 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tregren-tseries References: [digitaltrends](http://www.digitaltrends.com/home/tregen-t-series-on-kickstarter/?utm_source=feedly&utm_medium=webfeeds#/3) & [tregren](http://tregren.com/products/t-series/) The farm to table movement recognizes the importance of eating locally, both for sustainability and for freshness, but the Tegren T-Series takes farm to table to the next level: table to table. The device, which is designed in Finland, lets even inexperienced gardeners grow [fresh and delicious vegetables and herbs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auk-mini) directly in their homes, even on their [kitchen counter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lettuce-grow) if one is so inclined. What separates the Tregren T-Series for other [home hydroponics systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aerospring-pinch-hydroponic-system) is that it has internet connectivity. Through a software program that users can access through their Android or iOS device, consumers can set the planter to recognize what type of plants it's incubating, and the T-Series will automatically adjust the conditions in its soil, lighting, and watering to suit those specific plants best. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 89% | Activity: 80% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Home Hydroponics:** The Tregren T-Series enables even novice green thumbs to grow tasty produce at home using hydroponic technology, and its IoT capabilities can provide added convenience and precision. - **Smart Indoor Gardening:** The Tregren T-Series demonstrates a growing demand for indoor solutions that offer automation, customization, and connectivity in urban environments. - **Local and Sustainable Produce:** The Tregren T-Series taps into a consumer desire for fresher, healthier, and eco-friendly food options, and offers opportunities for food entrepreneurs to cater to this niche market. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Agtech:** The Tregren T-Series shows the potential of integrating technology with traditional agriculture practices to increase crop yields, reduce resource consumption, and improve food security. - **Home Appliances:** The Tregren T-Series highlights the emerging trend of smart and sustainable appliances that enable consumers to have more control over their homes while contributing to a greener future. - **Food Retail:** The Tregren T-Series presents an opportunity for food retailers to offer unique and fresh produce options, differentiate themselves from competitors, and appeal to health-conscious and eco-friendly consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Automated Indoor Gardens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-evergrow.md) - [Compact Countertop Hydroponic Planters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hydroponic-indoor-garden.md) - [Self-Sustaining Indoor Gardens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/automated-hydroponic-indoor-garden.md) - [Soil-Free Garden Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garden-system.md) - [AI-Powered Plant Care Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gardyn-studio-2.md) - [Indoor Hydroponic Smart Gardens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rise-gardens-indoor-device.md) - [App Controlled Indoor Gardens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hydroponic-farm.md) - [Modern Indoor Farm Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/indoor-farm-stand.md) - [Architecture-Inspired Indoor Gardens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegetment-vegetable-cultivator.md)