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Award-winning technology. Real classroom impact. A healthier future for students.
We’re proud to share that Gardyn has been named a winner of the Tech & Learning Awards of Excellence: Best of 2025 in the Secondary Education category — an honor recognizing the most impactful educational technologies supporting teaching and learning today.
This award validates what educators and students experience every day: Gardyn isn’t just an indoor garden, it’s a hands-on learning ecosystem that brings science, sustainability, and nutrition to life.
What are the Tech & Learning Awards of Excellence?
Presented by Tech & Learning, the Awards of Excellence spotlight educational tools that go above and beyond in helping schools improve outcomes for teachers and students.
Winning products are selected by a panel of industry experts and recognized for:
- Meaningful classroom impact
- Innovation in learning and engagement
- Real-world application across subjects and grade levels
Gardyn stood out for its ability to transform classrooms into living labs — without adding complexity for educators.
📚 Why Gardyn works so well in secondary classrooms
Today’s educators are balancing rigorous standards, limited resources, and the need to keep students engaged. Gardyn was designed to meet those challenges head-on.
🌱 Hands-on learning
Students explore biology, plant science, chemistry, and data analysis through real plant growth, all with no textbooks required.
📊 Cross-curricular impact
Gardyn supports lessons in:
- Environmental science & sustainability
- Nutrition & health
- Math (growth rates, data tracking)
- Technology & AI literacy
- STEM / STEAM Programs
🤖 Powered by Smart Technology
With built-in sensors and AI-assisted growing, Gardyn removes guesswork so educators can focus on teaching, not troubleshooting.
🌍 Sustainability Students Can See
Gardyn uses up to 95% less water than traditional agriculture and eliminates pesticides, helping schools model environmentally responsible practices.
Inside the Gardyn for Schools Program
Gardyn for Schools partners with educators to ensure Gardyn fits seamlessly into real classrooms—not just theory.
The Gardyn for Schools program includes:
- Curriculum-aligned lesson plans
- Implementation and onboarding support
- Flexible solutions for classrooms, labs, and common spaces
- A turnkey system that grows year-round
Whether it’s a science lab, CTE program, or wellness initiative, Gardyn for Schools empowers educators to teach through experience.
🏫 From classrooms to homes: the same award-winning technology
The same innovation recognized by Tech & Learning is also available for homes, families, and lifelong learners.
Gardyn systems make it easy to:
- Grow fresh, pesticide-free produce indoors
- Enjoy farm-to-table harvests year-round
- Learn by doing—at any age
It’s proof that great educational technology doesn’t stop at the classroom door.
An award that reflects our mission
Winning the Tech & Learning Award of Excellence reinforces Gardyn’s broader mission: to make healthy, sustainable food — and meaningful learning — accessible to everyone. We’re honored by the recognition and even more inspired by the educators and students who bring Gardyn to life every day.
If you’re ready to grow curiosity, confidence, and healthier habits in your school, home, or business, Gardyn is ready to grow with you.
Want to check out our official announcement?
Read our full press release here detailing Gardyn’s Tech & Learning Awards of Excellence: Best of 2025 win and what it means for secondary education.