Trimurty has always believed in green and positive living. So much so, as we ourselves put efforts to build green buildings, we also suggest residents to do their bit. Here we are presenting ways, in which one can beautify your residential space. One way, is through the use of plants, which not only add beauty to the décor but also bring freshness to the atmosphere.
Greenery helps in de-stressing and relaxation. Plants enhance one’s mood and are natural healers. Green walls can be incorporated in one’s interiors, whether it is an office or a home, to create a blissful atmosphere.
A vertical garden is a method to grow plants on walls. It is also known as a green façade or ‘living green wall’. They not only look beautiful and add green cover to a barren looking wall but also helps in efficient utilisation of space.
There are many ways to create vertical gardens. The simplest options, is to attach plant containers to a wall. Alternatively, one can have a frame made, with horizontal rows where the plants can be placed. It all depends on the space available and whether the wall is in the balcony, terrace, outside or even in one’s living room. The wall or the framework must be strong enough to hold the weight of the vertical garden, especially the bigger ones.
Maintenance of vertical gardens
Vertical gardens require regular maintenance, such as trimming and pruning, to maintain the look of the wall. Hence, it is better to opt for low maintenance plants.
Tips for setting up a vertical garden
- The vertical wall garden should ideally be under a skylight or near a window, to ensure adequate sunlight. Fruits and flowering plants need more sunlight. Lack of adequate sunlight will prevent the plants from bearing fruits and can stunt the growth of the plants.
- Arrange the containers symmetrically or in some pattern, so that they look lush and vibrant. One can also arrange the plants as per colours.
- Regularly water, trim and nourish the plants. Removal of drying, wilting leaves and flowers will encourage faster new growth. Add fertilisers in recommended dosages, to keep the plants healthy.
- One must be observant about the pest attacks. It is easy to control it in the early stages.
