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VERTICAL GARDENING is a great way to take advantage of empty vertical spaces such as walls or fences. They can be free-standing, as well. It’s also a unique way to add visual interest to your space. Vertical gardening has potential benefits with energy savings and local water systems. In addition, those who may live in apartments, condos with only a balcony for outside space, or in a home with limited yard space can enjoy the benefits of vertical gardening.
Vertical Gardens often are referred to as green walls, but they differ from green facades such as ivy walls. When considering a support surface for a vertical garden, think about what you want to grow, whether it be flowers, vegetables, or a combination of both. Obvious choices include fences, trellises, pergolas, posts, poles with strings or nets, trees, or cages.
When thinking about other ways to incorporate vertical gardening into your space, just let your imagination run wild. Possible frame options include old ladders, bicycles, old wagon wheels, wooden pallets, or containers attached to an existing fence. An inexpensive plastic shoe storage system hung on the fence or wall with pockets full of soil is a great way to vertically grow herbs.
If you have an old bicycle in the garage no one uses anymore, paint it a vibrant color and make it a focal point of your garden. Plant some type of vine in front of it and just let it go. This will definitely add a touch of whimsy to your garden space.
Choosing the right plants for vertical gardening is essential. While there are many plants that can be trained to grow vertically, not every plant is a good choice.
Whenever a plant can grow and thrive by crawling up or hanging down, it’s a good choice. Pole beans, some peas, tomatoes, and most varieties of cucumbers can easily be grown vertically with the necessary support. Melons, gourds, squashes, and pumpkins like upward growth, but remember, some will need more support than others due to the weight of the fruit or vegetable.
Gardening can be such a creative outlet to decorate indoor walls and vertical gardening is just another way to be creative in the landscape and get the most out of your outdoor space. What is your favorite garden? With a renewed interest in minimalism and greenery, this is the perfect time to add some foliage to your decor! Your Green Thumb awaits!
The picture frame is another great artistic idea!
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