Ever felt like a dull wall or balcony in your home needs a splash of green magic? Do you love plants but find it hard to make space to accommodate them inside your living space?
Well, it's time to wave a magic wand and turn your dull walls into a dramatic display of lush succulent plants with vibrant colours and marvellous shapes.
Succulents are generally low-maintenance plants, do not need constant watering, and are perfect for an urban vertical succulent garden.
Whether you are a DIYer, a new gardener, or a plant lover, especially of succulents, building a succulent wall garden is easier than you'd imagine.
In this blog, we will explore five fabulous ways to build a vertical succulent garden on your own to liven up your cramped or small living space.
Why Build a Vertical Succulent Garden?
Here are some excellent reasons why!
Space-saving: Horizontal gardens require less floor space, which can often be a challenge in compact areas like balconies, patios, or small courtyards. An indoor wall garden saves you space and transforms your wall into a beautiful and unique presentation with its wide variety of shapes, colours and textures.
Low-maintenance: Succulents are drought-tolerant and can survive with minimal watering. Vertical gardens can be an ideal environment because soils dry out quickly in a vertical garden, and succulents can handle that very well.
Sustainable décor: If you are into sustainable living, vertical gardens are a fabulous option, as they can be built using reclaimed materials like pallets, shoe racks, or vintage frames.
5 Creative Ways to Build a Vertical Succulent Garden
1. The Recycled Wood Pallet Succulent Wall Planter
It's easy to transform a timber pallet into a DIY succulent wall planter.
This is how you do it!
1. Repurpose an old or aged wooden pallet by re-stacking the planks to create planting pockets.
2. Fill the pockets with a weed mat(to prevent weed growth) or geotextile material (to allow water to pass through while blocking soil).
3. Paint the pallet with exterior paint. Alternatively, you can leave it as is to maintain a rustic look for your vertical garden.
4. Secure the pallet by making it stand against a wall, fixing it to a fence, or attaching support legs.
5. Fill the pockets with potting mix and plant your favourite succulent plants. Ensure they are suitable for your sunlight conditions.
6. Water them gently until the soil is thoroughly soaked, and then water again only when the top of the soil is completely dry.
2. Terracotta Pot Hanging Succulent Garden
Create a beautiful hanging succulent garden using terracotta pots suspended from a wall.
How to:
• Suspend metal rings or pot holders on your wall in a neat grid.
• Pot up your preferred succulents—a string of pearls, jade, or echeveria into each pot and plant with the cactus mix.
• Hang and enjoy the Mediterranean charm it provides.
This is great on balconies or any sun wall.