A vertical garden is a method of growing plants on walls. Found in nature and ancient civilizations, vertical gardens have been thriving for centuries on walls all over the world.

Water and nutrients flows over a vertical surface to feed the roots which keeps the plants alive.

Vertical Gardens are extremely versatile. They can be installed just about anywhere with good planning. Outdoor vertical gardens are installed to the same high standard using the same high quality materials and products as what is used on indoor walls. All materials are UV stabilised which means they will not degrade under Australia’s harsh Summer sun.

That will depend on the location, aspect, plant selection, growing conditions, nutrients and light source. Our plants are established in our specially designed pots 4-12 weeks prior to installation. It is reasonable to expect that the wall will look established within the first 12 months.

We have a select range of recommended plants for both indoor and outdoor use. Please note we don’t stock or supply vegetables and herbs.

Most plants can be grown where they receive the proper light, water and nutrient requirements. Vertical Gardens Australia provides complimentary horticulture consultancy on plant choice and design based on your indoor or outdoor conditions.

Water is supplied at the top row of pots and gravity fed down. It can be supplied by drip irrigation or hand watering.

No. The vertical garden is relatively self-sufficient, although water and nutrients are critical for plant vitality. For larger units, Vertical Gardens Australia recommends a maintenance program to monitor, adjust and maintain optimum growing conditions.

The maintenance program includes regular visits to give the garden a health check. Plants that are struggling to flourish are replaced at cost. This will all be explained during the free consultation.

The plants should look good as long as the health of the wall is regularly checked. If you take out the maintenance program, Vertical Gardens Australia will help ensure the plants remain healthy and vibrant.

Our vertical gardens vary in price based on size, plant choice and installation requirements. We recommend requesting a free no-obligation quote via email or visiting our South Melbourne showroom. As a rough guide, our units start from $525 per square metre.

Vertical gardens can be grown indoors. Water collection trays or troughs at the base are needed to drain away excess water.

Absolutely. Vertical gardens can be used in many ways and can help improve indoor environments by reducing dust particles, pollutants and volatile organic compounds found in enclosed office spaces.

Studies at NASA have shown how plants filter toxins from the air. Wikipedia: NASA Clean Air Study

The vertical garden is designed to be a long-lasting feature. Moving it after installation can be done, but it would be labour intensive. It may also be a great selling feature for prospective buyers.

Vertical Gardens Australia pots are designed for easy removal and replacement. Simply remove the potted plant and replace it with a new one.

Yes. Vegetables and herbs can work well. Choose suitable varieties, make sure they receive full sun, and use a light fertiliser each time you water.

Plants are rated from shade to full sun. All plants need adequate light to thrive, although some can burn in excessive direct sunlight. Choosing the right plants is critical for success.

Plants have different tolerance levels depending on the species. All plants need adequate light, but some may burn in excessive direct sunlight.

Vertical Gardens Australia supplies a select range of indoor and outdoor plants already established from tube stock in our specially designed pots.

Patric Blanc uses a slit-and-staple hydroponic method. Our Vertical Gardens Australia potted method is simple, easy to install, and allows plants to be moved around or swapped as needed.

VGA pots are hung onto our specially designed and powder-coated aluminium frame.

VGA units are durable and can be used for many years if properly cared for. They can also be cleaned and reused for seasonal plantings.

VGA planters can be easily removed and stored during extreme weather conditions if necessary.

We offer systems for outdoor and indoor use, DIY wall installations, and free-standing self-watering plug-and-play systems suitable for both indoor and outdoor spaces.

Watering cycles vary depending on plant choice. House plants may need watering twice a week, while outdoor planters may require daily watering.

On average, allow around 30cm. Mosses, sedums or grasses may protrude around 15cm. Larger plants should be trimmed back so they do not get too big.

VGA planters can help provide a desirable amount of humidity, especially near the plants themselves, which helps them thrive.

Vegetables and herbs can be grown in VGA planters with proper nutrients, water and light.

VGA planters are gravity fed through pots and become dry between watering cycles, which reduces the risk of mould growing.

Vertical Gardens Australia planters can take heavy rain because water drains through the pots.

Architects are useful for large-scale projects where waterproofing, drainage requirements or building permits may be required.

This should be avoided, as soil and fertilisers can harm fish.

Planted and wet, they can weigh up to 90kg per square metre. Our free-standing VG2 system provides a strong foundation where a wall may not be suitable to hold the weight.

Vertical Gardens Australia units can be mounted above the reach of children and pets. Choose safe plants only. The panels themselves are non-toxic but are not recommended where they can be damaged by children or pets.