The best plants for vertical garden
Selecting the best plants for a vertical garden
In a vertical garden, the composition of plants can be practically limitless, allowing for the creation of unique and striking green walls. Below are some plants that not only thrive in vertical garden conditions but also bring a variety of properties and characteristics. They form the foundation for anyone looking to create their own green wall. After selecting the plants, the next step is simply planting plants in the vertical garden.
Epipremnum aureum
Basic plant for a vertical garden
Epipremnum aureum is most often serves as the primary plant in a vertical garden. It can act as a background for other plants. This plant is characterized by fast growth, allowing the garden to become dense in a short amount of time. It also purifies the air by removing pollutants like benzene, xylene, and formaldehyde.
Epipremnum in a vertical garden
The Epipremnum can be the sole plant used to create a vertical garden. However, it requires frequent maintenance and pruning of its stems. This plant is also highly durable and can withstand short periods of drought.
Monstera deliciosa
Monstera deliciosa in a pot
Monstera is a plant capable of reaching very large sizes. It creates a 3D effect in a vertical garden. It effectively humidifies the air and absorbs phenolic substances from it.
Monstera creates a 3D effect in a vertical garden
Monstera grows very quickly. While this can be visually striking, it needs regular pruning to prevent it from overshadowing other plants on the green wall. Otherwise, without access to light, they may wither.
Sansevieria trifasciata
Sansevieria trifasciata - a resilient addition to the garden
It is a plant which can survive with very little water. It will work great as an addition to the vertical garden. It will certainly stand out on the green wall with its original appearance.
Sansevieria - oxygen producer
Sansevieria is a very good oxygen producer, it also produces oxygen at night. Additionally, it effectively removes some allergens from the air. It purifies the air from toxins such as xylene, toluene, benzene, and formaldehyde.
Spathiphyllum
Spathiphyllum - a plant that repeats blooming
Spathiphyllum is a sensitive yet elegant and decorative plant. It absorbs various pollutants such as alcohols, benzene, acetone, and formaldehyde. Occasionally, it’s one of the few plants in the vertical garden that repeats blooming.
Spathiphyllum - just right for dry spaces
Spathiphyllum emits a lot of humidity, making it thrive in dry spaces. This plant works well as an insertion in a vertical garden. There’s just one condition: remember to water it regularly.
Nephrolepis exaltata
Nephrolepis exaltata - fern on the green wall
Ferns thrive in human environments and also contribute to our health. Nephrolepis ionizes negative air, creating a suitable microclimate, which allows for faster regeneration and strengthens the biofield.
Nephrolepis in a vertical garden
Nephrolepis exaltata absorbs pollutants such as xylene and formaldehyde. When well-watered, it increases humidity in the room, helping to avoid irritation of the nose, eyes, and throat. Additionally, it releases significant amounts of oxygen.
Chlorophytum
Chlorophytum - a low-maintenance plant ideal for vertical garden
It’s a plant that doesn’t have high demands. Instead, it serves as a great decoration for a green wall. It effectively absorbs harmful chemicals like xylene, formaldehyde, sulfur compounds, and carbon. Additionally, it’s good at removing dust.
Chlorophytum - a great decoration for a green wall.
Chlorophytum has attractive aesthetic qualities. Despite its low maintenance requirements, some care is needed to keep this plant healthy. If the air in the room is too dry, the leaves of the spider plant may dry out. In such cases, it’s advisable to trim or mist the leaves with water.
Areca
Areca possesses air-humidifying properties. Additionally, it’s a plant that removes harmful substances from furniture and plastics. These substances include ammonia, xylene, benzene, and trichloroethylene. Moreover, the Areca palm is characterized by:
- Abilities to efficiently convert CO2 into oxygen,
- Qualities that make it an attractive addition to a vertical garden,
- Attributes that make it prefer humid air and leaf spraying.
Maranta Leuconeura
Maranta Leuconeura is a plant that thrives well on a vertical garden. It’s characterized by an intriguing appearance that captures attention. Apart from its decorative and aesthetic value, Maranta effectively humidifies the air. Maranta is a resilient plant that grows well in groups. However, it requires humidity adapted to its needs. Otherwise, when the air is dry, it becomes susceptible to attacks by spider mites. It’s essential to regularly spray it with water.
Maranta Kervhoveana
Maranta Kerchoveana is an attractive addition to a green wall. This type of Maranta is characterized by deeply green leaves. Additionally, it’s a plant that grows at a relatively fast pace. It doesn’t have high maintenance requirements. It enjoys sunlight but should not be placed in direct sunlight. Maranta Kerchoveana is a pet-friendly plant. Similar to Leuconeura, this variety of Maranta is susceptible to spider mites. Therefore, it’s essential to ensure proper air humidity around the plant.
Hedera Helix
Hedera Helix has many health-promoting properties. It serves as an excellent air filter, meaning it can eliminate harmful substances from the environment. It removes, among others, formaldehyde, benzene, xylene, and toluene. Additionally, hedera helix has antibacterial properties. It’s essential to be mindful of the environment in which hedera helixis placed. In a room with dry air, this plant may be susceptible to attack by spider mites.
Aeschynanthus
Aeschynanthus is a plant that affects the humidity of the surrounding air. It can effectively increase it. It is a hanging plant that stands out as an insert in a vertical garden. After planting, it may lose some of its leaves. This happens because planting the plant vertically results in some of the leaves losing access to light.
Philodendron Scandens
Philodendron scandens is an excellent background plant in a vertical garden. Its green leaves provide a base for decorative plants that stand out on the green wall. Philodendron has properties that allow it to absorb formaldehyde, a strong disinfectant. It’s important to care for this plant diligently, including regular pruning and fertilizing. Neglecting regular maintenance can lead to leaf loss and stem elongation.