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This is an article written by Sally Perkins, who is an advocate for vertical gardening.


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3 Reasons to Start Building Your Vertical Garden

Those living in urban areas who have limited outdoor space in their homes can benefit from the use of vertical gardens. As an alternative to garden space, vertical gardens can easily enhance unattractive wall space and make the most out the footage you have in your home. In fact, researchers state that the global market value in vertical farming was over $1 billion in 2015 alone. The value is also expected to rise, reaching well over $6 billion by 2022 based on the current 30% growth rate each year.

Eco-friendly homes benefit community cohesion but also improve the health of those around them. Creating green homes leaves a smaller eco-footprint and reduce the cost of living. In this guide, we will take a closer look at the benefits of having a vertical garden and why you should start building your own.

Reduce Waste

Adding a vertical garden to your home will help capture rainwater and reducing waste. Instead of allowing water to escape, you can put it to good use with a garden. With vertical landscapes, your garden will benefit from smaller composition and make them easier to care for. Additionally, you can experiment with a variety of different plants without the need to cover larger areas as you would with a big yard or garden.

Take Advantage of Minimal Space

Create a garden within minimal space by using vertical garden designs. Homeowners can maximize their space when a large yard is not readily available to grow plants and herbs. Vertical gardens are great for those who use a community rooftop or a small garden that takes up no more than a few feet of space due to their limited availability. This allows city homeowners to promote clean air, grow plants, and promote diversity in plant variety growth.

Enhance Unattractive Outdoor Features

Vertical gardens can establish an area of the home and allow you to enhance the overall appearance. Your outdoor space will benefit from growing plants and hiding undesirable areas that you plan to cover up. This can be achieved by adding recyclable materials and reusing the space continuously. They will even help create a bit of light shade for your balcony.

Vertical gardens offer a desirable solution to homes that come with limited space. Additionally, vertical gardens will help shield the home from harsh weather conditions and UV rays, especially if you live in a sunny area. Homeowners will benefit from the many health benefits of gardening, even if they live in urban areas across the globe. 
Please contact me with questions and comments.