Custom Living Greenwalls
Greenwalls come in all shapes and sizes, can be done indoors or outdoors and use a large variety of plant species.
We consult with you through every stage of your greenwall project. Our proven process will ensure that you end up with a result that suits your design as well as your pocket.
Start today with a free consultation, or request a quote if you already know what you want.
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Key Benefits of Living Walls
Natural
Nothing screams quality like the real thing. Plants are real and alive in a manufactured world, people notice the difference
Clean Air
Plants are nature's air purifiers, cleaning the air, removing toxins and producing oxygen
Biophilic Benefits
Being close to nature makes people feel better, improves concentration and increases creativity
Reduce Noise
The pots clip in and out with a very simple connector. This gives complete design flexibility in an instant
Design Considerations
Outdoor Greenwall
Greenwalls look great outdoors and are a great way to add color and life to a landscape or building.
They can be used as privacy screens, to beautify a boring wall, as an accent piece or as living art.
They can range in size from giant feature walls to small accent walls designed to soften the building or hardscaping.
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Outdoor Plant Choices
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Outdoor Irrigation choices
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Outdoor Technical Specs
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Plant choices are important for outdoor applications.
We have done projects from the North East to the South West and with the right plant choices and correct maintenance they have all been successful.
It is important to getsupport from local nurseries or growers and to take into account how much direct sunlight your plants will receive
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Irrigation for outdoor walls can be set up to recycle the water using a pump and catch tanks or it can be integrated to the existing landscape irrigation system.
Both setups allow for complete automation of your greenwall.
Important It is possible to link your wall to a water source and have it fully automated but a water source is NOT REQUIRED for all installations. Many walls are filled manually and do not have a water source or drain
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When specifying your system for an outdoor consider the following items:
- Will you recycle the water or integrate the wall into the irrigation system?
- Do you have a structure that will support 18 lbs per square foot
- How much direct sun does the location get and what plants will you choose
Indoor Greenwalls
Indoor greenwalls typically use a variety of low light tropicals to create a beautiful full green pallet. With the wide variety of indoor plants available we are able to create a variety of designs from really vibrant and colorful to deep greens.
When selecting plants we consider color, texture and size to create the perfect look for your environment
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Indoor Plant Choices
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Indoor Irrigation Choices
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Indoor Technical Specs
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Plant choices are important for outdoor applications.
We have done projects from the North East to the South West and with the right plant choices and correct maintenance they have all been successful.
It is important to get support from local nurseries or growers and to take into account how much direct sunlight your plants will receive
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Irrigation for indoor walls can be set up to recycle the water using a pump and catch tanks, or it can be integrated to the building's direct water supply and overflow water set to drain away.
Both setups allow for complete automation of your greenwall.
Important It is possible to link your wall to a water source and have it fully automated but a water source is NOT REQUIRED for most installations. Many walls are filled manually and do not have a water source or drain.
Meet with a specialist to design your irrigation system.
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We have full technical specification documents available and we provide full shop drawings for every job.
You can download the technical specification document using the link below.
Ultimate Flexibility
A designers' dream
Greenwalls range in size from a high impact 2’x7’ walls to walls of over 1000 square feet and going as tall as 4 stories. Our modular system and integrated irrigation allows for endless creativity.
Your wall does not have to be square or rectangular. Our modular system allows us to create many different shapes.
See some of our more unusual case studies below.
Our Case Studies
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New York City Column
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Escalator Project
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Impactful Advertising
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Goal
A penthouse apartment in NYC needed to hide a column in front of a feature window
Opportunity
Covering the column in plants would bring a lot of greenery into the urban space and hide the column
Solution
Using the GrowUp Modular system and a custom catch tank the wall was instantly covered in a beautiful, semi automated greenwall
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Goal
The client in this mall wanted to bring plants into the mall without using up valuable retail floorspace
Opportunity
The side of the escalator is in a highly visible location, was not in the way, and was ideal for mounting a living wall.
Solution
The GrowUp modular system integrated with a custom catch tank hidden under the escalator provided a beautiful, automated living wall solution
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Goal
The client wanted to show off their brand and logo in a really impactful way.
Opportunity
The living greenwall brought nature into the space and the interest it creates highlights and draws attention to the name
Solution
The GrowUp modular system allows for the easy attachment of a logo or brand message in front of the greenwall.
Will I get an instant result?
Some systems require the plants to grow in over time
Systems that plant in trays usually have very visible lines of plants after planting and these can take some time to grow in.
By planting our plants from fully grown 6” plants we create an instant, finished effect on day 1.
Our honeycomb shape uses nature’s favorite shape to create a completely organic result.
Is it modular?
Modular systems require little, if any customization, reducing inconsistencies and ensuring consistent results
They are flexible in design and application, creating many different results from the same components
They are cost effective as there is very little additional fabrication required from the manufacturer
Inventory is available all the time allowing for quick delivery times
Is all planting done off-site
The greenwall should be amongst the last trades to finish
A system planted off-site means that there is no soil or mess on-site during the final stages of the project
How easily can plants be changed and what is the planting lead time
Some system require the plants to be pre-planted and kept on the nursery for months before deployment. This is expensive and inconvenient for most projects.
If plants need to be replaced it is often the whole panel that needs replacing
The GrowUp system plants plants into our own hex pots and bags individually. These plants are fully grown and can be bought and planted as needed.
Any replacement plants or design changes can be easily accommodated
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The Grow Up Greenwall Modular System
Our system is modular and scalable, the GrowUp system can adapt to meet the requirements.
Summary of benefits
Reliable Instant Effect
The wall is fully complete on the day it is planted. The unique shape of the pots allows for perfect nesting and no visible plastic. An instant effect and a happy client.
No On-site Planting
By planting into the pots and bags off-site there is minimal mess and disruption at the client’s site.
Design Flexibility
The pots clip in and out with a very simple connector. This gives complete design flexibility in an instant.
Fully Automated
The system is controlled by a simple pump and a drip-irrigation system. The water is collected in the tanks and redistributed throughout the garden.
Improved Sustainability, Reduced Maintenance
Our system is soil-based, which substantially reduces maintenance compared to the common hydroponic vertical garden. Water is stored in the soil for a longer period of time and the soil ensures the longevity of the plants, should there be any system failures.
Suitable for Indoors or Outdoors
Our system is suitable for both indoor and outdoor applications. Light, environment and weight must be factored in when specifying a modular vertical.
Installation Considerations
An important consideration when developing your greenwall project plan and timeline is who will do the installation of the wall and the various ancillary tasks related to the installation.
GrowUp, and the growUp partner base, have significant experience in providing full turnkey solutions for our greenwall clients.
Projects can be planned in a variety of ways to minimize cost and maximize success.
Full Turnkey solutions mean that all of the work sits directly with Growup. From planning to planting all you have to do is enjoy the finished result.
If you prefer to do the contracting yourself (the choice of many contractors) we offer a design and consulting service (including on-site support). You will still receive shop drawings, full instructions and on-going telephone support. We recommend that we provide the plants for these projects as plant selection and transplanting is typically not a core competency of the contractor.
Feeling like doing a project? Many homeowners choose to buy the equipment only to take on the full project. Chat to us about these options and some of our standard size kits.
The GrowUp Process
No matter the size of your project at GrowUp we will support you through every step in the process
Design and Specification
We will help you determine the objectives of you project and the overall design look and feel.
We understand that there are always budget considerations and will work with you to ensure you get the best solution for your budget
Detailed solution design and shop drawings
Once the project is ready to go we will produce detailed shop drawings required for installation
Drawings are typically shared as pdf’s
Detailed lighting plans can be done if required
Infrastructure preparation
The system will always require a wall or similar surface as a base. This base will need to able to support 18 lbs per square foot for the entire greenwall.
If a water source or drain is required these will need to be prepared by your contractor prior to installation
A detailed site prep requirement document will be agreed as part of the planning process
Plant design and procurement
Plant design and layout are key components of the overall project
Since Covid plants have been hard to get and we do suggest finalizing the plant order at least 3 months prior to the installation date
It’s best if you have some inspiration images that you can share with us before the design starts. You can use our inspiration guides as a reference or create a Pinterest board of images you like
Once the overall look is a greed a detailed plant layout will be created.
Transplanting and delivery to site
Plants should be transplanted off-site and delivered to site on the day of installation
GrowUp can source plants countrywide and can arrange for transplanting and shipping to site already transplanted and ready to hang.
System installation
Once the environment is prepared wall installation can begin
The catch tanks, rails and irrigation are installed as per the shop drawings
Water and plumbing connections are made by the plumbing contractor
Hanging plants
Plants are hung according to the detailed plant design diagram
We always start at the bottom of the wall and work up, creating the instant greenwall as we go.
Testing and training
Once installed the wall is thoroughly tested
A handover training meeting is included in every project where the maintenance team is trained on exactly how to maintain the wall
Custom Living Walls Gallery
Get you creative juices flowing with a visit to the gallery to explore our previous projects