Many people want to have plants in their homes, but in small apartments or studios, the problem arises of where exactly to place the pots. Placing pots on the floor reduces space and makes the house feel cluttered. In such cases, empty walls can be used to make the home beautiful and green by placing plants on them.
Using vertical gardening is especially useful in small dwellings because it allows you to increase the amount of greenery without taking up much space. This does not require soil or a large area. Below are six types of plants suitable for this purpose.
Plants that grow easily on walls:
1. Sansevieria (Money Plant): Sansevieria is a simple option for decorating home walls. Its trailing shoots can be directed upwards along the wall or hung in a pot, allowing them to hang down. In small apartments, on balconies, or near windows, it can be placed to beautifully decorate an empty wall.
2. Pothos: The long runners of Pothos are excellent for placement on walls. It can be placed in small floor pots, hanging baskets, or on shelves from which the runners will cascade. If you aim to create a natural, slightly jungle-like look in your home, this plant type will be a good choice.
3. Philodendron: The leaves of the Philodendron are very attractive, and some varieties are climbing. It can be placed in small pots or on shelves attached to the wall. By slowly directing the plant's shoots upwards or sideways, you can significantly change the appearance of the wall.
4. Syngonium in small pots: If you prefer compact plants with beautiful leaves rather than large ones, you can plant Syngonium. By placing it in small pots attached to the wall, you can create a green corner by combining several plants. Placing pots at different heights will make the wall even more attractive.
5. Hoya for creating a vertical garden: The runners and thick leaves of Hoya give a decorative look when decorating walls. By placing it in a small wall-mounted pot and allowing the runner to grow downwards, you can create the effect of a miniature vertical garden using several pots of different sizes on one wall.
6. Monstera for a stylish look: The large, characteristic-holed leaves of the Monstera distinguish it from other plants. If you want to give an empty wall in your home a more stylish look, it can be placed on a shelf or in a large wall pot. Instead of putting large pots on the floor, you can use wall-mounted plants, thus saving space.
Tips for placing plants on the wall
When greening a wall, you should avoid using overly heavy pots. You need to choose lightweight pots and ensure they have a proper drainage system. If water constantly drips directly onto the wall, it can lead to stains and dampness. It is also preferable to place plants in areas where they can receive enough light according to their needs. To achieve a more natural and beautiful look, it is better to place the pots on the wall not in a straight line, but at varying heights.