Green walls, also known as vertical gardens, are a popular choice for environmental design and architecture due to their numerous benefits, including air purification, temperature regulation, and mental health impacts.

They can last up to 25 years with proper maintenance and require minimal watering, making them a low-maintenance option for indoor spaces.

The installation cost of green walls can range from $200 to $1200 per square meter, and they can be custom-designed to fit the specific needs of a residential setting.

Green walls can reduce energy waste and improve air quality, making structures more sustainable and fire-resistant, while also minimizing ambient noise.

They can also reduce nitrogen dioxide by 40%, suspended particulates by 60%, and indoor fine particulates by 10%, as well as reduce ozone by 30% and indoor temperature by 1.8 ℃.

In terms of maintenance, green walls require regular inspection and trimming, and good quality soil is essential for plant growth.

Suitable plants for green walls can vary depending on the climate, but plants that trail are recommended for DIY living wall projects.

The use of green walls can lead to a reduction in nitrogen dioxide by 40% and particulate matter by 60%, improving indoor air quality.

Green walls can regulate temperature and drive energy conservation, achieving dust retention and air pollution absorption benefits.

Subsidies for green wall construction are available in some areas, such as the 1.76 million yuan subsidy in certain regions.

Overall, green walls can provide numerous benefits for indoor spaces, including air purification, temperature regulation, and mental health impacts, making them a popular choice for environmental design and architecture.

In addition to their environmental benefits, green walls can also have a positive impact on mental health and well-being.

Living near green spaces can reduce stroke risk by up to 16% and reduce stress and promote mental health.

Exposure to greenery can improve mood and mental health, and indoor gardens can provide good air quality and natural light.

Handling plants can lower blood pressure and anxiety, and indoor plants can purify air and remove toxic gases.

Gardening can help fight depression, and green therapy can reduce stress levels.

Viewing green space can reduce stress, and physical activity in gardening can improve mental health.

Green walls can also improve indoor air quality, absorb air pollution, and retain dust.

They can reduce NO2 concentration by 40%, PM10 concentration by 60%, and PM2.5 concentration by 10%.

Green walls can also reduce O3 concentration by 30% and indoor temperature by 1.8 ℃.

In terms of maintenance needs, green walls require minimal watering and ultra-low maintenance.

Regular monitoring is necessary to tend to vertical gardens, and maintenance plans must be tailored to the specific site and climate.

Gravel gardens can be a suitable option for vertical gardens in dry climates, as they can reduce labor by 80% and require minimal watering.

Drought-tolerant plants, such as olive and holm oak trees, lavender and rosemary shrubs, and stipa tenuissima and muhlenbergia capillaris grasses, are suitable for vertical gardens in dry climates.

Tropical plants, on the other hand, require regular watering and rich soils with balanced nutrients to thrive.

Climate study is necessary for creating a tropical garden, and soil type affects tropical plant growth and durability.

Strong winds can harm tropical plants, and protection, pruning, and fertilization are necessary for tropical garden maintenance.

Overall, green walls can be a valuable addition to any indoor space, providing numerous benefits for the environment, mental health, and well-being.

With proper maintenance and care, green walls can last up to 25 years and require minimal watering, making them a low-maintenance option for indoor spaces.

Suitable plants for green walls can vary depending on the climate, but plants that trail are recommended for DIY living wall projects.

The use of green walls can lead to a reduction in nitrogen dioxide by 40% and particulate matter by 60%, improving indoor air quality.

Green walls can regulate temperature and drive energy conservation, achieving dust retention and air pollution absorption benefits.

Subsidies for green wall construction are available in some areas, such as the 1.76 million yuan subsidy in certain regions.

By incorporating green walls into building design, individuals can create a healthier, more sustainable, and more environmentally-friendly indoor space.

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Green walls, also known as vertical gardens, are a popular choice for environmental design and architecture due to their numerous benefits, including air purification, temperature regulation, and mental health impacts.

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Content: Prince’s Landscape Pte Ltd Now Provides Singapore Properties with Vertical Green Walls

Prince’s Landscape Pte Ltd is famous for its vertical wall planters, green walls and flower backdrop in Singapore. The company caters to residential and commercial clients as well.

Singapore, 2023-Jan-04 — /EPR Network/ — Prince’s Landscape Pte Ltd, the leading landscaping company in Singapore is offering vertical green walls to commercial and residential properties. Whether it is a retail showroom or a high rise, the vertical green wall is an innovative approach towards introducing nature amidst the concrete jungle.

The company uses quality vertical wall planters, ensuring the healthy growth of the plants. These vertical walls are easy to maintain, assemble, install, disassemble, and reinstall. The technique used by Prince’s Landscape Pte Ltd ensures the user does not have to spend much time tending and taking care of the plants.

Along with green walls, the company also provides clients with exquisite flower backdrops in Singapore to complement the greenery around them. It’s a long-term investment as a green wall can last up to 25 years.

Vertical walls by Prince’s Landscape Pte Ltd come with some unique features:

  • Custom design to suit the client’s needs.
  • Minimal watering of the green wall plants.
  • Ultra-low maintenance ensured.
  • Quick installation due to a modular system.
  • Use of plants that can survive in a tropical climate.

Why choose a vertical green wall?

  • Reduces waste of energy.
  • Improves air quality.
  • Makes the structure sustainable.
  • The space becomes more fire-resistant.
  • Minimizes ambient noise.

The general installation cost for a vertical green wall by Prince’s Landscape Pte Ltd ranges between $200 per square meter and $1200 per square meter, depending on the design, the kind of plants used and the installation process.

About the company:

One of the oldest nurseries in Singapore, Prince’s Landscape Pte Ltd has 50 years of experience in the industry. Started out humbly as a flower shop, Prince’s Landscape Pte Ltd have evolved into a full-fledged landscape design and installation specialist.

Contact Details

Telephone: 65 6763 7000

Fax: 65 6892 2700

WhatsApp: +65 8838 3479

Email: buzz@prince.com.sg

Address: 53 Sungei Tengah Road, Singapore 698998

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They can last up to 25 years with proper maintenance and require minimal watering, making them a low-maintenance option for indoor spaces.

The installation cost of green walls can range from $200 to $1200 per square meter, and they can be custom-designed to fit the specific needs of a residential setting.

Green walls can reduce energy waste and improve air quality, making structures more sustainable and fire-resistant, while also minimizing ambient noise.

They can also reduce nitrogen dioxide by 40%, suspended particulates by 60%, and indoor fine particulates by 10%, as well as reduce ozone by 30% and indoor temperature by 1.8 ℃.

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The school received an environmental subsidy of NT $220,000 two years ago to plant large Dumbo flowers to form a green wall, which helps to cool down the temperature and purify the air, and also to install an automatic sprinkler system to maintain the ecology of the green wall.
According to the Environmental Protection Bureau of Chiayi City Government, since 2019, the Environmental Protection Department has promoted the vertical air green wall project. Since 2019, three schools, including Xingjia, Jiabei Elementary School and Jiabei Elementary School, have installed climbing plants on the school's daughter wall and the balcony of the classroom.
The Environmental Protection Bureau of the Chiayi Municipal Government said that this year, the Environmental Protection Agency expanded the target of subsidies, in addition to the original subsidies of public middle school, public elementary school, public preschool institutions, public welfare groups, public facilities, environmental protection night market, civic activity center and other venues, air green wall subsidies of 3,000 to 6,000 yuan per square meter, single subsidy ceiling of 400,000 yuan.
According to the Municipal Environmental Protection Agency, according to the results of the study, vertical green walls can reduce the concentration of nitrogen dioxide (NO2), suspended particulates (PM10) by about 40% and 60%, but also reduce the concentration of indoor fine suspended particulates (PM2.5) by about 10%, ozone by about 30%, and indoor temperature reduction by about 1.8 ℃.
According to the city's Environmental Protection Bureau, the appropriate plant types are lily bamboo, firecracker red, Yunnan yellow carnation, turtle, Boston kidney fern, hydrangea, African pansy or panthera, and can be selected according to the space planning and installation requirements, so that the space is more beautiful.
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In terms of maintenance, green walls require regular inspection and trimming, and good quality soil is essential for plant growth.

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Content: A fixture of boutiquey hotels and upmarket restaurants, a succulent wall brings the natural world spectacularly indoors. The good news is that they’re not as difficult as they look to create for the home – and the results are always unique.

What you need

Frame; trowel; plants.

The expert

Karl Mok is a design expert and consultant who has been working in the design industry for more than six years. Karl focuses on making design accessible, working at the intersection of architecture, interiors and branding while drawing inspiration from travelling and natural materials.

Step-by-step guide

Step 1

First, you need to determine where you want to install your succulent wall. You need to make sure the location receives enough light for your plants to thrive. South-facing walls are ideal but any with adequate light will work.

Step 2

You can use a variety of frames, including picture frames, shadow boxes, or even a pallet. I recommend choosing one that fits your aesthetic and the size of the wall you want to cover. Charity shops or second-hand stores can be great places to find unique frames that will really make your wall stand out.

Step 3

Once you have your frame, add a backing to hold the soil and plants. I suggest a breathable material, such as landscape fabric and then chicken wire to prevent the soil from falling out. Cut the material to the size of the frame and attach it at the back using a stapler.

Step 4

You then need to fill the frame with soil, making sure it is moist but not soaking wet. You can use a succulent-specific soil mix, or even create your own using equal parts of sand, perlite and potting soil.

Step 5

Now choose your succulents. I suggest selecting a wide variety in different shapes and sizes so you can mix and match them to create a unique and visually appealing display. I always recommend choosing plants that have similar light and watering requirements to make caring for them easier.

Step 6

Using a small trowel or your fingers, create small holes in the soil and insert the succulent roots. Gently pack the soil around the plants to secure them in place before affixing them to your wall. When it comes to caring for your succulent wall, water it sparingly, as succulents don’t like to be over-watered. I recommend using a spray bottle or a small watering can with a narrow spout to avoid getting the leaves too wet.

Top tips

1. Stay dry. Pick an area that gets enough light but don’t forget you also need to accommodate potential water damage. I recommend keeping your succulent wall away from furniture, such as sofas or chairs, and don’t hang it above carpets, which can become soggy and start to smell. While it won’t be a torrential downpour each time you water, popping down a small absorbent mat or towel for a few hours after will protect your floors and furniture.

2. Invest in the best. Good quality soil will help ensure your plants get all the nutrients they need to thrive on their wall garden journey, so take the time to look for the right stuff and don’t skimp. However, I don’t recommend scouring your compost bin as, given the soil won’t be turned over once it’s on the wall, this could make things pongy, so opt for enrichment that can be dissolved in water and sprayed on instead.

3. Go green or go home. You want to make sure you pick only the best succulents for your wall, so look for those with strong stems and bright green leaves when selecting which ones will make it on to your wall display. This means they are healthy and more likely to withstand being, literally, turned on their side.

4. Mix it up. Mixing up the shapes and sizes of your planters can make your succulent wall more dramatic and really cement it as a piece of living art. I recommend using trailing varieties like donkey’s tail (sedum morganianum) on the edges of frames to break up any harsh lines, and bright red lipstick echeveria (echeveria agavoides) to add some bright pops of colour.

5. Layer it on thick. Hanging planters at different levels can make your succulent wall look more dynamic than just having them flat against one another in rows or columns. Use shadow boxes, thicker frames, or add extra wood to the back of certain frames to create a clearly defined platform.

6. Accessorize, accessorize, accessorize. Adding hanging decorations such as wind chimes, birdhouses or suncatchers can add more visual interest and an extra layer of dimension and texture.

7. Spray it again. Water your wall only when necessary but don’t let things dry up either. If you’re savvy at DIY you could always install discreet self-watering pots so that everything stays nice and moist without needing constant attention from yourself. Otherwise, a light spray every couple of weeks will suffice but always keep a close eye and top up more if needed.

8. Pest project. Inspect your wall closely every few weeks, looking around stem joints where insects tend to hide so you can get rid of them before they spread. You should also watch out for signs of disease such as discolouration or wilting leaves, which might indicate root rot issues caused by over-watering, or burning from being too exposed to the sun.

9. Cut backs. The great thing about succulent walls is that, as they grow, your living art piece will evolve and get better – but to keep it looking its best, make sure to give it a trim once in a while. This includes removing dead leaves, thinning out any overgrown areas or replacing succulents that are struggling.

And finally… ENJOY! Don’t forget why you started this project in the first place. Make sure to spend time enjoying your little piece of nature, you deserve it.

Five common mistakes

1. Not researching beforehand. Make sure you are committed to this project, as well as the upkeep required, before jumping in. If you’re not sure, try looking after a small handful of succulents before committing to a whole wall.

2. Overwatering. Too much water can lead to root rot.

3. Not making it secure. It might seem simple but too often people underestimate how many fixtures or fittings they may need, leading to a pile of plants and dirt falling down on an unexpected visitor.

4. Over-planting. While you want to make a visual impact, cramming too many succulents in your frames can undermine their growth – and even make them more prone to rot.

5. Ugly planting. Don’t get stuck with a variety that makes you cringe. Living stones (lithops dorotheae), for instance, make people think of brains. Not so bad when the plant is small, but it can look unnerving the larger it gets.

Karl Mok is founder of Friends Studio, friendsstudio.co

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Suitable plants for green walls can vary depending on the climate, but plants that trail are recommended for DIY living wall projects.

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Content: Invite nature into your home by creating a verdant "living wall" display

Humans need plants to survive.

We eat them, drink them, use them as medicine, and even decorate with them in order to bring joy to our daily lives.

Once you start caring for a couple of houseplants, it's easy to spiral into an obsession with our magnificent, leafy friends. If your collection of 20-plus houseplants isn't enough to satiate your need for greenery in your home anymore, why not take it to the next level with a full-blown living wall?

Living walls, or vertical gardens as they're sometimes called, are made up of an array of live plants that are planted vertically and can range in size from just a few square feet to entire walls in large atrium spaces.

However, larger installations can cost upwards of $125-$225 per square foot of wall and aren't exactly feasible for renters or homeowners who are on a strict budget or have limited space.

While you can certainly contract a company to install a living wall in your home, there are also local and handcrafted options to consider depending on your budget, your lifestyle and what look you're going for.

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Dominic Villareal in front of A Modern Plantsman's living wall display.

Dominic Villareal, the owner of A Modern Plantsman, weighed his own options when expanding his Colfax plant store to downtown Spokane in late 2021.

"My partner and I were scoping out the local plant scene, and we noticed immediately that there was a lack of living wall installations in Spokane," he says. "There are no plant stores or nurseries in the area that have one."

When Villareal secured the space for his shop on the main floor of the Hotel Indigo building, he began designing a plant wall that was eye-catching as well as functional for his customers. The plant wall, constructed by Villareal himself, features wooden shelves that are just deep enough to hide the pots that the plants reside in, giving it the appearance of a living wall.

"That's very doable for a home setting," he says. "You can take the pots off the shelf for easy watering and care."

Villareal recommends plants that trail for any DIY living wall project, but also says that including plants of different heights can give the wall a much more textured and varied appearance.

"Start with plants like pothos, heart leaf philodendrons and prayer plants," Villareal says. "Prayer plants specifically can deal with very low-light situations, which is perfect for a home installation. They'll disguise any nonnatural elements of the wall once they start to trail down."

Previous owner of Sage + Moss and seasoned houseplant parent Annecia Paulson recommends utilizing organic elements when creating your display for ease of watering and a more harmonious facade.

The most common way to do this is by creating mounted plant displays. Mounted plants are plants that have been affixed onto an object using moss or other organic materials.

"Creating mounted plants is actually a really easy process," she says. "You simply remove most of the dirt from the roots, place the plant on the piece of bark and then attach it using sphagnum moss and fishing line."

The upkeep and care of mounted plants lie in the choice of wood, Paulson says.

"Using cork bark is the best option — it's lightweight and naturally mold-resistant. Just soak the whole thing in water, let it drip dry and then hang it on your wall using Command hooks or string. Super simple," she says.

If the trial and error of diving in headfirst just isn't your thing, many area plant stores, including A Modern Plantsman, offer workshops on how to create mounted plants and products that can assist you in your journey to creating a living wall.

"We really try to act as a resource for people in the community," Villareal says. "We want to help people learn how to do these things. I've already gone through the trial and error of the projects that people attempt at home, so I'm happy to give people that knowledge." ♦

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The use of green walls can lead to a reduction in nitrogen dioxide by 40% and particulate matter by 60%, improving indoor air quality.

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Content: In order to improve the environmental air quality and let children learn with peace of mind, the Taichung Municipal Environmental Protection Bureau has continued to build a clean air green wall in the school. This year, 12 schools in Jianping Elementary School, Juren Elementary School and Chongde Elementary School have received subsidies from the Environmental Protection Department.
According to the Environmental Protection Bureau, through the installation of clean air green walls, indoor air quality can be improved. At present, space such as classroom corridors and flower stands outside the daughter wall in Taichung City can be planted, which can achieve the benefits of dust retention, air pollution absorption and temperature regulation.
In order to strengthen the protection of the school environment for children, the Taichung City Environmental Protection Bureau expanded the subsidy for the construction of a clean air green wall on the campus, and the current subsidy amount to 1.76 million yuan, with an area of 358 square meters.
The Environmental Protection Bureau stressed that currently selected plants that can purify the air and do not need to spend too much money and time to maintain include the Dragon Tubeh, the Junzi and Wu Bamboo, the Turtle, the Cannonflower or the Honeysuckle.
How good is the effect of clean air green wall?
According to international research, vertical clean air green walls can reduce the concentration of nitrogen dioxide (NO2) and particulate matter (PM10) by about 40% and 60%. In addition, green walls can also reduce the concentration of fine particulate matter (PM2.5) in classrooms by about 10% and the concentration of ozone (O3) by about 30%.
Green wall is the most natural and energy efficient air purification facilities, no need to plug in electricity, self-circulation, to achieve the purpose of air purification, can be called the "most environmentally friendly air purifier".
Chen Hongyi, director of the Environmental Protection Bureau, said that in addition to blocking outdoor pollutants and improving indoor air, the air green wall can also adjust the temperature and drive energy conservation and carbon reduction. Next year, Taichung City is expected to expand the subsidy target, including community activity centers, public kindergartens and environmental night markets.
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Green walls can regulate temperature and drive energy conservation, achieving dust retention and air pollution absorption benefits.

Subsidies for green wall construction are available in some areas, such as the 1.76 million yuan subsidy in certain regions.

Overall, green walls can provide numerous benefits for indoor spaces, including air purification, temperature regulation, and mental health impacts, making them a popular choice for environmental design and architecture.

In addition to their environmental benefits, green walls can also have a positive impact on mental health and well-being.

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Study reveals risk of living away from green spaces
In a finding that is expected to change many of our perceptions about living in the city, a recent study has revealed just how much health damage people can do when they choose to live in urban areas and away from green spaces.
Green spaces promote human health in different ways, symbolically.
Living near green spaces and away from the noise of the city seems to have a lot of health benefits that unfold over time: a recent study found that living near green spaces can reduce the risk of a stroke by up to 16 percent.
The study, conducted by researchers from Spain, was based on the calculation of green spaces located within 300 meters of the house.
Data from Catalonia ’ s public healthcare system was collected in 2016 and 2017, according to Science Alert.
Spanish researchers analyzed some air pollutants such as nitrogen dioxide and soot particles, the source said, adding that exposure to these pollutants is increasingly associated with an increased risk of stroke.
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Ecologist Kathryn Tone said: “It should be borne in mind that, unlike other air pollutants, which have different sources, nitrogen dioxide is mainly produced by road traffic. ”
According to the study, green spaces promote human health in different ways: reduce stress, provide people with places to engage in various sports activities, and also protect their mental health.
Green spaces may also reduce the likelihood of problems with brain blood vessels.
Spanish neurologist Carla Avellaneda said: "The study demonstrates the importance of environmental determinants in stroke risk," adding: "It is important to understand all risk factors and what they may involve."
Neurologist Jaume Roque said: “We must strive to transform into more sustainable towns and cities where living does not mean an increased risk of disease, ” according to Science Alert.
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Living near green spaces can reduce stroke risk by up to 16% and reduce stress and promote mental health.

Exposure to greenery can improve mood and mental health, and indoor gardens can provide good air quality and natural light.

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Content: Office Design For The Creative Industry

The quality of a company’s brand is important, but the company’s physical presence is also crucial. The way your workplace is decorated sends a strong message to potential customers.

If you work in the creative sector, your workplace must reflect your innovative approaches to increase efficiency and output. Therefore, you must design a one-of-a-kind office space based on cutting-edge concepts that improve productivity in the office and leave a lasting impression on guests. When clients visit your workplace, they will immediately be able to see that you put thought and care into its design because of how different it looks from the competition.

Employees are more motivated and creative in a setting that inspires and delights the senses. As a result, they can increase their output and functionality.

6 Office Design Ideas for a Creative Business

Here are some suggestions on how individuals in the creative industries may lay out their workplaces to best showcase their capabilities via an office fit out.

Strive For Innovation

Since you work for a creative firm, you are expected to use cutting-edge equipment and strategies to create visually appealing spaces for employees.

If, for example, your company has several locations, a UHD video conferencing system may facilitate communication and collaboration across offices, resulting in more streamlined operations. Without having to deal with cumbersome phone conversations and texting, your employees can flawlessly collaborate and generate innovative concepts.

A nicely equipped lounge with cafe tables provides a comfortable space for staff to unwind during breaks. Put a screen here so that folks can relax and unwind with some entertainment. A lounge is great for teams to meet and collaborate on initiatives that best serve your clients.

Layout with Open Areas and Flexible Rooms

Creative workers often prefer quiet, enclosed offices where they can focus without distractions. However, when employees’ work depends on their ability to collaborate and communicate with one another, open office layouts might allow them to do so more effectively.

Therefore, it is more productive to provide people with creative roles in an organization with cubicles, pods, or workstations along a long table. To maximize the positive effects of natural light and teamwork in the workplace, arrange desks in a row along windows.

These days, a flexible, cutting-edge workplace welcomes a variety of employees and their various ways of working. Variable shift workstations, Zoom rooms that can be set up in minutes, and on-demand conference rooms help employees work when and how they like.

Indoor/Outdoor Options

People who spend most of their time inside benefit greatly from access to natural light and good air quality in the workplace. It is becoming increasingly common for businesses to use green spaces such as sunbeds, breezeways, and indoor gardens when the weather is suitable. Patios, terraces, and picnic spaces are common features in modern office spaces, allowing workers to enjoy fresh air and sunshine throughout the workday. Establishing good feng shui in the workplace may also be accomplished in this fashion.

Further, preliminary studies of SAD and related mental health disorders revealed that exposure to natural light, greenery, mobility, and exercise were significant factors in patients’ reported improvements in mood. If a worker were to peek out a window, what would they see? The view and natural light are improved when landscaping is redone, and furniture is relocated away from windows so they don’t block them.

Quiet Areas

Having a peaceful place to be alone with one’s thoughts might be inspirational for workers who have been at home for a while and have just returned to the workplace. You may readily achieve this by reimagining smaller workplaces such that in addition to large communal areas, workers also have private sanctuaries where they can relax and think creatively.

Integrate User-Friendly Tech

Employees want their workday to go as smoothly and efficiently as other aspects of their lives. As a result, you should provide as much attention to the user experience of your staff as you do to that of your customers. There will be a significant decrease in output if your staff cannot effectively utilize the tools you provide. Put another way, it’s useless if it’s not user-friendly. In addition to a well-managed workplace, virtual collaboration technologies are critical to enhancing the user experience.

Better and Healthier Amenities

Healthy amenities are increasingly being included in the design of new office buildings. The availability of refreshment options like snack carts, cafés, high-end vending machines, and cooking facilities encourages workers to take a break and creates fantastic opportunities for impromptu dialogues that may lead to innovative solutions.

Handling plants can lower blood pressure and anxiety, and indoor plants can purify air and remove toxic gases.

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Content: Planting, Watering and Healing: Surprising Health Benefits of Indoor Plants

The grass isn't always greener. Since the early 80's, scientists have studied the biophilia hypothesis – that seeing plants is beneficial to our physical and mental health. With increased urbanization, exacerbated by lockdowns due to a global pandemic, it's becoming harder and harder to ‘go out and get some air.'

The indoor plant market, already spiking in 2019, continues to surge – expected to grow exponentially in the coming years.

A study released by Data Bridge Market Research estimates the indoor plant market will reach $26.23 billion by 2029. The physical and mental health benefits of succulents and other indoor houseplants are important factors.

Many people may be surprised to discover the lesser-known benefits of indoor gardens, but experienced horticulturalists and gardeners have been advocating for the expansion of home gardens for decades.

Stress and Anxiety Reduction

The addition of real or artificial indoor plants has become a standard practice in many offices, hospitals, schools, and other institutions. According to researchers, just seeing a living plant in the otherwise sterile hospital waiting room environment has been shown to reduce stress levels.

In another study, subjects were asked to repot a living plant or complete a computer-generated task. Those who handled the plants reported feeling more at ease and also experienced lower blood pressure. Participants who performed the computer-based task reported higher levels of anxiety and elevated blood pressure.

Maria Failla, Garden Expert and host of the Growing Joy with Plants podcast, shares, “When I was struggling with depression, it was helpful for me to keep plants indoors that helped me get out of my head and drop into the present. I'd see how many senses I could engage while taking 3 mindful breaths alongside my plants. Scented plants like herbs and geraniums are amazing for this. I love the rose-scented geranium for its romantic scent and the fuzzy leaves I could rub, pinch and take deep inhales with.”

Speed Up The Healing Process

A number of indoor houseplants, such as snake plants, orchids, and spider plants, have natural air purification qualities. Others improve a room’s humidity level or deliver a soothing fragrance. Microgreens also provide essential nutrients, making them ideal for patients in recovery.

Even seeing an indoor houseplant can improve a recovering patient’s mental and emotional state. One study concluded that installing indoor gardens in hospital rooms and public areas positively impacted overall recovery times and patient satisfaction.

Improve Mood During Isolation

The COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent household quarantines created a spike in indoor plant sales as many consumers discovered the natural air purification benefits of succulents and other plant species. Indoor gardening also provided isolated households with an activity that could be performed safely while under quarantine.

A study conducted in Bulgaria concluded that participants who maintained a home garden or raised houseplants had fewer incidents of anxiety or depression during enforced lockdowns than others who did not invest in plants or other greenery.

Cassidy Tuttle, gardening expert and owner of Succulents and Sunshine, observes, “Succulents are great plants for people who have depression. They don't require as much work as other plants, so they can tolerate the ups and downs that frequently come with depression. They stay looking healthy even if they're not watered regularly. Haworthiopsis fasciata, Zebra Plant, is an especially good option for indoor plants because it doesn't require a lot of light or water.”

Best Entry-Level Houseplants For Starting Indoor Gardens

Annie Schreck, Research Director at Mountain Crest Gardens, offers some insights and recommendations for beginners. “At Mountain Crest Gardens, we hear back from customers all the time that filling their homes and offices with succulents brightens their mood every day. The studies I have seen in this realm indicate that having plants around can correlate with improved student performance in classrooms and reductions in stress and sick days in workplaces. I certainly hope more researchers investigate these complex human-plant interactions.

Schreck adds, “There’s something about having other living creatures in a room that makes it feel cozy and inviting. Caring for them and seeing them respond is just so rewarding. And the great thing is, everyone gets to explore which varieties lift their mood the most! If you’re not sure where to start, I’d recommend indoor succulents like Haworthia, Jade plants, and Gasteria.”

Snake Plants

Snake plants (Sansevieria trifasciata)—also known as mother-in-law’s tongue— are thick-leaved succulents prized for their resilience and tolerance for drought. They grow well under low-light conditions, which makes them ideal for indoor gardens and room decor.

One major health benefit of snake plants is natural air purification. This goes beyond the standard absorption of carbon dioxide, however. Snake plants also remove and filter toxic gases such as benzene, xylene, and formaldehyde. They are also said to reduce headaches, improve respiration, and reduce eye irritations.

Microgreens

Microgreens such as broccoli, cabbage, and kale offer a wide range of health benefits, and their compact size makes them ideal for indoor gardens, especially hydroponics. Microgreens and fresh herbs provide home gardeners with flavorful aromatics and salad ingredients.

Among the many health benefits associated with microgreens are blood sugar regulation, vision protection, body weight reduction, and protection from anemia. Growing microgreens is also a highly recommended activity for those recovering from substance abuse since the plants provide the nutrition many addicts lack.

Orchids

While some orchid varieties have earned a reputation for being a challenge to grow, there are many varieties that require only minimal to moderate care. Besides their exceptional qualities as flowering plants, orchids are also natural air purifiers and oxygen generators. As part of a floral arrangement or as individual blooms, orchids have been shown in studies to reduce stress and improve mood.

Orchids are also recommended for people with sleep issues since the plant’s significant oxygen generation and aesthetic qualities both help create more soothing conditions at bedtime and during overnight hours.

Spider Plants

Spider plants have become popular houseplants for first-time home gardeners because of their child and pet-friendliness, ease of propagation, and exceptional air-purifying qualities. Beginning gardeners only need a small cutting from an existing spider plant to start their own projects.

The trailing leaves of a spider plant make it ideal for hanging baskets, a popular growing technique for limited spaces. The plant also raises the room’s humidity level, which helps address respiratory issues triggered by dry air conditions.

Peperomia Plants

 Because of their ability to thrive in drafty, dark, and humid locations in the home, peperomia plants are often referred to as “radiator plants”.  Peperomia plants are succulents, which means they are naturally resilient to abuse and require minimal maintenance.

Tinctures and other products derived from peperomia plants are used to address a range of medical ailments, including headaches, rheumatoid arthritis, and kidney issues. The plant also has antifungal and antioxidant properties.

Jade Plants

Another popular succulent for indoor gardens is the ornamental and medicinal jade plant. The jade plant’s distinctive round leaves have become associated symbolically with the acquisition of money and wealth. The jade plant’s appeal goes beyond the ornamental, however.

Products derived from the juice of the jade plant have been used in many cultures for the treatment of ailments including diabetes, skin wounds, digestive issues, and warts. In traditional Chinese culture, the presence of a jade plant also improves the flow of chi, or life force.

This article was produced by Media Decision and syndicated by Wealth of Geeks.

Gardening can help fight depression, and green therapy can reduce stress levels.

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Guangzhou, China, 2022-Oct-17 — /EPR Network/ — If you have depression and want to seek help from a doctor, he may suggest Green Therapy-Garden.

Christine Dow, 63, was originally referred to the garden by her GP to help overcome her depression. After a year of green therapy, she became a volunteer; for the past decade, she has spent a few hours every week supporting others referred to the project. “I’ve lived in Sydenham for 42 years and my husband was born here, but we never realized the garden was here,” she says. “My GP referred me to the garden years ago when I had depression. It was quite mild, but he thought gardening would be good for me. He was right. I came here for a year and saw all the seasons change,” she recalls. “It’s an oasis of calm. You can come here and, for however long you are here, the outside world stays outside.”

During 2017-2018, Sydenham Garden received 313 patient referrals from health professionals. A typical referral will be between six and 12 months. “I know from our stats that people are going to get as good mental health benefits from us as talking therapies,” says Sydenham Garden director Tom Gallagher. “On top of that, you can also get physical, social, and physiological benefits from gardening.” The majority of people referred will score in the low well-being category – according to the Warwick-Edinburgh scale – when starting, but score in the moderate well-being category upon completion.

When you are gardening you get very involved, because of all the elements and the seasons. You can’t run away from it; you can’t feel superior. And by watching things grow, you realize that it isn’t always the fault of the plant if things don’t work – it’s about the seasons and the weather. It’s the same with mental health issues: it’s not always your fault.

You who are reading this article at this moment, are you in a bad mood now? Take a look at the garden outside the window or the green plants in the room, and let yourself go for a while and enjoy the peace. From the evidence it compiled, it found that just viewing the green space through the windows can help people relax and reduce stress levels. Other evidence confirms that physical activity in gardening can improve mental health. It is better to start with a small space indoor vegetable garden, which can not only be used as an ornamental product but also can grow the fruits, vegetables, and herbs you want. Easy to take care of, suitable for busy working you. If you have already planted green plants indoors, add LED full spectrum light in winter, so that the plants can safely accompany you through the cold winter.

Auxgrow’s growing indoors with led lights also has the same function, with high efficiency and low energy consumption. The high and uniform PPFD provides more light to obtain dense buds and higher yields. The broad-spectrum LED growth lamp only consumes 150 watts and provides 435 μ mol/ms, which can be used as the best plant lamp for indoor planting. And light has kinds of functions, helping plants to provide light, but also providing light for you. We are a dynamic and innovative manufacturer, engaged in the research, development, production, and sales of horticultural lighting and hydroponic systems, with twelve years of horticultural experience. If you want to know more about our information and products, you can take a look at https://auxgrow.com/.

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To look at Andy Beales digging up Jerusalem artichokes and weeding around kale you wouldn’t think he was pushing boundaries. Like any sensible food grower he is shredding garden waste to speed up his composting and laying down straw to encourage worms. His shovel and wheelbarrow sit at the ready. But here’s the thing that I haven’t yet mentioned: he is on a roof – the roof of a suburban shopping centre, no less.

“It’s not like a normal farm where you can just whack in a star picket to make a climbing frame for your tomatoes,” Beales says. “If you want to bring in a cubic metre of compost, you’ve first got to think about the capacity of your goods lift.”

A normal farm this Burwood Brickworks rooftop might not be but it is a sign of what farms might yet become. As for what public parks might become, look no further than the manicured shrubs and timber day beds nestled in the sky between office towers in Collins Street. At the “Skypark”, the lawn is so green and so perfectly uniform that, when I visited this week, I had to touch it to check it was real.

Both these green roofs are mentioned in the new Maintenance Guidelines For Australian Green Roofs, which refocus our attention on an age-old idea that, after about a decade of active research, is starting to get a new foothold in Melbourne.

In the face of climate change, the biodiversity emergency and increasing urban density, green roofs can help make cities less destructive and more climate-resilient. They are cooling and biodiversity increasing. They reduce stormwater run-off, improve air quality and provide people with the pure pleasure of vegetation.

But only if they are well managed. Ignore them and they are doomed to failure. You might say this is true of every garden. But it is especially the case with landscapes on roofs, where almost nothing comes about by chance.

Green roofs are engineered “systems” with specially designed waterproofing, protection and drainage layers. The plants are growing in carefully concocted substrates applied at specific depths. The plants themselves are chosen to ensure they can cope with conditions off the ground.

The new maintenance guidelines, written by the University of Melbourne’s John Rayner, Elspeth Lumsden and Rachael Bathgate, detail how to manage all this in the local climate.

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They discuss the need for safe access, for ensuring all the different green roof layers remain intact and for managing effective irrigation and drainage. They emphasise the importance of understanding how plants – including weeds – behave differently on roofs compared to the ground.

Some of this is as simple as maintaining adequate substrate depth and not using hand tools with sharp points or edges that might pierce underlying layers. Some things – like cutting back plants that start to overly dominate – are similar to what you would do on the ground. But other tasks, such as removing woody weeds that develop potentially damaging taproots, can take on new urgency.

The key is to nail down how you will tend the roof from when it is first being designed, and then to stick to the schedule and also monitor the space regularly. While the guidelines, which can be downloaded for free, are largely aimed at those in planning, design, maintenance and management roles, they are relevant for anyone thinking about installing vegetation on the roof of their own home.

Although there have always been enthusiasts like Brod Street, who, about a decade ago conducted his own research and installed a beguiling grassland on top of his 1890s Hawthorn brick cottage – then added a successful “wetland” in 2019 and then a high-yielding vegetable patch on top of his backyard shed in January this year – there are lots of potential pitfalls for the uninitiated.

Even for the experienced some green roofs are easier to manage than others. The guidelines detail how much more care is required for the sort of productive roof currently being tended by Beales at the Burwood Brickworks, for example, compared with a lightweight, restricted-access one predominantly composed of low-growing succulents. To guarantee success, it’s crucial to tailor the maintenance plan to the site.

“There have been some really sad disasters around Melbourne,” Rayner says. “I am a fan of green roofs but I am a fan of successful green roofs. There is no point installing these things if they are not going to be sustained successfully. These are living landscapes that need maintenance planned into their design and management.”

Maintenance Guidelines For Australian Green Roofs can be downloaded for free from girg.science.unimelb.edu.au.

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The beauty of the gravel garden can also reduce labor by 80%, which gardeners will pay attention to when considering the gardening model.
Jeff Epping, director of horticulture at Olbrich Botanical Garden in Madison, Wisconsin, built his first gravel garden in 2009, followed by three more.
He said that he did not like to use the name of the gravel garden, because the name does not make people imagine what it is, just as the rock garden is not all rock, and the gravel is not the protagonist of the gravel garden.
But gravel plays an important supporting role in the garden, supporting the competing natural herbs and flowers.
“When I talk to people who have never seen a gravel garden, they are interested in the concept, and when they see the pictures, they praise it. It ’ s really beautiful, ” he said.
The gravel garden is a four to five inch thick gravel under the soil layer, which can prevent weeds from taking root and breeding in the garden, and can also reduce soil erosion, so that water can penetrate directly into the roots of flowers and plants, which can help the growth of flowers and plants.
In addition, the input of gardening labor can be greatly reduced, and the use of topdressing is no longer required.
Save the worry of mowing
Ai Ping said that the gravel garden does not take too much time to dot, which is less time and effort than maintaining the lawn.
If the flowers and grass of the gravel garden are lush, the lawn of the yard can be used as a parking lot.
After transforming the meadow in front of his family ’ s door into a gravel garden in 2018, his regular mowing has since become a leisure to watch bees, butterflies and birds graze on grass.
When he visited the UK many years ago, he was impressed by the lifelike gravel gardens, especially in Essex, England, where the car park was transformed into a nursery and garden for tourists.
But he did not take action, only after visiting the Northwind farm in Burlington, Va., and the Schmidt garden designed by a German designer, he felt he was moving, and decided to build his first gravel garden at Olbrich Botanical Garden.
Like Apin, Andrew Bunting, vice president of the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society, loves gravel gardens. He is a frequent visitor to the gravel gardens at Chanticleer Gardens in Wayne, Pennsylvania, where he lives not far away.
Banting said that the outbreak of the epidemic caused him to turn inspiration into action.
Banting has been working from home in 2020, sitting at home every day from the window looking at the lawn in the front yard, feeling very boring, thinking that the lawn needs to be modified.
In addition, the impetus that prompted him to do the gravel garden was that the courtyard grew two kinds of stubborn weeds, and he was thinking that the weeds could not be crushed by the gravel and not grow again.
Light isn't a big problem.
The ideal gravel garden should be flat, with a slight slope and easy drainage, and adequate lighting is not a problem.
Ai Ping said that his yard has a large shade, because the sun is blocked by a huge oak tree, but the gravel garden still has the Eurybia divaricata and E. macrophylla, both native plants, in addition to the blue-stemmed yellow flowers (Solidago caesia) and the moss plant (Carex)., as well as non-native plants such as Epimedium and Hosta, are also growing well.
To avoid weeds taking root in the garden, soil preservation under gravel is key.
After digging four to five inches below the ground, lay a layer of gravel in the garden like a bed.
The rubble should be surrounded by a wall six inches high, so that the small stone blocks do not spread out.
If the gravel layer is shallow, the seeds of the weeds will fall into the soil and take root and germinate.
The side walls of the garden can be made of any material, as long as they are solid, including stone, brick, concrete, and wood.
It should be noted that although the wood is good, it will rot over time.
In addition, the wall foundation of the neighbor's house and the sidewalk next to the street can also be used as a side wall of the garden.
When Banting began to renovate his gravel garden, he asked people to dig up the topsoil to make the surface of the garden level with the sidewalk, and then put in the gravel.
Gravel can be made of hard granite or quartz, but do not use limestone or sandstone.
As for the size of the rubble, Banting believes that three-quarters to one-quarter of an inch can be used, and the rubble used is about half an inch large.
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Whether excavation is needed or not, most of the vegetation on the ground has to be removed to allow for gravel.
Trees and bushes in the garden can be preserved, but the soil at the upper end of the roots should be removed so that rubble can be laid.
For plants grown in gravel gardens, choose between a pint or a quart size because the root system of a plant of this size is roughly the same as the depth of the gravel layer, Apin said.
Each plant is placed in a bucket containing soil that has been removed from or near the root of the plant.
Banting said that when planting plants, if the roots still carry the soil that was originally wrapped in it, it will be easy to grow weeds.
Ai Ping also said that the rubble should be kept as clean as possible, so he always wears gloves when planting plants.
Apart from droughts, gravel gardens are hardly watered, but the roots of the plant are still loose in the first weeks of planting and have not yet penetrated the rock layer into the soil, so water is needed every few days.
The seasonal nature and drought resistance of plants are two of Ai Ping's major considerations when choosing plants for gravel gardens.
Mr Banting favours hardier varieties, including the hybrid western Opuntia pear cactus, and South Africa ’ s Aloe polyphylla, which he believes is a long-term consideration.
Banting said that if the roots of the plant remain dry in gravel instead of in wet and cold puddles, it proves to be more cold resistant.
Choose drought-resistant, cold-resistant plants
Native plants of the American prairie meet the requirements of Ai Ping, who particularly likes the lavender Echinacea pallida, Euphorbia corollata, Penstemon digitalis, and Coreposis palmata.
Epping ’ s gardens are densely planted, perhaps one foot apart, with flowering perennials mixed with prairie water plants (Sporobolus heterolepis) and small blue stem (Schizachyrium scoparium), among other non-native scale plants.
One of the brightest is Allium angulosum Summer Beauty, which blooms like lavender in midsummer and is very attractive to bee pollinators.
In Ai Ping's garden, the flowers that grow up appear to be stiff and stiff.
The garden in Banting is another style, looking out from the inside, the rubble in the garden is clearly visible, and the lush blue star (Amsonia hubrichtii) and the catmint (catmint) and other flowers, complemented by purple wilderness grass.
The gravel garden does not need to do a lot of things, including no weeding and watering, no need for root protection and fertilization, and the gravel also fixed the edge of the garden, so that every spring there is no need to cut grass like a normal garden.
But in late winter and early spring, the garden needs to be cleaned, all the herbaceous plants removed, and the fallen leaves and plant debris removed, so that the organic matter does not break down into media that can induce the weeds to grow.
A hair dryer can be used to clean the garden, especially if the area is large and inconvenient to clean the garden. The hair dryer can blow away the plant debris that enters the stone crevice, including the fallen petals and fallen leaves.
But Banting said he was prepared to conduct an experiment in which the seeds of the plant would fall into the gravel and allow it to grow freely.
Gravel makes a unique garden that inspires creativity, but it takes a lot of new learning to put it into practice, including for experienced gardeners.
“Gravel gardens are fun, but I ’ m not an expert on this, ” says Banting.“ I found myself a new gardener for Gravel Gardens. ”
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Drought-tolerant plants, such as olive and holm oak trees, lavender and rosemary shrubs, and stipa tenuissima and muhlenbergia capillaris grasses, are suitable for vertical gardens in dry climates.

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As I write this, I've just scrolled through some photos of my garden taken in July 2022. The images show a parched plot suffering from lack of water during what was later named the driest July since 1935.

Today, nobody knows what summer still has left in store, but canny folk can stay one step ahead of the weather by making their gardens more drought resistant.

A few small changes now will make a big difference to how your garden fares if the mercury soars and rain refuses to fall. For example, improving soil, collecting rainwater and good husbandry practices will all help. However, the key thing is to introduce some plants that have evolved to survive in dry ground with low levels of rainfall.

Apart from making gardens more resilient during a dry spell, adding a few of the right plants also makes life easier for anyone pushed for time – once established, they tend to be able to look after themselves, meaning there's no need for lugging watering cans around twice a day.

There are countless trees, shrubs, perennials, grasses, climbers and even annuals that are drought tolerant. Many originate from the Mediterranean and share similar traits – leaves are often silver or a grey-green colour to reflect sunlight, and they tend to be small or narrow in size, possessing fewer pores than larger ones to reduce moisture loss.

Plants such as this Agapanthus 'Blue Storm' will thrive through a heatwave

Look closely and you'll notice the leaves and stems of some plants are covered in a layer of fine, downy hair. This stuff is very tactile, but it's there for the practical purpose of trapping any moisture from the air. Others have foliage coated with a shiny, waxy layer that slows down the speed of water loss.

Common olive, Gleditsia triacanthos 'Skyline', holm oak and Turkish hazel are all trees that will remain happy if it doesn't rain. Several conifers are equally durable, with Italian cypress and stone pine being among the best.

There's no shortage of drought-tolerant shrubs. Oleander, Elaeagnus angustifolia, phillyrea and phlomis are at the top end of the size scale, while those looking for something smaller can pick from the likes of lavender, cistus, curry plant and perovskia. Shrubby, evergreen herbs such as rosemary, common sage and thyme thrive in dry soil with full sun.

In the world of perennials, Stachys byzantina 'Silver Carpet' forms a mat of woolly, grey-white leaves and Verbena bonariensis boasts 6ft tall stems topped with purple flowers. Sea holly, agapanthus and Crambe maritima can all handle dry weather in their stride.

Those looking for grasses should snap up Stipa tenuissima and Muhlenbergia capillaris, and as for bulbs, Allium sphaerocephalon and Tulipa sprengeri are perfect. Passion flowers and jasmine will provide a vertical show whatever the weather, and osteospermum, gazania and verbena are great bedding plants for containers.

Use plants to plug gaps in beds and borders, or display an array by creating the ultimate drought-tolerant planting scheme… a gravel garden. To make one, remove any surface vegetation and define the perimeter with stone edging or similar. Cover the soil with a 2-3in deep layer of gravel.

As for planting, scrape back some gravel and dig a hole – the bottom of the rootball should be in the soil, and its top level with the surface of the gravel.

Improving your soil and keeping up with garden maintenance will help to drought-proof your garden. If you have soil that drains like a sieve in summer, dig in plenty of garden compost or well-rotted manure to help it retain moisture.

Mulching soil traps moisture in the ground and prevents it evaporating quickly during windy or warm weather. Spread a 2-3in layer of garden compost, leafmould or composted bark over bare, damp ground (if the soil is dry, give it a soaking) and rake level – take care not to cover low growing plants and leave a gap around the stems of woody specimens.

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I have a 20-year-old black bamboo that's developed small brown flowers. I once read that bamboos die after flowering – is this correct?

Marianne Kilmartin

Usually, but not always. To try to save your plant, cut back all canes and then feed with a high nitrogen fertiliser. If the plant doesn't produce new canes next spring, then the chances are that it's dead. Interestingly, all black bamboos that come from the same mother plant as yours will also be flowering now or in the near future.

My hydrangea has got a few leafy shoots without flowers that are higher than the bulk of shoots that carry flowers. Should I prune them off?

Jo Butcher

No. Most hydrangea produce their flowers on two-year-old wood, so those leafy shoots will bear blooms next summer.

Got a problem in your plot? Email Martyn Cox at martyn.cox1@outlook.com

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Forming a 3ft tall mound of lance-shaped, dark green leaves, it bears masses of crimson blotched, white flowers between June and July.

2. Euphorbia 'Miner's Merlot'

From June until September, this perennial bears lime-green flowers on 2ft tall stems above clumps of purple flowers.

3. Fremontodendron 'California Glory'

A sun loving, evergreen wall-shrub that produces a succession of 3in wide, bright yellow flowers all summer long against a foil of lobed leaves.

4. Nerium oleander

Oleander is a tall, tough, evergreen shrub with lance-shaped leaves and tropical-looking, pink, white or red blooms.

5. Phlomis italica

Balearic Island sage is a spreading, evergreen shrub up to 3ft tall that carries whorls of pale pink flowers in early summer.

Tropical plants, on the other hand, require regular watering and rich soils with balanced nutrients to thrive.

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The garden in the tropical style has long been not only an exotic, but also a romantic place that can be found in many parts of the world.
It is able to effectively decorate the space at your home, as well as significantly increase the total value of the property.
If the climatic conditions of your region do not allow you to create a tropical garden under the open sky, then it can always be placed in your own greenhouse.
The main thing is to think about the layout in advance and choose the right plants.
Often, the desire to acquire a garden in a tropical style arises after a vacation in one of the hot countries, where palms, vines and other plants characteristic of this style were found everywhere.
They are able to conquer everyone at first sight with their grandeur and beauty.
That is why I want to bring a piece of solar memories to my garden, filling it with similar seedlings.
We will tell you about the features and main nuances of a tropical garden created in our latitudes.
Do your plants need shading?
Before you start planting selected plants, study the requirements for their content.
In addition to the optimal temperature and humidity, you should pay attention to how they carry direct sunlight.
If there are plants in the tropical garden that need shading, then it should be created before planting such seedlings in the ground.
Best of all, the shadow creates an artificial cover or tall trees, under which some species can protect themselves from the scorching sun.
In the second case, we recommend choosing plants with wide leaves and powerful branches that will create a dense shadow on a significant area under their crowns.
It can be palm trees, tipuans or carob trees.
Learn about the local climate
The first thing you need to do to implement the idea of   creating a tropical garden is to study the local climate.
Its main characteristics, such as average monthly temperatures, rainfall and wind patterns, will be the starting point in choosing plants for your garden.
Most tropical trees and bushes prefer a hot and even arid climate.
This is understandable, because the territory of their origin is the tropics and subtropics, where it is always warm.
Some species have already adapted to moderate temperatures, but negative readings of the thermometer will withstand only a few.
Of great importance is the regular watering of tropical plants.
Many neglect this, believing that water can harm the root system.
But it is worth remembering the traditional tropical downpours, which saturate the soil with a large amount of moisture.
It stores plants for the entire dry period.
If the climate of your region only partially meets the requirements described, then you can arrange a tropical garden in a greenhouse type building.
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In addition to the climate, careful assessment requires the soil at the site of the proposed garden.
It is the basis that has a tremendous impact on the appearance, growth rate and durability of tropical plants.
The ideal option is considered rich soils in which the natural balance of nutrients for the root system is observed.
If your site is located on sandy and clay soils, then they must be additionally fertilized.
It is better to do this with compost, mulch and other means to improve the soil, which must be applied at a distance of at least 15 cm deep.
If your site is located in the lowland part and water stagnates there, then this can serve as a factor in the deterioration of soil properties and lead to the death of plants or their frequent diseases.
The fact is that pathogenic microorganisms and mold fungi begin to develop in constantly moist soil, which absorb the lion ’ s share of useful substances, thereby depleting the soil.
Therefore, we recommend using such an agricultural method as weeding the top layer of soil after heavy precipitation.
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In our temperate zone, tropical plants are exotic, not the norm.
They can be seen in botanical gardens, closed greenhouses or frequent houses, where special conditions are created for representatives of the named family.
When we hear something about the tropics, the first thing we imagine is luxurious palm trees.
Indeed, these plants are among the most common inhabitants of exotic gardens.
There are many different types of them, each of which is beautiful in its own way.
Some palm trees are quite resistant to short-term mild winters, if they are wrapped with insulating material.
At the seaside resorts of our country, you can see the trees of this species, which perfectly adapted to the climatic characteristics of the region.
As for other plants for a tropical garden, in our band, individual varieties of lianas, begonias and ficus take root well.
But to create a full-fledged and diverse green corner with an exotic character, we recommend building a separate room for it, in which it would be possible to regulate the temperature and humidity of the air.
Or plant thermophilic plants in flower pots, which are brought into the house with the onset of cold weather.
Plan the layout of your garden
Before starting work on the creation of a tropical garden, you need to plan everything properly.
In particular:
- where and what plants will be planted;
- routes and style of design paths for leisurely walks;
- lighting and garden decor;
- irrigation system.
These aspects have a significant impact not only on the aesthetic perception of the garden, but also on its productivity and growth rate.
To visualize what you would like to recreate, use special programs that are available to everyone on the Internet.
You can seek advice and help from professionals in the industry - landscape architects.
They will not only acquaint you with the rules of registration of the site in a tropical style, but also help with practical tips.
Recommendations for the design of the green zone you will find in the Book of ideas How to make a beautiful garden.
Place a cover or hedge of plants to protect the garden from strong winds
Depending on the climate, there may be strong and cold winds in your region.
They can cause significant harm to the plants of the tropical garden, not only breaking them, but also frostbite.
To prevent such troubles, you can build a special mechanical cover in the form of an elegant fence.
Such a fence looks very beautiful if it is made in the form of a hedge.
It harmoniously fits into the style of a tropical garden and at the same time reliably protects plants in windy weather.
Add decorations like Buddha and other inspirational Asian statues
Make the design of a tropical garden original and unique will help successful decor.
The easiest and most effective way is to use different statues.
With the style of the tropics, sculptures in the Asian style look perfect.
First of all, these are all kinds of designs with the image of the Buddha, as well as other Eastern symbols.
Such compositions will bring tranquility to the green area near the house and make the atmosphere of the garden positive.
You can beautifully decorate the garden with the help of ordinary stones of various sizes, colors and shapes.
These natural materials expressively shade the lush greenery of plants and harmonize with the environment.
Learn how to care
In order for the tropical garden you created to please you from year to year, you need to study the basic rules for caring for it.
In addition to regular routine procedures, such as inspecting plants, watering and loosening the soil, more serious measures should be taken twice a year.
Plants that require pruning should be brought into the desired form only in the spring, in order to minimally injure their branches and prevent death.
At the same time, the soil is fertilized, cleaned of foreign objects and dry leaves.
Autumn is the time to prepare the garden for winter.
Tropical plants are sheltered or brought into the room if they grow in pots.
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