Bringing Vertical Gardening to Life in Ireland: A Sustainable Sensory Garden
In a quest to explore innovative ways of gardening in Ireland, it was decided to delve into the world of vertical farming and gardening. The primary aim was to find an approach that was easy to use, adaptable, adaptable and environmentally friendly. The journey began with small-scale trials, and the knowledge gained from these initial trials laid the foundations for a larger installation.
After the initial trials, the project used the 'PlantBox living wall system' to create a larger installation. This larger installation will form part of a sensory garden display in a community-based horticultural enterprise in Donegal, Ireland.
What makes the PlantBox system particularly appealing is its scalability, modularity and ease of use. It's essentially a prefabricated system that can be easily stacked and expanded. What's more, it's environmentally friendly, being made entirely from recycled plastic. Each modular unit even comes with a self-contained, self-watering reservoir, making it a breeze to keep plants hydrated using a clever felt mat and capillary action.
Each PlantBox unit is identical, measuring 60cm long, 20cm high and 15cm deep. The project began with a trial of 10 of these modular units stacked vertically and side by side. When this trial showed promising results, it was decided to take the plunge and purchase a further 100 units.
