Tuesday, March 26, 2013

Sustainable growing media

Benefits of Vertical Eco Gardening



1.  Beauty abounds and adds visual drama
2.  Takes a fraction of the space that horizontal gardening does.
3.  Easier on knees and back, no bending
4.  Conserves water
5.  Watering takes less effort
6.  Weeds are controlled if not reduced 100%
7.  Reduces CO2 levels and increases oxygen
8.  Acts as natural insulation for hot and cold air
9.  Aeration of plants is more efficient
10.  Covers up views of plain or ugly walls
11.  Fresh produce at your fingertips.
12.  Plants are less accessible to diseases and pests
13.  Live plants decrease stress levels, create peaceful ambiance
14.  Increases value and saleability of your home or office building


  
You don't have to limit your Vertical Eco Garden to just a few varieties of herbs & lettuce
 
Broccoli, peppers, beans, greens (collard, mustard, turnip, kale just to name a few) tomatoes, summer squash, semi bush, cucumbers, Bok Choy, Swiss Chared, lettuce, spinach, cherry tomatoes, strawberries, egg plant,

Herbs: Cilantro, Coriander, basil, chives, dill, oregano, parsley, thyme, cat nip, cat grass, sage, stevia, lemon balm, fennel, spearmint, rosemary

The list goes on... 

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