Tuesday 18 August 2015

Setting Up Vertical Gardening System



If you are living in a city like Florida and are wondering about Florida Agriculture, then Vertical Gardening System is your ideal choice. In this method, small area could be utilized to grow maximum crops. However, you can decide on the space on your own. The basic structure needed for vertical garden is the panel or the frame which is used for growing the plants. There are some pre-made frames available which will have all the necessities to set up a vertical garden. In case, you are making your own frame then it is ideal to go for the metal which will not rust otherwise you can even opt for wood. But whatever you use it must be strong enough to hold the plants which are heavy especially when they are wet. In case, you go for wood, use those which will not rot. The frame could be made to stand alone or could be attached to the wall but the wall should be strong enough to support the frame. Introduction of waterproofing between your frame and wall is also a good idea.

Next you have to select the growing medium and it is ideal to use non-organic growing medium that are shaped as pockets to hold plants. Next you have to set up the irrigation system where you need to set up a reservoir or water container which will run the length of your frame. When the pipe is extended backwards to the reservoir the excess water will go back to it. This way we can save water and it need not be wasted.

If you find this method of Florida Agriculture to be complicated, then you can opt for climbing plants sowed on a pot or ground might cover the wall. Instead of allowing themselves to find their way, it is ideal to attach a fine mesh to your Vertical Growing System which should be invisible especially when your plants start to flourish.