Recommendations for choosing an artificial vertical garden

Tips for choosing an artificial vertical garden

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Artificial vertical gardens have become a trendy decorative element for terraces, homes, gardens, and balconies. Their aesthetic blends perfectly with all decorating styles, from minimalist and natural to rustic or vintage. 

The benefits of artificial vertical gardens are numerous, and among them we can find a feeling of well-being, spaciousness, and color.

We generally classify vertical gardens into three types: 

  • Natural ones. These are those made up of natural plants that require care, maintenance and watering. 
  • Preserved. Those that are composed of natural plants treated with a special preservation process. They require no maintenance.
  • Artificial gardens: These are gardens made with materials such as polyethylene to perfectly imitate a natural garden. They require no maintenance or watering.

A vertical garden for every lifestyle

Choose your lifestyle

To choose one type of vertical garden over another, you'll need to be well aware of your plant care skills . If you love nature and have the time and a green thumb, a natural garden is undoubtedly the best fit for your lifestyle. 

However, if you're always in a hurry and short on time, and you forget to water your plants, an artificial vertical garden is ideal for adding a touch of nature to your decor without any maintenance and looking perfect as the first day.

Choose a place

Furthermore, it's important to consider the location where you want to place a vertical garden. If the spot is shady , forget about a natural garden and consider an artificial one from the start. If the location is very sunny, you should also consider an artificial garden as your best option, since thanks to its UV treatment it won't fade or burn like a natural one can. 

Choose an artificial vertical garden

Recommendations for choosing vertical gardens

Density

One of the qualities of artificial vertical gardens that allows us to measure product quality is the number of leaves or branches per square meter. An optimal density is between 1200 and 1600 leaves per square meter. This density ensures that the background is well covered and that the appearance is more realistic. 

Leaf quality

Wind and rain can cause leaves or branches to fall from artificial vertical gardens, just like in a natural one. If they're on the ground, they can be easily put back in place with a simple click. But if the wind gusts are strong and you can't find the leaves, you may need to replace the vertical garden. Therefore, it's important to carefully examine the type of attachment used to secure the leaves to the backing. 

Backing thickness

The part to which the leaves and branches of an artificial vertical garden are attached is called the backing. The thicker this surface the more resistant it will be to weather conditions. However, it will also lose flexibility, so you should consider your needs before choosing between different types of backing. In our online store, we offer galvanized steel backing (the hardest, most resistant, and most rigid) and recycled polyethylene mesh (less resistant but more flexible). 

Color

Color is another quality indicator of product quality. Products with duller, very bright colors are made with lower-quality. Conversely, gardens with minimal shine and vibrant, natural colors are of the highest quality. 

UV treatment

If you're looking for an outdoor vertical garden, it's important that it has UV protection from the sun's rays. Otherwise, continuous sun exposure will transform the green color into bluish tones, creating an unnatural appearance. Another consequence of not having proper sun protection is that cracks or degradation of the manufacturing materials may occur. Look for vertical gardens with at least a 3-year warranty. 

Fireproof treatment

The use of fire retardant in artificial vertical gardens is increasingly in demand, especially by professionals. Regulations for the decoration of public interior and exterior spaces have become stricter as a result of various events in recent years. 

If you're looking for fire-resistant vertical gardens, it's important to research the certification they have. Many websites offer fire-resistant gardens, but they don't have official certification. At jardinvertical.es, we have factory certificates for our fire-resistant products. Contact us, and we'll send them to you!

If you have any questions or would like to see a more detailed look at any of our artificial vertical garden models, please feel free to contact us on WhatsApp

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