If you want some greenery in your garden but lack the space, time or inclination to create and maintain garden beds, why not consider a vertical garden? Ideal for courtyards or houses with paved backyards, vertical gardens are increasing in popularity due to their ability to breathe life into otherwise dull, "concrete" yards. They are relatively easy to create, easy to maintain and with the right care, will be a talking point for years to come when you have visitors over.
To help inspire you, we've put together a collection of our favourite vertical garden ideas:
1) Fix chicken wire to a wooden frame and then hang terracotta pots to create this garden anywhere in your backyard, without having to fix anything to an existing wall. Source: Country Living
2) Visit your local hardware store or search online for a vertical garden kit, which can be easily fixed to an existing wall or fence in your yard. Source: Vertical Gardens WA
3) Recyle plastic drink bottles for this funky look. String the bottle together vertically and hang anywhere in your yard. Source: Inhabitat
4) This modular design will add a modern look to your yard. You can make the boxes any size you like and build as high as you like. Source: ManMadeDIY
5) Repurpose any old metal container by adding chain to create a hanging display. Source: BHG
6) This vertical garden makes use of guttering, which can be placed either in a straight line or on an angle to create an eye-catching display. Source: GreenUpgrader
