# Climbing Potted Plants The Wallflower Vertical Garden is Fit for Homes with Small Yards By Amelia Roblin | Published 2011-02-28 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wallflower-vertical-garden References: [apartmenttherapy](http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/ny/wallflower-vertical-garden--140200) & [haldanemartin.co.za](http://www.haldanemartin.co.za/proj12.php) If you live on a short, urban plot of land, the Wallflower Vertical Garden by Haldane Martin may be your only option for landscaping. The South African design firm has developed the system of [climbing potted plants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/musa-apartment) with the environment in mind. Made of recycled roto-molded polyethylene plastic, the [green wall planters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/planter-300) can be fixed to walls with an intricate network of coated steel branches and trellises. For ease of maintenance, the Wallflower Vertical Garden comes with an effortless [drip irrigation system](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tendril-1) -- but a powerful hose or an out-the-window water valve will also do the trick. The honeycomb pattern of flowerpots ascending the facade of a structure strikes a certain organic delight for the eyes. Planned to be revealed at the Design Indaba Expo 2011, the Wallflower Vertical Garden is sure to acquire a burgeoning base of admirers who can help kick-start this project's production. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 29% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Vertical Gardens:** The rising trend of vertical gardens has created an opportunity for the development of innovative plant design and installation technology. - **Sustainable Landscaping:** The trend towards using eco-friendly materials in landscaping has created an opportunity for businesses to design and manufacture sustainable landscape products. - **Urban Farming:** The growing demand for urban farming has provided an opportunity for businesses to develop products that can be used in small spaces like apartments and rooftops. ### Who This Affects Most - **Gardening and Landscaping:** The development of vertical gardens has created an opportunity for companies in the gardening and landscaping industry to create sustainable and environmentally-friendly products. - **Architecture and Construction:** The growing trend towards eco-friendly and sustainable building designs presents an opportunity for architects and construction companies to incorporate vertical gardens in their designs. - **Home Improvement:** The trend towards vertical gardening has created an opportunity for companies in the home improvement industry to introduce eco-friendly vertical garden kits for installation in homes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vibrant Dynamic Wall Plant-Hangers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floos.md) - [Mini Mess-Free Garden Units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hydroponics-garden.md) - [Vertical Workstation Wall Planters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ceramic-wall-planter.md) - [Wall-Mounted Hydroponic Gardens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hydroartpod.md) - [Plant-Filled Latticed Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/touching-eden-house.md) - [Trellis-Equipped Indoor Planters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blume-planter.md) - [Minimalist Indoor Gardening Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balconyfarm-pot.md) - [Architecture-Inspired Indoor Gardens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegetment-vegetable-cultivator.md) - [Space-Saving Hydroponic Gardens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-hydroponic-garden-tower.md)