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Choose the wall with the light in mind.

Living plants need suitable light. A living wall may use natural daylight, dedicated grow lighting, or a combination. We assess the proposed location before selecting plants for a home in Round Rock or North Austin.

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Choose the wall with the light in mind.

A bright-looking room is only a starting point

The light reaching the plants depends on the window, distance, direction, shading, and time of day. A panel across the room can receive different conditions from a plant beside the glass.

Send photographs that show the nearest windows and the whole room. Tell us when direct sun reaches the proposed wall. We use that information to begin the assessment rather than selecting plants from appearance alone.

When grow lighting may be needed

A wall with too little suitable natural light may need dedicated lighting. The plan should cover the fixture location, power, controls, and access, as well as how the light looks in the room.

We discuss lighting before the installation quote is agreed. Ordinary room lighting does not automatically provide what the selected plants need. The solution should suit the plants and the way you use the space.

Outdoor light is different too

A covered porch, a shaded courtyard, and an exposed west-facing wall can behave differently. Heat, weather, and water needs also matter. We assess these conditions together for outdoor installations.

The aim is to choose compatible plants for the actual location. A mix selected only for colour may contain plants with conflicting needs, which can make ongoing care more difficult.

Keep checking as the space changes

Furniture, curtains, outdoor shading, and seasonal changes can affect the wall. Tell us about planned changes to the space. A maintenance plan can include checking how the plants respond and discussing adjustments.

Common questions

Can I install a plant wall without windows?

Possibly, with an appropriate grow-lighting plan. We assess the wall and any electrical requirements before committing to the design.

Can I choose any plants I like?

We start with your preferences, then choose plants suited to the light, watering arrangement, and location.

Further reading: Houseplant Care, Oklahoma State University Extension.

Terry Clarke

START WITH YOUR SPACE

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Send a photo. Let’s see what could work.

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