35 Unique Vertical Garden Ideas for Indoor and Outdoor Spaces
Get inspired by these creative DIY ideas for your balcony and other small spaces.
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If you consider yourself to be a plant mom, you likely have a few succulents or florals in your home. And if you're looking for new and creative ways to transform your small or large garden into the oasis of your dreams, there are an array of vertical garden ideas that'll showcase your plants' beautiful colors and textures. These arrangements even work for large or small spaces such as a balcony.
Whether you're hunting for decorating ideas for a dreamy backyard or budget-friendly small garden ideas for your home, our list has simple yet eye-catching options for your plant setup. After finding some of the best summer flowers to plant in your garden or preferred fall vegetable and floral options, it's time to start the decorating process. Some of these ideas are simple and DIY-based (from potted hanging planters to upcycled face-painted containers for any herb or houseplant), while others might take more time (including the vertical herb garden and copper pipe hanging planters). Regardless of the vertical gardening system you choose, it's sure to make a statement.
And for even more plant and gardening tips, check out these year-round evergreen shrubs, indoor herb garden kits, air-purifying kitchen plants and this step-by-step guide to repotting your plants without killing them.
Mariah Thomas (she/her) is an assistant editor for Good Housekeeping, where she covers home and lifestyle content. Mariah has more than four years of editorial experience, having written for TLC, Apartment Therapy, Women's Health and Avocado Magazine. She received her master's degree in journalism at the Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism and published her first book, Heart and Soul: Poems of Thoughts and Emotions, in 2019. She's also the founder of RTF Community, a platform for creatives of color to connect, learn and showcase their work.
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