At Eco Brooklyn, our commitment goes beyond merely providing you with a green wall adorned with lush plant life. We offer a comprehensive service, overseeing every step of the project – from crafting a personalized living wall design and planting the greenery to installing the green wall and ensuring its ongoing maintenance. But what happens to your green wall after we’ve completed the project? How long does it take for the plants to adapt to their new environment, and what care does your living wall need in the initial period and beyond?
The Acclimatization Period
Once we have carefully planted your chosen greenery in the modules, it’s important to observe their progress. Plants need time to adjust to their new surroundings, and initially, they may experience a slight “post-planting shock.” However, as the weeks pass, they will acclimate to the optimized humidity and lighting conditions we provide. Typically, full adaptation takes about one to two months, at which point your vertical garden should be firmly established.
It is worth noting that, like any living being, a plant may occasionally struggle to adapt. Such cases are rare and usually affect only individual specimens. Rest assured, if within the first two months, a plant fails to stabilize or shows signs of illness, we will replace it with a healthy plant.
Plant Health Symptoms To Watch Out For On Your Green Wall
We carefully select robust and adaptable plants for our green walls, and most of them transition seamlessly to their new environment. Minor changes such as small dark spots on the leaves on some plants are entirely normal during the post-planting adjustment period. Over time, these plants reward your patience with vibrant, lush growth. Occasional leaf loss, yellowing, or drying up is also typical and shouldn’t cause concern, as everything usually returns to normal.
However, more severe abnormalities such as extensive discoloration, declining growth, or widespread wilting and leaf death are cause for alarm. These symptoms may indicate a fungal or pest infestation and should be addressed promptly. It’s essential to note that such issues occur exceptionally rarely in our projects.
How Long Does It Take For A Green Wall To Reach Its Peak Beauty?
While the acclimatization period lasts a maximum of two months, it takes a bit longer for the plants to reach their desired sizes and cover the entire wall. Initially, the planter modules may be visible to the naked eye, but with time, they’ll transform into a luxuriant thicket of leaves. Approximately three to four months after installation, your green wall should be nearly fully covered. The peak of beauty and lushness typically occurs around six months post-project implementation. However, the coverage continues to improve over time, and regular pruning helps maintain the desired shape.
Eco Brooklyn’s Post-Installation Maintenance Services
Our commitment to sustainability extends to the maintenance of your vertical garden. Even with the most exquisite design and an automated maintenance system, some level of care and professional oversight is necessary to keep the plants fresh and thriving for years to come. Our optimized irrigation and control system, along with well-selected assimilation lighting, simplify maintenance and provide optimal growing conditions.
Our services include maintenance visits to monitor and maintain the health of your living wall. During these visits, we assess the health of your green wall, ensure optimal irrigation, and address any issues with individual plants.
In most cases, our projects require only basic maintenance, focused primarily on preventive measures. Some of our green walls have surpassed three years without needing plant replacements. However, to ensure that your green wall thrives and maintains its lush appearance, we recommend scheduling regular maintenance checks with our team.
For any further queries on green wall maintenance in Brooklyn, New York, reach out to our team at Eco Brooklyn today!