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What is a Living Wall?

Let’s jump into our comparison of living walls and preserved moss walls by discovering what a living wall is. A living wall is a type of vertical garden that will be made up of living plants. You can create a living wall to fit your unique needs, adding your favourite plants and adjusting the size to fit the space you have available. Living walls can be found in homes, schools, offices and hospitals and they have many benefits to anyone who comes into contact with them on a regular basis.

Living walls are known for being very aesthetically pleasing and can be quite a dramatic interior design feature when added in an eye-catching location. Of course, the impact of your wall on the people who see it will also depend on the design you go for and the type of plants you add to your living wall. The good news is that living wall plants can be fully customized to fit your ideas and we’ll be excited to work with you to bring your vision to life.

What are the Benefits of Living Walls?

Adding a living wall or any type of indoor garden to a space can help to improve your well-being and emotional health. For employees or students who are stuck working inside all day long, research suggests that green walls can boost both productivity and creativity. Spending time in nature is associated with relaxation and improved health, and you’ll find that more greenery is a great way to offer your employees a connection with the outside world when they are working all day long.

Green wall plants can also support your environmental efforts as a business. They can help to make your building more energy efficient and can support your building temperature in both the summer and winter months. Make sure you do think carefully about preparing living walls for spring though, so that they still thrive as the temperature changes. A living wall can help to reduce your energy usage and carbon footprint, but you’ll need to ensure it is well maintained all year round to see these great benefits.

What is a Preserved Moss Wall?

To continue our discussion about the difference between a living wall vs moss wall, let’s look at what we mean when we talk about preserved moss walls. A preserved moss wall is quite similar in many ways to a living wall but it will be made from preserved moss and ferns. The additions to the wall are no longer living, and so the moss and plants will need very little maintenance and upkeep. In fact, you may be surprised to learn that a preserved moss wall can live for between two and eight years without needing any major work done to it. Compared to a living moss wall or a wall filled with plants that need constant attention, it’s a great option for busy business owners who don’t have the time to add gardening to their to-do list.

What are the Benefits of a Preserved Moss Wall?

Preserved moss walls are known for being low maintenance and won’t cost you too much to keep them in good condition. Try to keep the wall out of direct sunlight and away from areas of too high or low humidity, so that the moss retains its colour and texture. While you may need to do small touch ups to the wall, you’ll typically find that it can last for many years without any major work. Moss walls are still a very attractive addition to any space and the ferns and foliage are often seen as a work of art.

For noisy buildings, such as offices and hospitals, moss walls can help with noise reduction and reflecting sound waves. This can help with concentration and focus, which is something many employees struggle with on a regular basis. Finally, you’ll find that you add more nature into any space with this type of wall, boosting the well-being and relaxation levels of anyone who sees the wall regularly.

Are you interested in adding a living wall or preserved moss wall to your building? Contact us for more information or to discuss any questions you have about which would be the best option for your needs.