Patent ID: 8281517
Filing Date: 2012-10-09
Classification: A01G,Y02P

Abstract:
1. A planter unit for a modular wall planting system, comprising: a mounting portion mounted to a substantially vertical outer surface of a wall structure; a receptacle portion extending outwardly from the mounting portion and including a plurality of sidewalls and a bottom wall that cooperate to form a first compartment adapted to receive plant matter therein, the plurality of sidewalls cooperating to form an upwardly opening aperture adapted to allow plant matter to extend therethrough, the receptacle portion further including a divider cooperating with the sidewalls and the bottom wall to define a second compartment positioned substantially below the first compartment, the divider including at least one drain aperture extending therethrough and providing fluid communication between the first compartment and the second compartment, the bottom wall including at least one weep aperture extending therethrough and adapted to allow fluid to flow from the second compartment to an exterior of the receptacle, and wherein the plurality of sidewalls include an input aperture and an output aperture for receiving fluid flow therethrough.