Exterior Vertical Gardens The orientation of the external wall will determine the types of plants that would work best and their water requirements. External walls that receive sunlight often thrive as vertical gardens. Exposure to strong afternoon sun can create challenges and should require more resilient plant species.   It is important to ensure access to tap water and utilise an irrigation system. There is no need for additional drainage installations, on external setups – any surplus water typically evaporates quickly. Internal gardens When installing internal gardens, waterproofing the host wall and surrounding areas are critical avoid any water related issues.  Here are some steps we recommend: ; Choose suitable materials for the host wall and apply waterproofing measures accordingly. Install a trough and drainage point to capture any excess water that flows through the system. Ensure adequate Irrigation so that each plant receives the amount of water it requires. We recommend drip irrigation. for long term plant health and to minimise water consumption. Utilise timers to schedule and adjust the watering both on site and remotely.  LIGHT LEVELS – Different plants thrive better in environments with different light levels.  Vogue & Vine provide guidance and suggestions, for creating functional plant combinations suitable for indoor gardens with varying levels of natural light.