If unique and eye-catching is the name of the game, find out if snake plants can grow on a wall and try this vertical growing hack.
So, you have had your snake plant growing by your living room window for ages now, and it’s time to make a change. But what is one display idea for a snake plant that will make every head turn whenever you host guests? A vertical garden, of course! But can snake plants grow on a wall? Find out below!
What Are Vertical Garden Walls?
Before you start fetching new wall planters or grabbing your snake plant to mount on the wall, first let us get into the nitty-gritty of vertical garden walls.
Firstly, vertical gardens are a great way to bring greenery into urban spaces, like balconies, especially if you don’t have a full-fledged garden or yard. It’s a super-trendy way of getting some natural vibes into your indoor or even outdoor spaces.
Vertical gardens are structures that allow plants to grow upright, giving the illusion they’re sprouting from the wall itself. This is a great option for apartments or tight spaces because it frees up floor space. Indoors, they not only add beauty but also purify the air, reduce noise, and improve insulation and focus.
And when it comes to snake plants, you’re in luck—they’re one of the top choices for vertical gardens not just because of their air-purifying power, but because they thrive on neglect. Less fuss, more green—what’s not to love?
Designing a Vertical Garden Wall for Snake Plant
As the snake plant enters the picture, you should know that you cannot simply make them look like they are growing out of the walls. This is because snake plant leaves, depending on the species and variety, grow quite long, and they are hard to manage or navigate around if they are “growing out of walls”.
So, does that mean you cannot make a vertical garden out of snake plants? Not at all! And we will tell you how to pull this off—cheer up, because there are several ways!
1. Wall-Mounted Planters Can be Your Go-to
If you are more fond of the aesthetic of several snake plant pups growing side by side, lining a wall, this idea will be right up your alley! With wall-mounted planters, you will find it easier to monitor each of your snake plants, water them all at once, prune them at the same time, and more. Basically, maintenance will be a breeze!
All you have to take care of is ensuring that water draining out from each of the pots has somewhere to go, as you definitely do not want these striking plants to get root rot from sitting in excess water!
Also, choose breathable containers—good airflow around the roots helps prevent fungal issues, especially if the area doesn’t get strong ventilation.
Pro tip: Go for cylindrical snake plant varieties. Not only do they add dramatic flair, but placing them at different heights creates an eye-catching focal point.
2. Opt For a Trellis
Snake plants on a trellis? It might sound weird, considering they have long, vertical leaves. But these are perfect for adding an extra oomph to your decor and to making your garden wall more modern.
Of course, you must already be growing your snake plant on a shelf or wall-mounted planter for this to work and for it to be considered as a “vertical garden wall”.
However, if you do find some unique-looking trellises, they can be a great way to support the straight, upright growth habit of snake plant varieties.
Bonus tip: Trellises can double as supports to tie or clip heavier snake plant leaves. Especially if you notice your plant leaning or toppling over in its container.
3. DIY Organizers as Planters
You can use old shoe organizers, wooden frames, or PVC grids to create a budget-friendly vertical garden. Shoe organizers work great—just slip small pots into each pocket.
For wooden or PVC frames, you’ll need to DIY a bit—add holders or brackets for your pots, and use a lattice or waterproof backing to protect your walls from moisture.
Plus, you could also choose small tin buckets to propagate any new pups. Hang them from the ceiling or curtain rods using ‘S’ hooks. These count as hanging and vertical walls both!
And don’t forget to line the back of your DIY setup with waterproof material if you’re mounting it indoors. This will protect your walls from water damage and stains over time.
Pro tip: Pot up your snake plants in containers that can be removed from the main vertical garden structure to simplify the watering process.
Tips To Remember
Vertical gardening is fun—but there are a few things to watch out for:
Firstly, do not overcrowd your wall planters. Sure, snake plants love being root-bound and grow beautifully with their pups. However, you must always leave at least a few inches of space between two individual planters to give your plants enough room to grow and breathe!
Secondly, you must never forget to prune your snake plants, not just to remove the dead or dying leaves but also to keep them bushy and compact on the wall planters. If the plant gets too heavy, the pots might topple over, ruining your vertical garden aesthetic.
Know your wall’s limits. Choose lightweight containers and avoid overloading the setup to prevent collapse.
Another quick tip: If your setup is movable, rotate it every few weeks. If not, alternate the light direction to avoid uneven leaf growth.
With all of these tips and tricks, and arrangement ideas, you are sure to create the vertical snake plant wall of your dreams! Try these out and let us know how it goes for you in the comments below!
