Hanging vertical gardens is an effective way to bring more plants into a small living space. These hanging vegetable gardens can also be found hanging from trees, fences or balconies in your yard or neighborhood.

These recycled shoe storage pockets have been transformed into planting towers which can be attached to either walls or fences for hanging, provided there is enough drainage.

Plastic Drain Pipes

A simple trellis is an effective way to support various plants like tomatoes, beans and cucumbers. When selecting untreated wood for this task – treated lumber contains chemicals which leach into the soil – depending on its size it may need to be staked into place for support.

These pots have been stacked and attached to this wall to form an interesting vertical garden, creating an engaging display. I would suggest planting both flowers and vegetables here; though any with roots that require space, such as onions or leeks, should be avoided.

Making an old ladder into a vertical herb garden is another creative upcycling idea; its rungs provide perfect holding spots for pots and planter boxes. If you don’t already own one, cedar wood makes for an inexpensive build option if none exists already.

If you’re in search of a quick and simple DIY vertical gardening project, using empty soda bottles might just be what’s needed to make the task simple and stress-free. Wicks or drip irrigation might help deliver water (along with nutrients from liquid plant food) directly into each bottle in order to keep your plants hydrated and ensure success.

Without having to use a trellis, hanging some shelves inside can be used to display trailing houseplants such as Monstera or Pothos, and vegetables like runners or pole beans that require training up trellises or obelisks.

Cheese Graters

Vertical gardens typically involve trellises with vines like tomatoes and cucumbers growing along them, but these can become prohibitively expensive if you plan on growing a lot of produce. Thankfully, there are DIY alternatives which may be less expensive. One such project by Crafts By Amanda involves modified cheese graters modified with drill holes into their sides and drainage holes added at the bottom before stringing them together; each “grater” holds one plant each and is an efficient way of growing many herbs that don’t fit within your yard’s limited space!

An interesting DIY vertical garden idea involves using an old pallet painted and hung to form a freestanding wall of containers – perfect for use either outdoors on your porch, or inside as part of rustic decor! This DIY idea brings rustic style right into the home!

If you prefer something modern, A Beautiful Mess has created this project featuring modified soda bottles as planting beds. Other repurposed materials, like drawers from an old dresser or milk jugs can also be used as planting beds; just avoid any treated wood as this could leach chemicals into the soil that could damage plants.

Trash Bins

No matter your planting preference – flowers or vegetables – there’s sure to be a DIY vertical garden idea out there to meet them all! Most projects can easily be accomplished on their own; however, larger tasks like building an elevated trellis system or hydroponic setup may require professional assistance from landscapers.

Recycled trash bins to create unique wall or fence planters is an affordable and fun DIY project, featuring colorful herbs or flowers of any hue, but you could add even more character by painting these containers in eye-catching hues.

One clever upcycling idea for creating vertical gardens is using a repurposed shoe organizer, which can be outfitted with pockets just the right size to house herbs and plants. Hang it from any trellis, wall, fence, or even inside your own home as a handy source of fresh herbs for use in cooking!

Utilize a wooden ladder as the framework for your DIY trellis planter! Secure planters to each rung, and train climbing vegetables such as tomatoes, beans or cucumbers upwards for an efficient space-saving garden design.

One option for creating unique planters is repurposing an old grater or other metal container as a planter. Drill holes for drainage, and these containers look great hanging on walls or fences – ideal for growing herbs but you could also grow vegetables or flowers here!

Hanging Planters

Repurposing household items to create an eye-catching vertical garden can make all the difference in creating something truly captivating. A wooden ladder, for instance, can be repurposed as an elegant vertical garden by holding flower or herb pots on each rung and featuring one or two curtain rods atop for added elegance.

Another simple and affordable DIY idea involves using trash bins to add flair to a wall or fence. Opting for an eye-catching pattern or color makes a statement and mason jars can become stunning hanging planters when tied securely with rope or twine anchored wire.

Plastic bottles can make an excellent addition to a garden when stacked and hung together, filled with soil and planted with flowers or herbs. Their tops can even be filled with water to provide moisture to each bottle’s contents and keep plants hydrated.

For an eye-catching way to present your vegetables, consider training them up a trellis. This works well with vine-type veggies like tomatoes and squash; heavier veggies such as melons may require different methods.

Even without outdoor space, you can still grow your own food! For inspiration check out these indoor garden kits or these air-purifying kitchen plants.