greenwall bristol

07/01/202114/07/2023

Future Leap

This low cost, carbon-neutral livingwall was installed at Future Leap in Bristol as part of measures to improve local air quality and provide shelter and food for pollinating insects. More information on this greenwall project can be found here:

The Future Economy Group guide to planting a livingwall on your building

Greenwall in Bristol — A mix of native succulents, alpines and wildflowers were used.

Greenwall in Bristol — Some native plants and edibles were provided by Feed Bristol

Greenwall in Bristol — We also used native sedum Skyplugs

Greenwall in Bristol — Planting took a few days, with lots of passers-by on Gloucester Road, Bristol

Greenwall in Bristol — We planted in-situ into the livingwall pockets

Greenwall in Bristol — Pigeons: an unavoidable factor in urban livingwall installs. Live and let live.

Greenwall in Bristol — The livingwall establishes, flowering plants bloom and attract pollinators.

Greenwall in Bristol — Succulents form a robust background and year-round interest.

Greenwall in Bristol — This livingwall at Future Leap was carbon-neutral upon installation.

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