Permafill in Large Vertically Mounted Container

18 years ago

I am wondering if anyone has any ideas about a proper container mix, container, and size for a wall-mounted, steel wire-supported planting container that would provide substrate for vine growth above street level?

So far I am thinking about a Permatill 3/4" expanded slate structural soil (80%) with a sandy loam mix rounding out the rest. The intent is to create a more or less permanent substrate for hardy climbing plants on a facade-mounted steel cable/trellis support in an urban setting.

Container-wise, I know very little at this scale in terms of durability/insulation/weight, but those are the issues involved.

I know these questions are kind of specific, but I am an LA grad student just trying to get some ideas. Please chime in.

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nickap
Original Author
18 years ago
Sorry about the Above Title, For all purposes, I meant Permatill rather than permafill. Sorry
npthaskell
18 years ago
LA, as in the state bordering Texas,
or as the city in California?

I'm interested, because I thought that expanded Slate was a "Midwest Thang", not available in California.
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nickap
Original Author
18 years ago
No, by LA, I meant landscape architecture. I am actually working out of the University of Georgia under Professor Bruce Ferguson, one of the foremost researchers of porous pavers and aggregates. He suggested I look into PermaTill for large suspended containers in which to grow climbing plants on building facades and I was simply wondering if anyone had any further suggestions.

After researching this product I do believe it would be quite feasible to create a large-scale lightweight container for the long-term cultivation of vines and other climbing species.

I am also looking at Fibercrete as a potential material for the container itself as it maximizes weight and durability.