The greater ecosystems we rely on are in jeopardy. Although living walls are inherently green and have numerous benefits to our environment, we recognize that our systems, designs, processes, and habits must also be sustainable for us to have a real positive impact. Below are some ways we are helping to protect our planet and preserve our most precious resources.
Native plants
We strive to incorporate locally native plants into each plant composition whenever possible that help support a diverse and resilient ecosystem
A few species in particular referred to as “keystone” plants support 90% of the native bee and caterpillars enabling terrestrial birds to reproduce
Water Efficiency
Water is our most precious resource—we design our systems to maximize each drop of water and use drought tolerant species whenever possible
Recirculate and reuse water when the project allows
We can also use reclaimed grey-water and black water
maintenance practices
We work with our suppliers to return and reuse boxes and nursery pots
Our integrated pest management programs use OMRI (organic and safe insecticides and release natural enemies to provide a balanced and thriving ecosystem
Eco-friendly Materials
We select recyclable and recycled materials as well as biodegradable whenever possible
Source and grow the majority of our plants plants within 100 mile radius of the jobsite
Our Growtex® system is made from post-consumer recycled water bottles (1SF of living wall is 8.6 plastic water bottles not floating in our oceans)
Made in the U.S.
Community is integral to healthy ecosystems and making positive change starts here. Habitat Horticulture regularly supports the larger community, and we are committed to donating 2% of our profits to causes and charities that focus on homelessness, mental illness, food banks, and greening our communities.We are incredibly honored by the ability to create and sustain projects in a field we love, and to give back to environments in need. Each year we support the following non-profits:
Provides meals to homeless people in need throughout the U.S. We helped provide over 100,000 meals.
We help plant over 10,000 trees a year where the world needs them most.
Protects forests, improves the livelihoods of farmers and forest communities, promotes their human rights, and helps them migrate and adapt to the climate crisis.
Bay Area non-profit with a mission to end homelessness by assisting low-income, unhoused people—including those with special needs.
