LONGWOOD GARDENS, KENNETT SQUARE, PA

GSKY ENDEAVORS TO ENRICH PEOPLES LIVES

AND IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF THE URBAN
ENVIRONMENT BY INTEGRATING PLANTS INTO
SPACES IN WHICH WE LIVE, WORK AND PLAY.
GSky Plant Systems, Inc.

Wehavecompleted and

is a long established

upcoming installations

business with offices in

throughoutNorthAmerica,

Delray Beach, Florida and

Europe, the Middle East,

Vancouver, British Columbia.

Australia and Asia.

Our Green Wall Systems,

Our Green Walls are installed

engineering knowledge and

byourgrowingnetworkof

plant design capabilities

AuthorizedDealers.Our

can be applied to meet

maintenance team services

requirements for both exterior each wall which are all backed
and interior Green Walls.

by our 100% plant guarantee.

MAINTAIN

REMOTE
MONITORING

DESIGN

SHOP
DRAWINGS

COORDINATION
REGULAR
VISITS
PLANT
DESIGN
100% PLANT
GUARANTEE

GSKY
WARRANTY

PROVEN
PROCESSES
AUTHORIZED
DEALERS

INSTALL

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GALLERY

PRO WALL

VERSA WALL

BASIC WALL

PAGES
6 11
12 19
20 & 21

GREEN WALL SYSTEM DETAILS

PRO WALL

VERSA WALL

BASIC WALL

SYSTEMS SELECTION GUIDE

APPLICATIONS CHART

24 & 25
26 & 27
28 & 29
30
31

THE

34 & 35
36 & 37
38 & 39

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DESIGN
INSTALL
MAINTAIN

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Gallery

Skys Green Walls are beautiful living works of

art. We invite you to browse through a gallery of
GSkys current and past projects to fully immerse
yourself in the GSky Green Wall experience. Draw your next
inspiration from the intricacy of the designs as we unfold
the beauty of Pro Wall, Versa Wall and Basic Wall.

PRO WALL

VERSA WALL

BASIC WALL

GSky Plant Systems, Inc.

PRO WALL

Our flagship product. Designed to endure the

most challenging exterior environments. High
winds? Check. Wind driven rain? Check. Wide
climate range? Check, check and check.
Pro Wall is the most widely used wall in the
U.S. and Canada. With so many successful
installations in place, it's little wonder that it's
the choice of top architects worldwide.

WORTH AVE, PALM BEACH, FL

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PRO WALL

THE RITTENHOUSE HOTEL, PHILADELPHIA, PA

EXTERIOR
GREEN WALLS
8

RIVER GREEN CONDO, VANCOUVER, BC

BMW OPEN ROAD, LANGLEY, BC

YVR INT'L AIRPORT, VANCOUVER, BC

GSky Plant Systems, Inc.

THE CORE SHOPPING CENTRE, CALGARY, AB

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PRO WALL

COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER, MIDDLETOWN, CT

WHOLE FOODS, VANCOUVER, BC

MITCHELL PARK LIBRARY, PALO ALTO, CA

EXTERIOR
GREEN WALLS
GSky Plant Systems, Inc.

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VERSA WALL

Flexible installation options with a

wide variety of plants make the Versa
Wall System suitable for any interior
wall. Our comprehensive Versa Wall
System lets you concentrate on what is
most important, creating a beautifully
designed space for people to enjoy.

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THREE RAVINIA DRIVE, ATLANTA, GA

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VERSA WALL

FOUNDERS FUND, SAN FRANCISCO, CA

INTERIOR
GREEN WALLS
14

WEST ELM, MONTREAL, QUEBEC

WEST ELM, LONDON, UK

FIRST VIRTUAL GROUP, REDWOOD CITY, CA

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THE AVENUES MALL, AL-RAI, KUWAIT

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VERSA WALL

TWITTER HQ, SAN FRANCISCO, CA

PLANO OFFICE BUILDING, DALLAS, TX

WESTIN GASLAMP QUARTER, SAN DIEGO, CA

INTERIOR
GREEN WALLS
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VERSA WALL

DAHLC MAYO CLINIC, ROCHESTER, MN

INTERIOR
GREEN WALLS
18

AWEBER COMMUNICATIONS, CHALFONT, PA

WEST ELM, BEIRUT, LEBANON

WEST ELM, AL-RAI, KUWAIT

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BASIC WALL

Need to cover large areas beautifully and

cost effectively? Basic Wall was designed
specifically for garages and other concrete
eye-sores that just ask to be greened.
Engineered for cold environments, Basic
Wall has a built-in heat trace system to
protect the plant roots throughout the harsh
winter months for a strong spring recovery.

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CUMMINS DIESEL ENGINES, COLUMBUS, IN

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System Details

ith three types of GSky Green Wall Systems

to choose from: Pro Wall, Versa Wall and
Basic Wall, you can find a Green Wall suited
specifically to your projects' needs. Each system is
unique in its application to ensure optimal performance
of the Green Wall so it will remain beautiful for years
to comewhether it is indoors or outdoors.

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PRO WALL

VERSA WALL

BASIC WALL

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Stainless
Steel Trim

Pro Wall Dripline

Everypanel
contains6drip
emitters,one
emitterevery 2" /
5cm.Thisensures
that the panel is
evenlywatered
throughoutand
prevents dry spots
fromoccurring
onthewall.

Waterproofing

Pro Wall Frame

Pro Wall Dripline

New Zone every
4 feet of elevation

Various Plants

River Rock Drain Bed

Pro Wall Panel
Stainless
Steel Trim

RIVER GREEN CONDO, RICHMOND, BC

PRO WALL

FEATURES

BENEFITS

Pre-grown system for a minimum of 16 weeks

a the nursery before delivery to the site

A living work of art

THE PINNACLE IN EXTERIOR GREEN WALLS

Can mix evergreen with flowering or

deciduous plants to create seasonal flower
and color change

Creates a design anchor point

PRO WALL IS THE MOST WIDELY INSTALLED GREEN WALL

Designed for heavy winds & wind-driven rain

Produces oxygen

SOLUTION IN NORTH AMERICA. IT IS SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED

Structural growth medium

Reduces stress

TO WITHSTAND THE RIGORS OF THE OUTDOOR ENVIRONMENT.

Framing system designed with architects and

building envelope engineers in mind

Enhances well being & productivity

Stainless steel panels and frames

Represents your companies' values

Fully integrated liquid fertigation system

Positively affects 27 LEED credits

GSky maintenance program

Dampens noise pollution

PRO WALL REMAINS BEAUTIFUL FOR YEARS.

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*PATENT PENDING

Exceptional design-ability

Removes toxins from the air

Energy savings

EXCEPTIONAL DESIGN

Plan Section
Pro Wall requires that
water must be brought
to the wall. One or more
water supply lines must
be run by the plumber
on the project from the
irrigation control unit (ICU)
to the wall itself.

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80
100

Pro Wall can turn your creative vision into

a reality. Its ability to accommodate twelve
plants per every square foot on the wall
allows creativity to thrive by using variations
of plant species to highlight color and
texture. Custom-tailored logos, letters and
numbers can even be intricately designed
into a Pro Wall with crisp definition.

Rockwool
Coco Fibre

20
40
60
Soil Particles % (Solids)

40

60

s
uid

Air

60

q
(Li

40

20

re
istu
Mo

(Va
po
r)

0 100

Water supply line from the ICU (by others)

Poured concrete wall
Fastener (SS Wedge Anchor)
Pro Wall Frame

20

80

0
100

Pro Wall is designed from the ground up to

be weather resistant. It employs a structural,
non-eroding growth medium, stainless steel
structure and support system, and uses
building techniques designed to protect and
prolong the building envelope behind it.

Made up of stainless steel frames and

support systems. Pro Wall is long lasting,
and easily disassembles for future reuse
or recycle. Easily replaceable growth
medium also allows for a wall that can be
maintained to last decades.

Pro Wall Panel

Pro Wall Dripline
Waterproofing (if required)
Stainless Steel Trim

Intricate Design

Structural Growth
Weather Resistant
Media

Long Lasting

PRO WALL

Description

Modular 1'x1' / 30cm x 30cm stainless steel panels attached to a stainless steel frame

Suitable Walls

Concrete, CMU, wood or metal frame, structural steel

Mounting

Pro Wall Frames are mounted directly to the structure and panels are then hung

Irrigation

Frames

Panels

SPECIFICATIONS

Material

Stainless Steel #304, unfinished (SS304)

Growth Media

Either rockwool block or coco fibre block, encased in a non-flammable fabric

Dimensions

Standard: 11-7/8"H x 11-7/8"W x 3-1/2"D (300 x 300 x 85)

Adj. Height: 6 to 18"H x 11-7/8"W x 3-1/2"D (150 to 450 x 300 x 85)
Adj. Width: 11-7/8"H x 6 to 18"W x 3-1/2"D (300 x 150 to 450 x 85)

Elevation Section
Water can be captured
below the wall many
different ways. Gutters
are commonly used
where a trench drain,
gravel, or free drain is
not practical.

Stainless Steel Trim

Pro Wall Dripline
Pro Wall Panel

Fastener (SS Wedge Anchor)

Pro Wall Frame
Waterproofing (if required)

Poured concrete wall

Material

Stainless steel #304, unfinished (SS304)

Dimensions

FR53: 4' 11-3/4"H x 2' 11-3/4"W x 1-1/2"D

Dripline

Pro Wall Dripline, six (6) 0.5GPH emitters / ft, every 2"

Drain

Controller

Timer, tel. line, temperature and flow sensor, valves, filter, fertilizer injector, regulators

Drain Dome

Fittings

Standard Pro PEX pipe and brass Push & Fit fittings system

Drainage

Free drain, direct to sanitary, recirculating systems are possible but are not 100% efficient

(1510 x 905 x 50)

Growth Time

Minimum order is 20 weeks with minimum 16 weeks growth of the plants in the panels.
Plant installation cannot occur during the cold winter months.

Maintenance

Required, 1 year minimum. Maintenance access by lift or ladder must be planned for.

Warranty

Panels 10 years, Irrigation 5 years, Plants 100% under GSky Maintenance Contract

Flashing

Gutter

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Standard Versa
Wood Trim
Versa Standard
Dripline Assembly

Versa Wall Trays

Various Plants

Industry Standard
4" / 10cm Pots

Versa Standard
Drainage Assembly
Versa Standard
Supply Line
Assembly

Versa Base
Cabinet Front
Cover (removable)

Versa Tanks
(recirculation)

Versa PCU (pump

control unit)

VERSA WALL

AN ELEGANT SOLUTION FOR INTERIORS

Versa Base
Cabinet +
End Caps

PRIVATE RESIDENCE, BROOKLYN, NY

FEATURES

BENEFITS

Quick Installation

A living work of art

Designed to be mounted on virtually any

structure

Brings nature indoors to you

Creates a design anchor point

Uses industry standard 4" / 10cm pots

Removes toxins from the air

VERSA WALLS ARE PERFECT FOR EVERY INTERIOR GREEN WALL

Can easily replace plants for seasonal

accents and maintenance

Produces oxygen

NEED. THEY CAN BE INSTALLED JUST ABOUT ANYWHERE. VERSA

No pre-growth for shorter lead times

WALL IS NATURALLY BEAUTIFUL, ECO-FRIENDLY, CUSTOMIZABLE,

DURABLEANDECONOMICAL.ITISEASYTOADDSEASONAL
PLANTINGS AND ACCENTS.

Recirculating irrigation system provides

100% water efficiency
Recirculating tanks can be filled by hand or
connected to plumbing to auto-fill
GSky maintenance program

Reduces stress
Enhances well being & productivity
Creates a festive atmosphere for the holidays
with holiday accents
Represents your companies' values
Positively affects 27 LEED credits
Dampens noise

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*US PATENT #29,398,308

VERSATILE & EFFICIENT

Versa Wall is user-friendly, easy to install

and maintain due to the flexibility of 4 /
10cm industry standard pots that can be
placed directly into the Versa Wall Tray
without any replanting. In addition, Versa
Wall remains in season year-round, as
plants are interchangeable according
to season.

User-Friendly

Versa Wall
employs
an indoor
system that
is completely
selfcontained
and in great
condition
at all times.
This means
no soil spills
out of the
wall and no
water spills
forward. This
assures that
the Green
Wall will be
neat and
spotless.

Versa Wall's standard design and

installation method is to include tanks
directly below or behind the wall to
recapture and recirculate every ounce of
water that you provide to it. The only water
that is used in a Versa Wall is that which is
used by the plants or through evaporation,
making it 100% water efficient.

Neat and Growth

Clean
Structural
Media

VERSA WALL

Description

Patented tray design that holds and waters industry standard 4" / 10cm pots on the wall

Suitable Walls

Concrete, CMU, wood or metal frame, structural steel

Mounting

Versa backing fire rated plywood

Trays

Versa 8-Pot Tray (extends beyond)

Industry Standard 4" / 10cm Pots

Wood Frame
Versa Backing
Drywall
Overflow Drain to Tray Below
Versa Wall Dripline
Versa Wall 3-Pot Tray
Water Supply

Versa Corner Tray

Versa Wood Trim

Water Efficient

SPECIFICATIONS

Irrigation

Plan Section
Versa Wall installations
require plywood backing
and waterproofing before
the trays are installed
onthewall.Innew
construction, the plywood
can be fastened directly
to the studs. On existing
construction, it's typically
applied over the existing
surface as shown here.
To install corners, minor
demo and rebuilding of
the corners in existing
constructionwill be
required. Another option
is to fur out one of the
adjacent walls.

Material

100% recycled polypropylene

Growth Media

Typical nursery growth media

Dimensions

8-Pot Tray: 4-3/4"H x 39-3/8"W x 6-3/8"D (120 x 1000 x 160)

3-Pot Tray: 4-3/4"H x 14-3/4"W x 6-3/8"D (120 x 375 x 160)
2-Pot Tray: 4-3/4"H x 9-7/8"W x 6-3/8"D (120 x 250 x 160)
Corner 3-Pot Tray: 4-3/4"H x 8-1/8"W x 6-3/8"D (120 x 206 x 160) back wall surface dimensions

Dripline

Versa Dripline 8-Pot, eight (8) 0.5GPH emitters on a 39-3/8"W PEX pipe length
Versa Dripline 3-Pot, three (3) 0.5GPH emitters on a 14"W PEX pipe length
Versa Dripline 2-Pot, two (2) 0.5GPH emitters on a 9-7/8"W PEX pipe length

Controller

Timer, pumps (or valves), filter, regulators

Fittings

Standard Versa PEX pipe and brass Push & Fit fittings system

Tanks

Stainless Steel Versa Tanks (standard recirculation system)

Drainage

Direct to drain or recirculation using standard Versa Tanks

Growth Time

Minimum order is 4 weeks depending on size and plant availability

Maintenance

Required, 1 year minimum. Maintenance access by lift or ladder must be planned for.

Warranty

Trays 5 years, Irrigation 2 years, Plants 100% under GSky Maintenance Contract

Elevation Section
VersaWallis often
installedwiththe Versa
Tanks below the wall, as
shown here. All the water
is collected across the
bottom row of trays and
drained back into the
tanks. Filters and foot
valves clean out debris
to ensure the pump is
not clogged. The water
is then recirculated
back into the wall by the
pump control unit (PCU).
Lightingisalsoshown,
whichisrequiredon
mostinstallations.The
typeofplantsinstalled
will determine how much
lighting is required.

Lighting, min. 5' / 1.5m

from plants surface

Standard Versa Wood Trim

Versa Wall Dripline
Versa Wall 8, 3 or 2-Pot Tray
Overflow Drain to Tray Below

Wood Frame
Drywall
Versa Backing
Industry Standard 4" / 10cm Pots

Versa Base Cabinet Front Cover

Versa Standard
Drainage Assembly
Versa Tank (recirculation)

Leveling Feet

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Basic Wall
Standard
Vine Screen

Industry Standard Pots

(up to size #5 pots)
Basic Wall
Horizontal
Running Dripline

Vine Screen
Clips and
Fasteners

Vines Trained
onto Basic Wall
Vine Screen

Adjustable
Container Mount

Horizontal Running
Drainage Line
Basic Wall
Container

SAITAMA ARENA, SAITAMA, JAPAN

BASIC WALL

CONFIDENT GREEN COVERAGE

BASIC WALLS ARE EXCELLENT FOR ANY EXTERIOR OR INTERIOR

FEATURES

BENEFITS

Can be installed in as little as 6 weeks

Mass shrub coverage

Pre-grown option provides 1/4, 1/2, 3/4 or full

coverage at install (depending on pre-order
time)

Mass vine and screen coverage

Built in heat trace wire system to protect roots

in very cold climates

Cost-effective full wall coverage

Creates a design anchor point

Can be installed with shrubs or vines with

screens

Covers concrete eye sores

Produces oxygen

COST-EFFECTIVE SYSTEM GUARANTEES THAT YOU ACHIEVE

Can mix evergreen with flowering or

deciduous plants to create seasonal flower
and color change

FULL COVERAGE ACROSS YOUR WALL.

Quick installation and easy to replace plants

APPLICATION WHERE A LARGE AREA SIMPLY NEEDS TO BE

GREENED. BASIC WALL IS A MODULAR CONTAINER SYSTEM
WITH OPTIONAL VINE SCREENS. BY USING LARGE PLANTS THIS

Fully integrated liquid fertigation system

Option for 100% water efficient recirculation
GSky maintenance program

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Custom screens available

Removes toxins from the air

Reduces stress
Enhances well being & productivity
Represents your companies' values
Positively affects 27 LEED credits
Dampens noise

SIMPLE & BEAUTIFUL

Basic Wall is designed for full and efficient

coverage of large spaces with greenery.
This means ensuring that the plants can
actually cover the space you are putting
them in. Basic Wall, when used with vines,
can be spaced either very close together
or very far apart in order to achieve
coverage quickly or more slowly over time.

Mass Vine Coverage

Basic Wall is our most cost-effective

solution for greening sizable walls. Basic
Wall is made up of a container system
that can house either small to medium
sized shrubs or vines that can be trained
over attachable screens to cover the
building facade.

Cost-Effective
Structural
Growth
Media

Plan Section
Basic Wall requires that
water be available for the
plants at the wall. One
or more water supply
lines must be run by the
plumber on the project
from the irrigation control
unit (ICU) to the wall
itself. Also, electricity to
power the heating wire
in cold climates must be
supplied by others.
Either shrubs or vines can be installed
into the containers to provide coverage
over the buildings' facade. Either standard
Basic Wall Vine Screens can be installed
or custom screens can be water-jet cut
from steel or aluminum and attached to the
containers to create a beautiful design on
the facade while the vines cover them.

Description

Specially designed plant pot container with optional vine training screen attachment

Suitable Walls

Concrete, CMU, wood or metal frame, structural steel

Mounting

Container mounts directly to the structure or built-out sub-structure

Irrigation

Containers

BASIC WALL

Material

Fibreglass container, powder coated galvanized steel standard vine screen, galvanized
adjustable container mounts

Growth Media

Typical lightweight green roof growth media recommended in the pots

Screen

Standard: 60"H x 40"W Custom sizes, shapes and materials available, add 6 wks to order

Container

14"H x 36"L x 13"W

Dripline

Basic Wall Dripline, 0.5GPH emitters, 3 emitters per pot

Controller

Timer, tel. line, temperature and flow sensor, valves, filter, fertilizer injector, regulators

Fittings

Standard Basic PEX pipe and brass Push & Fit fittings system

Drainage

Free drain or piped directly to sanitary (100% water efficient recirculation option available)

Growth Time

Can be installed with no pre-growth depending on location, season and customers

required coverage at install. For pre-growth, minimum order is 20 weeks with up to 1 year
for full coverage. Plant installation cannot occur during the cold winter months.

Maintenance

Required, 1 year minimum. Maintenance access must be planned for.

Warranty

Containers 5 years, Irrigation 2 years, Plants 100% under GSky Maintenance Contract

Fasteners (Wedge Anchors)

Poured Concrete Wall
Waterproofing (if required)
Adjustable Container Mounts
Heating Wire (runs below)
Horizontal Running
Drain Line
Basic Wall Horizontal
Running Dripline

Vine Screen
Clips & Fasteners
Basic Wall
Container (with Shrubs)
Industry Standard Pots with
Shrubs (up to size #5 pots)

Various Plants and

Screen Options

SPECIFICATIONS

Water Supply Line from the Irrigation Control Unit

Elevation Section
Water can be captured
belowthewallmany
different ways. Basic
Wall, like Versa Wall,
can be designed to
recapture 100% of the
water introduced into the
system for 100% water
efficiency.Otheroptions
are to free drain excess
water, direct it to sanitary,
etc.Drainandirrigation
supply pipes can be run
on the exterior of the
building from the main
supplies. If all control
valves are to be located
on the exterior wall, then
an electrical conduit from
the ICU to the wall must
be supplied by others.

Vines trained to Basic

Wall Vine Screen
Industry Standard
Pots with Vines
(up to size #5 pots)
Basic Wall
Container (with Vines)

Basic Wall Container

Basic Wall Standard Vine Screen
Industry Standard Pots (up to size #5 pots)
Vine Screen Bottom Clip & Fastener
Vine Screen Top Clip & Fastener
Vertical Running Drain Line
Vertical Running Water Supply Line

Waterproofing (if required)

Poured Concrete Wall
Vines Trained onto
Basic Wall Vine Screen
Water Supply Line from
Irrigation Control Unit
Basic Wall Horizontal Running Dripline
Fasteners (Wedge Anchor)
Heating Wire (runs below)
Horizontal Running Drain Line
Container Bottom Cover (optional)

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SYSTEMS SELECTION GUIDE

30

FLOW
MONITORING

CONCRETE, CMU &

MASONRY

STEEL STUD &

WOOD FRAME

PEEL AND STICK &

HOT APPLIED SBS

PVC / EPDM /
SPRAY FOAM

15

30

G1

High

Can be installed on
any interior wall up
to 12' without any
structural upgrades.
The primary factors
in installation
are: ensuring
adequate lighting,
and maintenance
access.

10

10

G2

Mid

Can be installed
facing any
direction on any
building. The
primary factor in
installation are:
preparing for the
structural load,
and maintenance
access.

20

30

G2
to
G3

Low

l CAN CONFIGURE TO SUIT THIS CONDITION NOT POSSIBLE / NOT SUITABLE / NOT RECOMMENDED

INSTALLED

LEVEL

REMOTE TIMER
CONTROL

FULLY GROWN &

FULLY SATURATED

WASTE WATER
DISPOSED

INSTALLATION
DETAILS

Can be installed
facing any
direction on any
building. The
primary factors
in installation are:
preparing for the
structural load,
and maintenance
access.

INSTALLATION
TIMELINE

TANK
RECIRCULATION

GRADE
(REFER TO PG 19-20)

MAINTENANCE

100% WATER
EFFICIENT

WEIGHT
(LBS/FT)

6 to 8 months

WALL SYSTEMS &

WATERPROOFING

4 to 10 weeks

IRRIGATION SYSTEM

4 to 6 months

DESIGN-ABILITY

Very High
High

ENVIRONMENTAL
BENEFIT

High
Mid to High

COST

$$$
$$

60 to 80%

PLANT COVERAGE AT
INSTALLATION

SUITABLE FOR THE CONDITION / MEETS THIS CRITERIA

Low

Jasmine,
Ficus,
Euonymus,
Ivies,
Clematis, etc.

Low to Mid

3 to 11

Examples:

Large area
low-cost
evergreen
screening
alternative
that can have
mixed vines
to provide
flowers and
seasonal
color interest.

Philodendron,
Peace Lilies,
Pothos,
Schefflera,
Ficus, etc.

Pots can
easily be
swapped out
to provide
seasonal
color changes
or to update
the design for
special events.

70 to 90 %

Examples:

Provides a
very high
level of
design-ability
making fine
lines within
design
patterns
possible.

30 to 90% (if pre-grown)

4 to 11
Exterior Seasonal Only

Euonymus,
Cotoneaster,
Ferns,
Junipers,
Thymes, Ivies,
etc.

SYSTEM DETAILS

SPECIAL FEATURES

PLANT SELECTION

USDA PLANT
HARDINESS ZONE

APPLICATION

Interior & Seasonal Exterior

Exterior

Examples:

Exterior & Large Open Interiors

BASIC WALL

VERSA WALL

PRO WALL

GREEN WALL SYSTEM

PLANTS

COMMERCIAL

OFFICES

STADIUMS, CONCERT
HALLS & THEATRES

p
p
p
p
p
p

p
p
p
p
p
p
p

SUITABLE FOR INTERIOR AND SEASONAL EXTERIOR

SUITABLE INTERIOR ONLY

HEALTHCARE
MUNICIPAL

AIRPORTS

p
p
p
p
p
p

p
p
p
p

HOSPITALITY

SUPERMARKETS

CASINOS

RESTAURANTS
AND CAFES

RETAIL STORES &

DEALERSHIPS

SHOPPING CENTERS
& FOOD COURTS

SPAS

EDUCATION
HOTEL LOBBIES &
RECEPTIONS

CAMPUS
ATTRACTIONS

CLASSROOMS

PUBLIC PARKS &

PUBLIC ART

ROADWAYS

HALLWAYS

THERAPEUTIC
GARDENS

ROOF GARDENS

COURTYARDS &
BALCONIES

RESIDENTIAL

WAITING ROOMS

ATTRACTIONS

HIGH END SINGLE

FAMILY HOMES

SCIENCE CENTERS

AMUSEMENT &
WATER PARKS

FOOD COURTS

MUSEUMS &
ART GALLERIES

BOTANICAL GARDENS,
ZOOS & AQUARIUMS

p
FITNESS CENTERS &
POOLS

p
CONFERENCE ROOMS

PARKING GARAGES

GENERAL

ENTRANCES, FOYERS,
RECEPTIONS

APPLICATIONS CHART
RETAIL

p SUITABLE FOR EXTERIOR ONLY

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The GSky Method

Sky provides more than just a system, but an

all-inclusive Green Wall package to support
you from start to finish, offering a peace of
mind in each stage of the process from planning to
installation and maintenance. Our years of expertise
and knowledge have allowed us develop proven
processes that guarantee a healthy and successful
Green Wall. Together with GSkys network of Authorized
Dealers and maintenance partners we are making
Green Walls accessible throughout the world.

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DESIGN

INSTALL

MAINTAIN

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DESIGN

Shop Drawings
Coordination
Plant Design

lanning is key to a successful Green Wall. Clear

01

Shop Drawings

02

Coordination

03

Plant Design

andcompleteshop drawings, good coordination

betweenalltradesandconsultantsanda beautiful

Theentireinstallationwill
depend on a well-drawn
complete set of shop drawings
that will identify every screw.

plantdesignwillresultinasuccessfuland
sustainable Green Wall.
Before the design begins, the Owner or Architect
usually presents a concept for the Green Wall.Our
estimationteamthendeterminesthefeasibility
of that concept in terms of maintenance access,
installationlogistics,desiredplanttypes,etc.If
adjustments are necessary they are then made and
a quotation is presented to proceed.

There can be up to ten

different parties that need
to be coordinated to bring an
installation together.

Once the quotation has been accepted by the

Owner, contract signed and deposit made, GSky's
project team begins working on the design.
Thedesignteamaddresseseverythingfrom
structuralloadtowatersupplylinestoplant
We love them, and were putting them on lots of
projects. They truly express the goal of a green
building.

Peter Busby

Principal and Director,
Busby, Perkins + Will

design. They also work out installation coordination

schedules,deliveryaccess,anddevelopa
maintenance access plan.
A successful installation and maintenance program
means there was good communication during the
design process that resulted in a thorough and wellplanned out Green Wall.

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GSky carries the entire plant

design process from concept
to plant selection to arrive at a
complete design incorporated
into the shop drawings.

SHOP DRAWINGS

PLANT DESIGN

A complete set of shop drawings is drafted for every project.Below is one page of
a set of drawings for Inspiration Gardens in Burnaby, BC.As you can see, complete
details of every screw are identified; no less attention to detail is given to every project.

Concept Drawings
Plant design begins with a discussion with the Owner/
Architectabouttheirdesignintents.Fromthere
concepts with plant ideas are drawn up for their review.

PRO WALL PANELS

PRO WALL FRAMES

Plant Selection
The selected concept is then refined and then final plant
selection occurs. Final plant selection is determined by
the availability of the plants and their current size.

Incorporation into the Shop Drawings

COORDINATION
Owner, Design Architect, Project Architect, Landscape Architect, Building Envelope
Engineer, Structural Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Interior
Designer, Lighting Designer, General Contractor, Waterproofing Trade, Plumbing
Trade, Electrical Trade, Carpentry Trade, Landscape Trade, and depending on the
project, the list may go on even further. With this many potential parties involved
in a project, the only thing that makes a project successful is good coordination
to develop a design that clearly specifies all parties responsibilities in the
construction of the Green Wall.

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INSTALL

Proven Processes
Authorized Dealers
GSky Warranty

ringing thousands of live plants into a

01

Proven Processes

02

Authorized Dealers

03

GSky Warranty

building requires special consideration during

construction. In order to maintain the integrity of the

original Green Wall vision in the final product, GSky

Every wall is different, but they

all have live plants. GSky's tried
and true processes ensure a
safe and healthy environment
for your investment.

has developed proven processes, an Authorized

Dealer training program and a comprehensive
warranty to ensure that your Green Wall remains
alive, beautiful and vibrant.
GSky's comprehensive set of proven processes
includes a set of key tasks and related sign-off
documents that address: 1) shop drawing and plant
design approval, 2) site readiness to receive plants,
3) substantial completion, 4) the beginning date of

Partnerships with good people

is the cornerstone of a GSky
Green Wall. You can rely on our
local and trained Dealers.

the maintenance program and 5) the maintenance

program terms and conditions. The goal of these
processes is to ensure that we are creating an
environment that can support plants before they
are delivered to the site.GSky's Authorized Dealers
The GSky Green Wall has been a tremendous
return on investment. Overall the Green Wall has
added a lot to the building and enhanced the
lobby. Its almost more valuable than a piece of
art.

Jennifer Rota
General Manager,
Distrikt Hotel

manage this installation process to ensure that all

tasks related to creating a sustainable environment
for the plants are completed before the next phase
of work begins. For example, one task is ensuring
that water is available without interruption before
plants are delivered to the site. With these processes
and documentation in place, GSky is able to offer
our unparalleled materials warranty and 100% plant
guarantee as part of our maintenance program.

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Valve failure? GSky covers all the

hard goods and irrigation on the
wall by a 10/5 or a 5/2 warranty,
see each systems overview page
for more details.

INSTALLATION PHASES
Setup

Growth

Hard Material Install

Plants Install

Maintenance Startup

Setup includes material

fabrication, plant
acquisition, shipping
to the nursery, and
planting the plants into
the panels or containers.

Growth primarily
applies to Pro Wall
where pre-growth of
the panels is required,
and Basic Wall where
pre-growth is elective.

Hard materials include

framing, trim, irrigation
equipment, etc, anything
required to be in place to
keep the plants alive once
they arrive.

Plants are only delivered

after plumbing & electrical
have been installed without
chance of interruption
and after any dusty work
has finished.

The transition to
maintenance starts
with on-site training of
the technician that will
be maintaining the wall
going forward.

PLANNING SCHEDULE
How long does it take to install a Green Wall from start to finish? How does it take to grow the plants? What are the potential delays?
The below gantt reference chart will help you plan your next Green Wall project.
Month
Week

01
01

02

02
03

04

05

06

03
07

08

09

10

04
11

12

13

14

05
15

16

17

18

06
19

20

21

22

07
23

Pro Wall
Design
Setup

2 to 8 weeks

Design delay

2 to 4 weeks

Versa Wall
2 to 8 weeks

Hard Material Install

Plants Install

30

09
31

32

33

34

10
35

36

37

38

39

40

Setup delay

Design delay

Setup delay

Seasonal or Other Delay

Setup delay

to 2 weeks Design delay

Basic Wall

Growth

29

Design delay

to 2 weeks Design delay

Plants Install

Setup

28

Nominal
Schedule

2 to 6 weeks

Hard Material Install

Design

08
27

2 to 4 weeks

Plants Install

Setup

26

Design delay

16 weeks minimum

Hard Material Install

Design

25

Nominal
Schedule

2 to 6 weeks

Growth

24

2 to 4 weeks
2 to 8 weeks

Setup delay

Other Delay

Nominal
Schedule
Design delay

No Pre-Growth to 8 weeks minimum

Design delay

Setup delay

to 1 week
to 2 weeks

Design delay

Setup delay

Seasonal or Other Delay

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MAINTAIN

100% Plant Guarantee

Regular Visits
Access

Sky's 3-point maintenance program is the most

01

100% Plant Guarantee

02

Regular Visits

03

Access

comprehensive in the industry. GSky requires

maintenance on all of its walls for the first year. Only

GSky's comprehensive
maintenance is backed
by the only 100% plant
guarantee in the industry.

through proper maintenance will your Green Wall be a

beautiful and long-lasting piece of art.
The largest challenge with a Green Wall's maintenance
is access. If the wall is going to be put in a place
where it will be difficult or costly to access on a regular
basis, then it won't work. Proper lifts, ladders or other
access systems must be budgeted for, storage
planned for, and training for technicians provided.
Not only do the plants need maintenance, but the

Every wall is different,

but every wall requires
regular visits to ensure
it looking at its best.

Green Walls' irrigation, fertigation, water recirculation

and drainage systems require maintenance as well.
GSky's 100% plant guarantee was established to take
the worry out of a Green Wall. Plants live and die just
like all living things, and GSky has it covered.
We looked at a variety of different Green Wall
Systems for the large-scale Longwood Gardens
project... It was an easy decision based on all the
[decision] variables. GSky was the clear choice
because of the quality of product, repeat clients,
senior leadership, technical competence, and
competitive pricing.

Stuart Appel
Principle and Director,
Wells Appel

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All of our Green Wall Systems are designed to be as

low-maintenance and require as few visits as possible.
Proper maintenance provides you with a successful
and beautiful Green Wall.

A comprehensive access
plan is developed to ensure
that every plant can receive
the care it needs.

INSPECTION CHECKLIST & SCHEDULE

GROWTH CYCLE

A Green Wall's maintenance requirements vary slightly for every site based upon the site
conditions, below is a list of constants for every Green Wall.

Whether inside or out, millions of years of evolution

have honed all plants annual growth cycle.

Inspection Items

Frequency
Grade 1

Grade 2

(low)

Grade 3

(mid)

Increased Growth Decreased Growth

(high)

Versa Wall

Immediately after
Installation

Basic Wall
Services
Structure

Check water supply

Check lighting (interior) and electrical
Check for physical system damage from trades
Check for physical plant damage from trades

Plant
Health

Pro Wall

Biweekly visits until construction is completed and the property is

open for regular business.

Check for excessive dust accumulation on leaves

Spring
Strong
Growth
Season

Check for transplantation shock

Check for weeds growing among the plants
Check the plants health and leaf burn
Check for dust accumulation on the leaves

Summer
Drought
Season

Plants

Check for dead plants

General
Gardening

Check for signs of disease or pest damage

Check growth medium (soil) for decomposition
Check growth medium (soil) bags for signs of wear

Every
3-4 weeks

Every
2 Weeks

Weekly

Check for uncontrolled or over-growth

Structure
Maintenance

Additional concerns?
Check for signs of damage, water seepage, etc

Trim

Check for plant encroachment

Waterproofing

Check for accumulation of fallen leaves, mud, soil and weeds in the drain
Check for balanced water flow in drain pipes
Check for blocks or breakage in the supply lines

Automated

Check the pump and solenoid valves

Check the filters, PRV's and water temperature
Check the timer, power supply and backup battery
Check the irrigation schedule
Check flow meter values for accurate monitoring (Pro Wall & Basic Wall)
Check thermometers (Pro Wall & Basic Wall)
Manual

Irrigation

Drainage and Irrigation Maintenance

Drainage

Fall
Growth
Season

Check for water seepage on back side of the wall

6 times a year
Exterior Walls
1-2 times before the first frost,
1-2 times in Spring,
2-4 times during the growth season.
If long periods of unexpected drought,
heat, or other unusual weather occur,
additional checks should be scheduled.
Interior Walls
Every 2 months

Winter
Hibernation
Season

Is the manual faucet operating correctly?

Is the float valve operating correctly?

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