Enhance Your Garden with a Glass Pergola

Why a garden is a good idea in a glass pergola?

Bengaluru is called the city for a reason. The plants love the weather in the city. Just like you.
Lalbagh, Cubbon Park, Botanical garden are all just testaments to this.

With such amazing environment anyone can have a garden in their homes. Yes, even if you are living in an apartment or a small space. That is why there are glass pergolas. You can make a haven for plants and yourself under it.

Let's see how we can make an amazing garden under our glass pergola.

How to Choose the Right plants for your Pergola?

Depending on what you are looking for here are a set of plants that will be perfect for you (these plants are perfect for Bangalores weather).

Low-Maintenance Plants

• Snake Plant (Sansevieria trifasciata): A hardy plant that thrives in low light conditions.

• Money Plant (Epipremnum aureum): A versatile plant that can be grown as a trailing vine or a climber.

• ZZ Plant (Zamioculcas zamiifolia): A low-maintenance plant that can tolerate neglect.
  

Shade-Tolerant Plants

• Boston Fern (Nephrolepis exaltata): A lush fern that thrives in humid conditions.

• Peace Lily (Spathiphyllum): A beautiful plant that can purify the air.

• Chinese Money Plant (Pilea peperomioides): A charming plant with round, coin-shaped leaves.
  

Vertical Gardening

• Pothos (Epipremnum aureum): A versatile vine that can be trained to climb or trail.

• Spider Plant (Chlorophytum comosum): A popular houseplant that produces baby spiderettes.

• String of Pearls (Senecio rowleyanus): A unique succulent with bead-like leaves.
  
  

Fragrant Plants

• Jasmine (Jasminum officinale): A fragrant climber that can add a touch of elegance to your pergola.

• Gardenia (Gardenia jasminoides): A beautiful flowering plant with a sweet fragrance.

• Tuberose (Polianthes tuberosa): A fragrant flower that blooms in the evening.

Let there be light! And how to do it?

Lighting is essential for the plants. So is it for you.

During day time the glass pergola offers the maximum light. Plants love this. (But if the plants are supposed to be indoor then move them to the areas of shade)

After the sunset use warm lights. This can elevate and give your plants a special aura. LED strips are a great option to consider.

Apart from lighting you can use wooden furniture like chairs, teapoys and tables that can create a classic look to your pergola. This will also complement the plants in your garden. Making a perfect combination. Make sure your furniture are weather proof. (from rain and sunlight)

You can also add in extras like stone statues, wind chimes to make your pergolas heavenly.

Artificial Lights and More

Ventilation for Glass pergolas

A well ventilated pergolas will be great to get some fresh air. This will be great for the plants too. For this, you can keep the sides open. A minimum of 2 sides can be kept open to ensure proper air passage.

You can also use slide doors on a side, that can be adjusted to the weather.

Tips for Well Maintaining you Pergola Garden

• It could rain, it could be sunny or it could be chilling. So make sure your plants can take all these. Water them accordingly. Keep a chart for watering the plants and change it depending on the season.

• Clean the glass panels for maximum light. You can do this with a wet cloth. If the stains are hard to clean use a water jet to get it off. This can be done once a year.

• Prune your plants. This can help them stay healthy and in good shape.

• Use measures for pest control. There are organic pesticides like neem oil, rosemary oil etc. You can also use artificial pesticides but it would be better to consult a plant doctor before that.
  
  
  

Conslusuion

Gardens can be a great addition to a glass pergola. Plants will thrive in Bangalore's great weather. Make sure to take good care of your plants. Select plants that will suite your style of maintenance and aesthetics. Lighting and furniture will also elevate the vibe of your glass pergola. Make sure to keep the area well lighted and ventilated. Water the plants and keep a chart for it.

If you do all these you will have a great garden pergola!