Living Wall Construction

Living Wall Construction in Homestead, FL

Living wall construction isn’t just about growing plants on a wall—it’s about bringing life into spaces that usually feel flat. At Firefly Landscape Contractors LLC, we’ve been building green walls and vertical gardens across Homestead and South Florida for years, and we’ve seen how much they can change a place.


A good living wall softens hard edges, cools the air, and makes a space feel alive. Whether it’s an indoor living wall in a lobby or an outdoor living wall on a patio, we design every one to thrive in Florida’s climate—and to look like it truly belongs there.

Built for Florida Living

Florida’s sunshine is a blessing—and a challenge. The humidity, salt air, and heavy rain can wear down most systems if they’re not built right. That’s why our living wall construction starts with climate-first planning.


We use sustainable wall designs that manage drainage, resist heat, and keep plant roots protected through Florida’s long summers. For outdoor green wall installations, we make sure the irrigation systems are efficient and the plant selections can handle real sunlight and humidity. Indoors, we design vertical plant walls that work with air conditioning and low-light conditions, so they stay lush year-round.


Every build, whether commercial or residential, gets the same attention to detail. We don’t just make it look green—we make sure it stays green.

What It Brings to Everyday Life

When people talk about adding a living wall, they usually start by saying they want something beautiful. But once it’s in, they realize it’s more than that.


A living wall changes how a space feels. It cools the air, dampens noise, and adds this quiet energy—the kind you can’t fake with paint or artwork. In homes, it brings a bit of the outdoors inside. In businesses, it makes people pause, breathe, and feel comfortable.


It’s not just about plants on a wall. It’s about balance—between nature and structure, between the space you live in and the environment that surrounds it.

Why People Call Firefly Landscape Contractors LLC

Most of our living wall construction work comes through referrals. Someone sees a vertical garden design we built at a café or a home entryway and asks, “Who did that?” That’s how we like it.


Folks call Firefly because we do this the right way. We take time to understand how your wall faces the sun, what kind of irrigation it needs, and how to make maintenance easy. We don’t rush it, and we don’t hand it off. Everything’s built in-house, by people who take pride in what they’re growing.


It’s not just craftsmanship—it’s care. That’s what makes the difference between a pretty project and a living one.

How We Build a Living Wall That Thrives

Every wall starts with design. We’ll visit your space, look at light patterns, and figure out how the structure can support the plants you want. From there, we design a custom green wall system that fits your environment—not something generic.


We build the frame, set up irrigation, and test the drainage before a single plant goes in. Then comes the fun part—arranging plants in a pattern that feels alive, not artificial. Some walls have tropical bursts of color; others keep a calm, mossy palette. Each is different, built for the space it’s in.


For indoor living walls, we use sealed systems that protect walls and floors while keeping humidity balanced. For outdoor installations, we anchor everything to handle Florida’s storms and heat. Either way, it’s built to last, with access points for easy green wall maintenance down the line.


That’s the kind of detail that only comes from years of doing it by hand—and standing behind every build.

A Simple Truth About Living Walls

Here’s what we’ve learned after years of vertical garden design: the plants will only thrive if the system beneath them is solid.


Most people focus on the plants, but the real success of a living wall is in the unseen parts—the irrigation, drainage, and root structure. Get that balance right, and the plants practically take care of themselves.


That’s what makes Firefly’s work different. We don’t just hang plants on a wall—we build an ecosystem that keeps itself in balance. It’s the kind of design you don’t notice until you realize how little upkeep it needs.

What It Feels Like When It’s Done

There’s this moment after we finish a living wall installation—when the last plant is in place and the irrigation kicks on for the first time. The wall goes from still to alive.


You can smell the greenery. The space feels softer, fresher. The light bounces differently. Indoors, it instantly makes a room calmer. Outside, it makes a wall feel like part of the garden.


It’s a subtle kind of magic—one that only nature can pull off, with a little help from good design and experience.

Proudly Serving Homestead & South Florida

We’re based right here in Homestead, FL, and we’ve built living wall systems across South Florida—from Coral Gables and Kendall to Key Largo.


Every property has its own personality, and we make sure each biophilic design wall fits the space and the people who use it. Built strong enough for the weather, designed soft enough to feel natural—that’s the Firefly way.

FAQs

  • How long does it take to build a living wall?

    Most backyard ponds take about one to two weeks, depending on design and soil conditions.

  • Can you add a living wall to an existing structure?

    Yes—we can retrofit most existing walls with the right supports and irrigation.

  • What kind of maintenance does it need?

    Minimal. We design each system with simple access points and automatic irrigation. Our green wall maintenance service can handle seasonal tune-ups.

  • Do you offer commercial installations?

    Of course. We have installed commercial living walls in offices, stores, and hotels throughout South Florida.

  • What types of plants work best for a Florida living wall?

    Tropical plants, ferns, mosses, and heat-tolerant groundcovers thrive in this environment. We'll choose plants that work well in the light and humidity conditions of your environment.

Ready to Start?

If you have been considering the addition of a living wall to your home or business, let’s collaborate and turn that vision into reality! We'll create something that suits your space, your daily life, and the Florida weather we totally understand.


Call Firefly Landscape Contractors LLC today at (305) 609-0565 to start your living wall construction in Homestead, FL—and let’s build something that truly lives and grows with you.