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Installing NUAGE3 Vertical Planter
NUAGE can be installed on walls, tiles, windows, and railings. Its plant-led, on-demand irrigation system makes it ideal for both indoor and outdoor use in sheltered areas, while also performing beautifully in outdoor settings exposed to the elements during the dryer season.
install
Ensure that the wall can support 10kg (22.5lbs).
Draw a horizontal line on the wall with a pencil and level.
Mark the 3 anchor points (red dots) using the perforated template on the back of the packaging.
Place the tip of the anchor on the mark.
Using a Phillips screwdriver, turn clockwise and
press gently. The anchor drills itself into the drywall. Keep turning until the anchor sits flat against the wall. Stop when flush. Do not overtighten.Insert the screw through the rubberized washer making sure the stainless steel side faces you. Insert screw and washer into middle screw hole within the reservoir.
Lift the reservoir into place and screw into the midddle anchor. Tighten gently then rotate the reservoir until aligned perfectly with the two side anchors.
Repeat for the 2 remaining anchors.
assemble
1. Once the water reservoir has been mounted on the wall, place each pot inside the 3 openings.
2. Push the silicone grommets into the openings on either side of each pot to secure them in place. Inserting them at a slight downward angle makes the process easier.
set up wick
1. Make a tight knot at the centre of the wick. You might need to make a second know if your plant requires less water.
2. With the help of the bamboo skewer, push the wick through the silicone sleeve.
3. When the wick emerges from the end of the sleeve, you can gently pull it through to position it properly.
install wick
Weave one wick per pot through one of the side silicone grommets, ensuring there is enough length for the wick to reach the bottom of the water reservoir.
Please avoid using the grommets at either end of the water reservoir, as there is less space for the wick to slide freely.
adjust irrigation
Take a mindful moment to get to know your plants and connect with their unique rhythm. Each one responds differently depending on its location, light exposure, size, and species. As your plants settle in, their roots will gradually reach deeper into the reservoir—this gentle tuning process can take a few weeks as your system finds its natural balance.
IMPORTANT STEP for New Plants
When installing new plants in NUAGE, begin by watering each plant directly into the pot at the time of planting, and continue this practice until the roots have fully reached the bottom of the planter. This establishment phase typically takes 2 to 3 weeks.
During this period, it’s important to ensure consistent moisture by watering directly into the soil. This initial care supports the roots as they grow downward, gently guiding them toward the wick system and water reservoir below.
Once the roots have reached the base of the pot—usually within a few weeks—the plants will naturally begin to draw all the water they need from the reservoir through the wick. At this point, care becomes beautifully simple, transitioning to NUAGE’s self-irrigating rhythm.
We recommend starting on the drier side, then progressively increasing irrigation as your plants establish and grow into their happy place. Once this harmony is reached, care becomes beautifully simple: just refill the water reservoirs as needed, adding our organic kelp fertilizer to nourish and support lush, thriving growth.
To adjust the watering level, slide the knot up or down inside the silicone sleeve.
Higher knot = less water released
Lower knot = more water released
2 knots + for cacti, succulents or smaller plants
plant
If desired, place 1/3 cup of pumice, perlite, or expanded clay pellets at the bottom of each pot. This creates drainage space and supports healthy root aeration. Make sure that the wick inside the pot is above the pumice, perlite or clay pellets.
Add soil and position your plants, ensuring that:
There are no air pockets in the soil
The wick and silicone sleeve are placed vertically against one side
The wick is placed horizontally along the base of the pot for proper capillary irrigation
When planting multiple NUAGE modules, we recommend planting the highest module first and work downward. This prevents soil from falling onto the plants below and ensures a clean, smooth planting process.
fill
To fill the water reservoir, simply pour water through either opening at the ends of the NUAGE module using a watering can or watering wand. You can check the water level by gently placing a finger into one of the small perforations on either side of the module.
For an empty reservoir, we recommend adding approximately 3 litres of water. We recommend adding ½ teaspoon of our kelp fertiliser to the irrigation water or any other water-soluble fertiliser.
Refill reservoir as needed.
IMPORTANT STEP for New Plants
When installing new plants in NUAGE, begin by watering each plant directly into the pot at the time of planting, and continue this practice until the roots have fully reached the bottom of the planter. This establishment phase typically takes 2 to 3 weeks.
During this period, it’s important to ensure consistent moisture by watering directly into the soil. This initial care supports the roots as they grow downward, gently guiding them toward the wick system and water reservoir below.
Once the roots have reached the base of the pot—usually within a few weeks—the plants will naturally begin to draw all the water they need from the reservoir through the wick. At this point, care becomes beautifully simple, transitioning to NUAGE’s self-irrigating rhythm.
We recommend starting on the drier side, then progressively increasing irrigation as your plants establish and grow into their happy place. Once this harmony is reached, care becomes beautifully simple: just refill the water reservoirs as needed, adding our organic kelp fertilizer to nourish and support lush, thriving growth.
After planting, take a few weeks to observe your plants and adjust their watering level as needed. Keep in mind that plant size, indoor temperature, ambient humidity, and sun vs. shade exposure will all influence how much moisture your plants prefer.
Begin with the recommended wick settings on page 6, then adjust until each plant finds its happy equilibrium.
This simple, water-efficient system, with its subtle fine-tuning adjustments, mimics natural seasonal moisture cycles, encouraging roots to grow strong, resilient, and deeply anchored.
Mounting on Windows
To mount your NUAGE on a window, begin by screwing in the three suction cups into the 3 perforations at the back of the water reservoir. Add the washer to each crew inside the water reservoir, then secure in place with the nut.
To ensure proper alignment and stability, attach the 2 grey pads provided to the back of the reservoir on each side.
Once installed, gently press the unit against the glass to engage the suction cups.
We recommend mounting NUAGE³ with our ULTRA Suction Cups on double or triple-glazed insulated windows. Single-pane glass or surfaces that experience rapid temperature changes may cause the suction cups to release over time.
Please check periodically to ensure that the suction cups remain fully adhered to the glass.
Direct full sun exposure or dramatic temperature fluctuations (for example, very cold nights followed by strong daytime sun) may reduce suction performance.
Use at your discretion and install in locations appropriate for your space.
Caring for Plants
Fine-Tuning Moisture Levels
After planting, take a few days to observe your plants and adjust their watering level as needed. Keep in mind that plant size, indoor temperature, ambient humidity, and sun vs. shade exposure will all influence how much moisture your plants prefer.
Begin with the recommended wick settings below, then adjust slowly over a few days until each plant finds its happy equilibrium.
This simple, water-efficient system, with its subtle fine-tuning adjustments, mimics natural seasonal moisture cycles, encouraging roots to grow strong, resilient, and deeply anchored.
Seasonal Adjustments
Please remember to adjust the watering level as indoor light conditions, temperature, and humidity shift throughout the seasons.
Nourishment
Don’t forget to feed your plants! Insert one organic fertilizer stick per pod once a month, or add a few drops of organic liquid fertilizer into the water reservoir.
Selecting Plants
Whether you're curating a lush corner, greening your workspace, growing your kitchen herb garden or designing a vertical garden, choosing the right plants for 6-inch indoor pots requires balancing aesthetics, care needs, and environmental conditions.
Light Requirements
Choose plants based on the natural light available in your space:
Bright, direct light: Succulents, jade plant, snake plant, ponytail palm
Bright, indirect light: Pothos, philodendron, calathea, spider plant, peace lily
Low light: ZZ plant, Chinese evergreen, cast iron plant
Tip: South- and west-facing windows offer more intense light, while north-facing ones suit shade-lovers.
Growth Habit
Compact or slow-growing: Perfect for long-term container life
Trailing or cascading: Ideal for hanging displays or vertical walls
Upright and bushy: Great for filling visual space (e.g., peperomia, ferns)
Root System & Pot Depth
Shallow to medium root systems (avoid fast-growing plants that quickly become root-bound)
Examples: Fittonia, peperomia, maranta, small ferns, air-purifying climbers
Avoid large root vegetables or vigorous tropicals that outgrow small containers quickly.
Care Level
Match the plant to your lifestyle and watering habits:
Low-maintenance: Snake plant, ZZ plant, pothos
Moderate care: Calathea, prayer plant, ferns
Humidity lovers: Baby tears, Boston fern, mosses — great near kitchens or bathrooms
Air Purification & Wellness
Many small plants also purify the air and boost well-being:
Best choices: Peace lily, pothos, spider plant, Chinese evergreen
Edibles & Aromatics
Want Fresh Greens?
Herbs: Basil, Parsley, Cilantro (bright light required)
Microgreens, Sprouts & baby greens: Quick harvest and replant cycles
Aesthetic Considerations
Choose leaf texture and color to create visual contrast (e.g., glossy vs. velvety, variegated vs. solid)
Mix heights and shapes to add dimension
Use themed palettes: tropical lush, desert chic, soft pastels, or bold greens
“Regenerative design invites us to live in harmony with nature — creating relationships that nurture both people and planet.”
Geneviève Noël
“Circularity speaks not only to a biomimetic form, but also to a regenerative design philosophy — one in which waste is simply an output awaiting its next purpose. Instead of plastic waste congesting our oceans, NUAGE up-cycles it into a beautiful life affirming product.”
Maginnis Cocivera
