Installing nuage
Simply mount water reservoir making sure it is perfectly levelled on the wall using the appropriate anchors and the rubberized metal washers provided. Please ensure that the anchors and wall structure can support a total weight up to 10kg (22.5lbs)
2. Secure each pods in the water reservoir by pushing the rubber grommets at either sides of pots.
3. Weave the wicks through the rubber grommets. Use one wick per pod for succulent plants, two wick for most other plants and three wicks for tropical plants or as required.
4. Combine the various modules to create your own creative design Combine the various modules to create your own creative design.
Filling the Reservoir
Fill each water reservoir using a watering can or a hose through one of the opening at either ends of the module.
To further extend the period of autonomy between watering, we recommend watering each plant every time you fill the water reservoir. If you are using an irrigation line, you can add a mister at each pod to achieve this goal.
Planting nuage
Add soil and plants, making sure that there are no air pockets and that the wick stay at bottom of the pot. If many wicks are used, these can be spread apart around the root ball to provide an optimal moisture distribution evenly inside the pod.
When installing multiple NUAGE modules, always start planting from the top and work your way down.
This prevents soil from falling onto the plants below and ensures a cleaner, smoother planting process.
Caring for Plants
NUAGE offers up to one month of autonomy between waterings.
To irrigate, simply pour water into the openings at either end of NUAGE using a watering can or hose — just ensure the water level stays below the base of the pods. You can check the water level by gently dipping your finger into the irrigation opening. Refill as needed.
To further extend the period of autonomy between watering, we recommend watering each plant every time you fill the water reservoir. If you are using an irrigation line, you can add a mister at each pod to achieve this goal.
Don’t forget to feed your plants!
For best results, insert one stick of organic fertilizer per pod once a month, or as needed depending on your plant’s growth cycle.
Selecting Plants
Whether you're curating a lush corner, greening your workspace, or designing a modular 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 something functional?
Herbs: Basil, mint, thyme, oregano, chives (bright light required)
Microgreens & 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
Optional Irrigation System
For larger living walls and for extended autonomy, NUAGE can be connected to a an irrigation line. Here’s how:
Locate the Irrigation Ports
NUAGE features discreet inlet openings at both ends of the reservoir channel. These are designed to accommodate standard 1/4-inch (6 mm) drip irrigation tubing.Insert the Tubing
Gently insert the irrigation tubing into one of the openings. You can link many NUSAGEs with the same irrigation line. Ensure that there are at least 1 emitters per NUAGE reservoir. The other end of the tubing should connect to your water source — either a gravity-fed reservoir, rainwater barrel, or a timed irrigation system. If you are using a timer, you must install an overflow drain at the bottom of the wall. As this can be cost prohibitive, another option is to manually activate the irrigation once a month or as require to ensure there are no risks of overflow.Adjust Flow Rate
Use a flow controller or adjustable emitter to regulate the water entering the system. This helps prevent overfilling and ensures a steady, gradual refill of the reservoir.Test the System
Once connected, run water through the system to ensure it flows smoothly into NUAGE without overflowing. Watch for leaks or blockages and adjust tubing as necessary.Protect your home/office/building
a) Ensure that the load bearing capacity of the wall is sufficient to support the weight of your living wall assembly filled with water.
b) Ensure that large living walls are installed over a protective impervious barrier.
c) Ensure that there is a catchment at the bottom of the living wall with a connection to a drain.
“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
