PhD Student Transforms Balcony at Kerala Uni into Stunning, ‘Healing’ Vertical Garden

Originally reported and written in July 2022, this story has been republished as part of our archival content. There’s a special green space on the first floor balcony of the botany department at Kerala University’s Kariavattom campus. Strong sunlight filters through, lively foliage grows out of earthen pots, a small waterfall bubbles in the background, wind chimes tinkle in the wind, and pebbles layer the floor. Located near the library, the Viridescent Haven is a quiet space for visitors to relax and rejuvenate, replete with stools and chairs for students to lounge on. It was set up by fo...