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Embodiments of the invention provide a planter system for supporting living plants on a vertical surface that includes a fabric folded into one or more vertically-arranged knife pleats; the pleats are secured and horizontally segmented into vertically arranged, upward facing pockets by a securing me

Embodiments of the invention provide a planter system for supporting living plants on a vertical surface that includes a fabric folded into one or more vertically-arranged knife pleats; the pleats are secured and horizontally segmented into vertically arranged, upward facing pockets by a securing mechanism. The upward facing pockets are adapted hold a plant growth medium. Other aspects of the invention include a simple system for removing failing plants, and replacing them with healthy plants, already embedded in growth medium within a root liner pouch. The invention further includes an irrigation system.

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1. A planter system for supporting living plants on a vertical surface comprising: a fabric folded into one or more vertically-arranged knife pleats, the pleats secured and segmented into upward facing pockets by a securing mechanism, the upward facing pockets adapted to hold a plant growth medium.

1. A planter system for supporting living plants on a vertical surface comprising: a fabric folded into one or more vertically-arranged knife pleats, the pleats secured and segmented into upward facing pockets by a securing mechanism, the upward facing pockets adapted to hold a plant growth medium. 2. The planter system of claim 1, wherein the fabric comprises material selected from the group consisting of polyester/acrylic tangle material, synthetic fibers, adhered synthetic fibers, natural fibers, glass, ceramic, metal, plastic, or stone. 3. The planter system of claim 1, wherein the system comprises a plurality of pleats, the pleats arranged in parallel horizontally, and vertically stacked. 4. The planter system of claim 1, wherein the securing mechanism is selected from the group consisting of adhesives, glue, synthetic fiber stitches, pins, tacks, wire, metal bindings, and solid framing. 5. The planter system of claim 1, further comprising an irrigation system that includes tubing adapted to convey fluid from a fluid source to the pockets and to remove excess fluid from the pockets. 6. The planter system of claim 5, wherein the irrigation tubes comprise holes that allow escape of fluid from the tubing, and wherein a fluid escape path allows the fluid to flow into the fabric, the fabric itself forming a fluid flow path. 7. The planter system of claim 1, further comprising a removable pouch that allows for the simple insertion and removal of plant material. 8. The planter system of claim 1, further comprising a channeled frame, the frame comprising three sides connected or folded to contain water and moisture. 9. The planter system of claim 8, wherein the channel frame comprises edge corners that are sealed with a waterproof sealant comprising materials selected from the group consisting of non-corrosive materials galvanized steel, painted metal, aluminum, carbon fiber, plastic, or vinyl. 10. The planter system of claim 8, wherein the channeled frame is operably connected to a water storage system, the water storage system comprising a holding tank and a pump adapted to circulate water through the planter system. 11. The planter system of claim 10, further comprising any of an automatic timer or moisture sensing device to control automatic watering of plants contained in the system. 12. The planter system of claim 1, wherein the pleated material is attached solely to itself to create a flexible panel that can be folded or rolled. 13. The planter system of claim 1, wherein the pleated material may consist of multiple layers that alter the appearance and mechanical properties of the planter system. 14. The planter system of claim 1, further comprising a containment housing enclosure comprising of a single sheet of material folded to provide support for the membrane and contain water. 15. The planter system of claim 10, further comprising of a mechanical fan and plenum enclosure behind the membrane that creates air pressure against the membrane therein causing air to move through the membrane which captures dust particles to create a method to filter air. 16. The method to filter air of claim 15, wherein the dust particles are biologically neutralized by microbial activity surrounding the root system of living plant material supported by the membrane.