Plants suitable for wall greening
Plants suitable for wall greening
Planting according to the building's purpose and specifications
Introducing selection points and recommended plantings
Introducing selection points and recommended plantings
Wall greening construction methodVarious plantings according to theIntroducing key design points
KYODO KY-TEC's wall greening systems come in three types: panel type, wire type, and unit type (protective product), and we offer a diverse lineup to suit the installation environment and purpose.When implementing wall greening, it is important to understand the situation of the installation location and select the appropriate method and plants, so we will introduce points to consider when selecting products and suitable plantings.
1. Wall greening system installation plan
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Noboru to Midori Wire (at a certain school in Koto Ward)
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Para Vienta (Minato Mirai Block 54)
Considerations when designing a green wall
When considering wall greening, be sure to consider the following points when selecting a product.
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Exterior wall base to be installed
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Height of installation location
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Installation environment (sunlight conditions, salt damage)
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Maintenance flow
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Drainage Plan
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Automatic irrigation planning
2. Key points to consider when selecting plants for wall greening
In a wall greening system, it is possible to plant a variety of wall plants, but for the plants to grow normally, it is important to select plants that are suited to the vegetation environment and construction method in which they are planted. Here we will introduce some points to pay particular attention to when selecting plants for the special environment unique to wall greening.
- Avoid plants that grow too quickly or have unruly branches (this will affect the surrounding plantings and frequency of maintenance).
- Select healthy seedlings of plant species that are resistant to pests and diseases.
- Mixing plants with different tolerances should be avoided as much as possible, and designs should be done in blocks or units.
- Individual plants have different tolerances to sun and shade depending on the light conditions.
- Understand the differences between climbing plants and creeping plants and choose the appropriate method.
We also have a column that will be helpful when designing green walls, so please take a look.
3. Plants suitable for wall greening ① - Climbing plants
When installing regular or legal green walls, we recommend selecting materials that encourage the climbing of evergreen creepers (Hedera species) to save on labor and management. These can be used on a variety of walls and for various purposes, including the walls of ordinary buildings, commercial facilities, and permanent fences, and allow for low-cost greening.
Viewing period and target (numbers indicate months)
| leaf | Fruit | flower |
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Japanese star jasmine
Climbing form Winding vine Coating Speed ○ Resistant to negative effects ◎ Viewing period July to August 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Evergreen/Deciduous evergreen Ease of management ○ Characteristics The white flowers are fragrant and the leaves turn red in winter. It may look a little lacking in volume when placed on a wall. Climb to Green
Panel type◎ Climb to Green
Wire type○ Climb to Green
planter○ Parabienta
Unit type✕ -
Carolina Jasmine
Climbing form Winding vine Coating Speed ◎ Resistant to negative effects ○ Viewing period July to August 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Evergreen/Deciduous evergreen Ease of management △ Characteristics Its attractive feature is the yellow flowers that cover the plant in spring, and it is characterized by its strong upward growth. Climb to Green
Panel type◎ Climb to Green
Wire type◎ Climb to Green
planter✕ Parabienta
Unit type✕ -
Honeysuckle
Climbing form Winding vine Coating Speed ◎ Resistant to negative effects ○ Viewing period July ~ August 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Evergreen/Deciduous semi-evergreen Ease of management ○ Characteristics It prefers fertile soil and its flowers are fragrant and change from white to yellow. Climb to Green
Panel type◎ Climb to Green
Wire type◎ Climb to Green
planter✕ Parabienta
Unit type✕ -
Jasmineum polyanthum
Climbing form Winding vine Coating Speed ◎ Resistant to negative effects △ Viewing period July to August 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Evergreen/Deciduous evergreen Ease of management △ Characteristics It grows in areas south of the Kanto region and blooms with fragrant flowers in spring. Climb to Green
Panel type◎ Climb to Green
Wire type◎ Climb to Green
planter✕ Parabienta
Unit type✕
4. Plants suitable for wall greening ② Ivy plants
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Hedera canariensis
Climbing form Attached roots Coating Speed ○ Resistant to negative effects ◎ Viewing period All Year 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Evergreen/Deciduous evergreen Ease of management ◎ Characteristics This is a low-maintenance tree species and is characterized by its fastest growth among the Hedera species. Climb to Green
Panel type◎ Climb to Green
Wire type△ Climb to Green
planter◎ Parabienta
Unit type◎ -
Hedera helix
Climbing form Attached roots Coating Speed ○ Resistant to negative effects ◎ Viewing period All Year 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Evergreen/Deciduous evergreen Ease of management ◎ Characteristics This is a low-maintenance tree species, characterized by its relatively fast growth among the Hedera species. Climb to Green
Panel type◎ Climb to Green
Wire type△ Climb to Green
planter◎ Parabienta
Unit type◎ -
Japanese ivy
Climbing form Attached roots Coating Speed ✕ Resistant to negative effects ◎ Viewing period All Year 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Evergreen/Deciduous evergreen Ease of management ◎ Characteristics This is a low-maintenance tree species, characterized by slower growth than Hedera species. Climb to Green
Panel type◎ Climb to Green
Wire type△ Climb to Green
planter◎ Parabienta
Unit type◎ -
Ficus pumila
Climbing form Attached roots Coating Speed ✕ Resistant to negative effects ◎ Viewing period All Year 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Evergreen/Deciduous evergreen Ease of management ○ Characteristics It grows south of the Kanto region, and although it grows slowly, it is characterized by small, densely packed leaves and strong salt tolerance. Climb to Green
Panel type◎ Climb to Green
Wire type△ Climb to Green
planterー Parabienta
Unit type◎
5. Plants suitable for wall greening ③ Ground cover plants
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Japanese sweet flag
Climbing form ー Coating Speed ー Resistant to negative effects ○ Flowering time May to July 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Evergreen/Deciduous evergreen Ease of management △ Characteristics Japanese snowbell is an evergreen perennial plant that grows naturally in wetlands such as riverbanks and rocky areas from the Tohoku region of Japan to southern East Asia. Its dark green leaves grow radially, but at around 50cm tall, it is smaller than the Japanese calamus. Direct sunlight can cause leaf burn, so it is best grown in semi-shaded wetlands. Climb to Green
Panel type✕ Climb to Green
Wire type✕ Climb to Green
planter○ Parabienta
Unit type○ -
Fiery orchid
Climbing form ー Coating Speed ー Resistant to negative effects ◎ Flowering time July ~ August 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Evergreen/Deciduous evergreen Ease of management ◎ Characteristics This is a variegated variety of the Noshiran. The leaves of the Noshiran are solid green, but the variegated varieties are also popular for their colorful leaves. They are very hardy and will grow beautifully if planted in the right environment. Climb to Green
Panel type✕ Climb to Green
Wire type✕ Climb to Green
planter◎ Parabienta
Unit type○ -
Glossy abelia
Climbing form ー Coating Speed ー Resistant to negative effects △ Flowering time July ~ August 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Evergreen/Deciduous evergreen Ease of management △ Characteristics This is a representative variety with variegated leaves, giving it a bright image. The new shoots in spring are yellow variegated, gradually changing to a white border. Climb to Green
Panel type✕ Climb to Green
Wire type✕ Climb to Green
planter◎ Parabienta
Unit type○ -
Ball Fern
Climbing form ー Coating Speed ー Resistant to negative effects △ Viewing period All Year 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Evergreen/Deciduous evergreen Ease of management △ Characteristics The stems are very short and upright, bearing numerous leaves. The long leaf axis extending from the petiole has many small leaves on either side, creating a charming appearance, making it a popular horticultural variety. It is a tree species that can tolerate drought but is weak to cold. Climb to Green
Panel type✕ Climb to Green
Wire type✕ Climb to Green
planter◎ Parabienta
Unit type○