Landscape method and landscape device

Abstract

The application discloses a landscaping device, which comprises a main container, a detachable inner container and a landscape element. The detachable inner container is matched with the inner shape of the main container. The main container is made of transparent material. An opening is arranged on the top of the main container for taking out the detachable inner container. The landscape element is arranged on the detachable inner container. The detachable inner container can be taken out from the main container at will. Users no longer need to enter the main container to operate. The operation space is no longer limited.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of micro-landscape technology, and in particular to a landscaping method and a landscaping device. Background Technology

[0002] Creating miniature landscapes within transparent containers such as glass bottles and tanks is a common form of decoration and horticulture. These landscapes typically involve fixing plants and decorations to a substrate within the container. However, this traditional method has several inherent limitations: First, the operator's working space is severely restricted, especially in containers with small openings, where it's difficult to reach in or to operate skillfully, resulting in low precision, a high error rate, and significantly lower efficiency compared to open spaces. Second, long-term maintenance of the completed landscape is extremely inconvenient. For example, watering plants easily leaves limescale on the inner glass walls, and cleaning this limescale also requires reaching into the narrow space with hands or tools, making it difficult to reach structural dead corners. Furthermore, once the container itself breaks, the entire landscape is often rendered unusable, as the container cannot be replaced separately.

[0003] Regarding structural fixation, the smooth glass surface makes adhesive adhesion poor. Fixing landscape elements (such as stone and driftwood) and achieving complex structures requires considerable skill and additional materials, posing a significant barrier to entry for enthusiasts. Furthermore, achieving water circulation within the container (e.g., for aquatic landscapes or aquatic life) typically necessitates the installation of a separate water pump and pump compartment. This not only occupies valuable landscape space but also makes wiring, maintenance, and replacement extremely cumbersome. To address these issues, existing technologies have proposed several improvement solutions.

[0004] For example, Chinese patent announcement number CN217657273U discloses an easy-to-maintain landscape container, comprising a transparent container body for plants and a rockery-shaped landscape base. The upper part of the landscape base has a cavity for holding the nutrient soil needed for plant growth, and the lower bottom surface of the landscape base has at least one through hole for water inflow and outflow. This invention, by shaping the landscape base into an aesthetically pleasing rockery shape and using transparent glass as the container body, makes both the plants and the landscape base aesthetically pleasing. Furthermore, the cavity in the upper part and the through hole in the lower part of the landscape base allow the landscape container to maintain the moisture of the nutrient soil without submerging the plants simply by periodically adding a suitable amount of water.

[0005] However, this existing technology still fails to fundamentally solve the aforementioned core pain points. First, although it can be removed as a whole, the landscaping process itself still needs to be carried out on the base, which does not change the fundamental challenge of performing delicate operations in a confined space. Second, it mainly solves the problem of automating watering, but does not improve maintenance and functionality issues such as cleaning the inner glass wall, fixing complex structures, and integrating water circulation systems. Third, its landscape base has a fixed shape, limiting its flexibility and making it difficult to meet diverse and personalized complex landscaping needs.

[0006] Therefore, there is an urgent need for an innovative landscaping solution that can completely break free from the dependence on operating in closed containers, enabling convenient construction, flexible adjustment, and easy maintenance of the landscape outside the container, while ensuring that the final landscape presented inside the container has high aesthetic appeal and ecological stability. Summary of the Invention

[0007] This invention provides a landscaping method and a landscaping device, solving a series of operational and functional problems encountered when creating and maintaining landscaping in a semi-enclosed container.

[0008] This invention provides a landscaping method, comprising the following steps:

[0009] Step 1. Provide a removable inner liner whose shape is adapted to the internal shape of the main container. The main container is made of transparent material, and the top of the main container is provided with an opening for removing the removable inner liner.

[0010] Step 2. Place the removable inner liner inside the main container to house the landscape elements within the main container;

[0011] Step 3. Remove the landscape element from the main container by taking out the removable inner liner.

[0012] Preferably, the removable inner liner is equipped with a water circulation system that works in conjunction with the landscape element.

[0013] Preferably, the landscape elements include at least two of the following: plant elements, terrain elements, and decorative elements.

[0014] A landscaping device includes a main container, a detachable inner liner, and landscape elements. The detachable inner liner is adapted to the internal shape of the main container. The main container is made of transparent material, and the top of the main container has an opening for removing the detachable inner liner. The landscape elements are correspondingly disposed on the detachable inner liner.

[0015] Preferably, the bottom of the removable inner liner has a bearing surface; the bearing surface can be configured in a first form and a second form; in the first form, the bearing surface is generally horizontally arranged; in the second form, the bearing surface is inclined relative to the horizontal plane, such that one end of the bottom of the removable inner liner is higher than the other end, thereby forming an internal cavity below the higher side of the bearing surface, and a placement seat is correspondingly fitted into the internal cavity; the placement seat is divided into multiple cavities, and the cavities are used to house the water circulation system and / or the filter material layer; the cavity for placing the filter material layer has filter hole walls.

[0016] Preferably, the detachable inner liner is configured to be any one of the following: an irregularly cut cylindrical shape, a square frame with three sidewalls, or a square frame with two adjacent sidewalls.

[0017] Preferably, both the bearing surface in the first configuration and the bearing surface in the second configuration have a plurality of grooves formed on their upper surfaces; both the inner wall of the detachable inner liner in the first configuration and the inner wall of the detachable inner liner in the second configuration have a plurality of grooves formed on their inner walls; and a portable protrusion is integrally formed on the top of the inner wall of the detachable inner liner.

[0018] Preferably, landscape element A is inserted into the groove; landscape element B and / or landscape element C are inserted into the trench; landscape element B is configured as a suspension cavity; and landscape element C is configured as a biomimetic tree branch.

[0019] Preferably, a water-proof gap is formed between the bottom of the detachable inner liner and the bearing surface; the bearing surface is provided with a plurality of seepage holes communicating with the water-proof gap; the detachable inner liner has a limiting protrusion that is higher than the bearing surface on the corresponding side when it faces the viewing side.

[0020] Preferably, the water circulation system includes a water pump, a pipe, and a control panel. The water pump is electrically connected to the control panel. One end of the pipe is connected to the water pump, and the other end of the pipe passes through the bearing surface and extends above the bearing surface. The outer wall of the removable inner liner has a wiring mounting groove from bottom to top at the position corresponding to the water pump.

[0021] The beneficial effects of this invention are as follows:

[0022] 1. This invention provides a landscaping method and a landscaping device. By incorporating a detachable inner liner, landscape elements are correspondingly mounted on the detachable inner liner. The detachable inner liner can be freely removed from the main container, eliminating the need for users to enter the main container. Users can directly remove the detachable inner liner and create the landscape on it, freeing up operating space. After completing the landscaping, the detachable inner liner can be placed back into the main container. Removing the detachable inner liner also allows for the cleaning of the main container, making the process convenient and quick. In this separate design, the main container and the landscaping elements can be freely interchanged, enhancing the user's interactive experience.

[0023] 2. The present invention provides a landscaping device with a detachable inner liner that has a limiting protrusion higher than the corresponding bearing surface on the viewing side, ensuring that soil or sand will not overflow. During maintenance, the detachable inner liner and landscape elements can be taken out for free operation, such as spraying water, fertilizing, and cleaning fallen leaves.

[0024] 3. A water-proof gap is formed between the bottom of the detachable inner liner and the bearing surface. Several seepage holes communicating with the water-proof gap are opened on the bearing surface to allow water to seep in and prevent water accumulation at the plant roots.

[0025] 4. Both the bearing surface in the first form and the bearing surface in the second form have several raised grooves on their upper surfaces, and landscape element A is inserted into the raised grooves; both the inner sidewall of the detachable inner liner in the first form and the inner sidewall of the detachable inner liner in the second form have several grooves, and landscape element B and / or landscape element C are inserted into the grooves. The tree and other landscaping materials branches can be assembled and previewed without glue, reducing design and post-production errors. The raised grooves and grooves can also be used to assemble matching model accessories, which can slide horizontally to achieve various personalized shapes.

[0026] 5. The cavity is used to house the water circulation system and / or filter material layer. As a separate modular assembly, it can be removed from the main container along with the detachable inner tank for maintenance while maintaining the overall aquascape shape, which is very convenient. Attached Figure Description

[0027] Figure 1 This is an exploded view of the first embodiment (in the first configuration).

[0028] Figure 2 This is an exploded rear view of the first embodiment (main container omitted).

[0029] Figure 3 This is a perspective view of the second embodiment (with landscape elements in the first configuration).

[0030] Figure 4 This is a perspective view of the third embodiment (an irregularly cut cylindrical shape in the second form).

[0031] Figure 5 This is a perspective view (looking down) of the third embodiment.

[0032] Figure 6 This is a perspective view (top view) of the third embodiment.

[0033] Figure 7 This is a perspective view of the fourth embodiment (a box shape with three sidewalls in the first configuration).

[0034] Figure 8 This is a perspective view of the fifth embodiment (a box shape with three sidewalls in the second form).

[0035] Figure 9 This is a perspective view (looking down) of the fifth embodiment.

[0036] Figure 10 This is a perspective view of the sixth embodiment (a box shape with two adjacent sidewalls in the first configuration).

[0037] Figure 11 This is a perspective view of the seventh embodiment (a box shape with two adjacent sidewalls in the second form).

[0038] Figure 12 This is a perspective view (looking down) of the seventh embodiment.

[0039] The attached figures are labeled as follows: main container 10, removable inner liner 11, placement seat 12, groove 13, bearing surface 15, pipe 14, seepage hole 17, groove 16, water-proof gap 18, water pump 19, cavity 22, filter hole wall 23, wiring mounting groove 20, limiting flange 21, portable protrusion 24, landscape element C 25, landscape element B 26. Detailed Implementation

[0040] To further understand the features, technical means, and specific objectives and functions achieved by the present invention, the present invention will be described in further detail below with reference to specific embodiments and accompanying drawings.

[0041] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention according to the specific circumstances.

[0042] This invention provides a landscaping method, comprising the following steps:

[0043] Step 1. Provide a removable inner liner whose shape is adapted to the internal shape of the main container. The main container is made of transparent material, and the top of the main container is provided with an opening for removing the removable inner liner.

[0044] Step 2. Place the removable inner liner inside the main container to house the landscape elements within the main container;

[0045] Step 3. Remove the landscape element from the main container by taking out the removable inner liner.

[0046] In a preferred embodiment, the removable inner liner is equipped with a water circulation system that works in conjunction with the landscape elements. The landscape elements include at least two of the following: plant elements, terrain elements, and decorative elements.

[0047] This method utilizes a detachable inner container, with landscape elements mounted on it. The inner container can be easily removed from the main container, eliminating the need for users to enter the main container. Users can directly remove the inner container and create their own landscape elements on it, freeing up operating space. After completion, the inner container can be easily placed back into the main container. Removing the inner container also allows for easy cleaning of the main container, making the process convenient and quick. In this separate design, the main container and the landscape elements can be freely interchanged, enhancing the user's interactive experience.

[0048] Please refer to Figure 1-2 The first embodiment shown includes a landscaping device comprising a main container 10, a detachable inner liner 11, and landscape elements. The detachable inner liner 11 is adapted to the internal shape of the main container 10. The main container 10 is made of transparent material, and an opening is provided at the top of the main container 10 for removing the detachable inner liner 11. The landscape elements are correspondingly disposed on the detachable inner liner 11. The bottom of the detachable inner liner 11 has a bearing surface 15. The bearing surface 15 is configured in a first form. A plurality of grooves 16 are formed on the upper surface of the bearing surface 15, and a plurality of grooves 13 are formed on the inner sidewall of the detachable inner liner 11. A portable protrusion 24 is integrally formed on the top of the inner sidewall of the detachable inner liner 11. A water-proof gap 18 is formed between the bottom of the detachable inner liner 11 and the bearing surface 15. The bearing surface 15 has a plurality of seepage holes 17 communicating with the water-proof gap 18. The detachable inner liner 11 has a limiting flange 21 that is higher than the bearing surface 15 on the corresponding side, which is closer to the viewing side. When it is necessary to remove the removable inner liner 11, the removable inner liner 11 can be pulled upward by contacting the portable protrusion 24 with your fingers.

[0049] Please refer to Figure 3The second embodiment of the landscaping device shown is based on the first embodiment, in which a landscape element A is inserted into the groove 16; a landscape element B26 and / or a landscape element C25 are inserted into the groove 13; the landscape element B26 is configured as a hanging cavity; and the landscape element C25 is configured as a bionic tree branch.

[0050] Please refer to Figure 4-6 The third embodiment of the landscaping device shown has a second form in which the supporting surface 15 is inclined relative to the horizontal plane, so that one end of the bottom of the detachable inner tank 11 is higher than the other end, thereby forming an internal chamber below the higher side of the supporting surface 15. The internal chamber is fitted with a placement seat 12. The placement seat 12 is divided into multiple cavities 22, which are used to house the water circulation system and / or filter material layer. The cavity 22 for placing the filter material layer has a filter hole wall 23. The detachable inner tank 11 is irregularly cut into a cylindrical shape. The water circulation system includes a water pump 19, a pipe 14, and a control panel. The water pump 19 is electrically connected to the control panel. One end of the pipe 14 is connected to the water pump 19, and the other end of the pipe 14 passes through the supporting surface 15 and extends above the supporting surface 15. The outer wall of the detachable inner tank 11 has a wiring mounting groove 20 from bottom to top at the position corresponding to the water pump 19. The wires leading out from the control panel can be embedded in the wiring mounting groove 20 and extend outward from the main container 10, improving the overall aesthetics.

[0051] In this embodiment, the water pump 19 is a miniature submersible pump or a land-based water pump with a power of 0.5-5W to meet the circulation flow requirements of a small landscape. One end of the pipe 14 is connected to the outlet of the water pump 19, and the other end extends and distributes to predetermined locations within the landscape, for example, extending to a higher location to form a waterfall, or connecting to an atomizer to generate water mist. The path of the pipe 14 can be concealed by terrain features or vegetation to maintain a natural appearance. The control panel is located in an easily accessible position on the side wall or base of the device. It includes at least a power switch, a speed control knob, or a timer switch. The control panel 18 is electrically connected to the water pump 19 via a waterproof wire to adjust its start / stop, flow rate, or operating mode.

[0052] Please refer to Figure 7 The fourth embodiment of the landscaping device shown has a removable inner liner 11 with a frame-like appearance with three side walls, and a bearing surface 15 configured in a first form in which the bearing surface 15 is arranged approximately horizontally.

[0053] Please refer to Figure 8-9 The fifth embodiment of the landscaping device shown has a removable inner liner 11 with a frame-like appearance with three sidewalls, and the bearing surface 15 is configured in a second form.

[0054] Please refer to Figure 10The sixth embodiment of the landscaping device shown has a removable inner liner 11 with a frame-like appearance and two adjacent sidewalls, and the bearing surface 15 is configured in a first form.

[0055] Please refer to Figure 11-12 The seventh embodiment of the landscaping device shown has a removable inner liner 11 with a frame-like appearance and two adjacent sidewalls, and the bearing surface 15 is configured in a second form.

[0056] The embodiments described above illustrate only seven implementations of the present invention, and while the descriptions are relatively specific and detailed, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of the present invention. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of the present invention, and these all fall within the scope of protection of the present invention. Therefore, the scope of protection of this patent should be determined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A landscaping method, characterized in that, Includes the following steps: Step 1. Provide a removable inner liner whose shape is adapted to the internal shape of the main container. The main container is made of transparent material, and the top of the main container is provided with an opening for removing the removable inner liner. Step 2. Place the removable inner liner inside the main container to house the landscape elements within the main container; Step 3. Remove the landscape element from the main container by taking out the removable inner liner.

2. The landscaping method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The removable inner liner is equipped with a water circulation system that works in conjunction with the landscape element.

3. The landscaping method according to claim 2, characterized in that, The landscape elements include at least two of the following: plant elements, topographic elements, and decorative elements.

4. A landscaping device for implementing the method according to any one of claims 1-3, characterized in that, It includes a main container (10), a removable inner liner (11), and landscape elements. The removable inner liner (11) is adapted to the internal shape of the main container (10). The main container (10) is made of transparent material. The top of the main container (10) is provided with an opening for the removable inner liner (11) to be taken out. The landscape elements are correspondingly arranged on the removable inner liner (11).

5. A landscaping device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The bottom of the removable inner liner (11) has a bearing surface (15); the bearing surface (15) can be configured into a first form and a second form; In the first configuration, the bearing surface (15) is generally arranged horizontally; In the second configuration, the bearing surface (15) is inclined relative to the horizontal plane, so that one end of the bottom of the removable inner liner (11) is higher than the other end, thereby forming an internal cavity below the high side of the bearing surface (15), and the internal cavity is fitted with a placement seat (12); the placement seat (12) is divided into multiple cavities (22), the cavities (22) are used to house the water circulation system and / or the filter material layer; the cavity (22) used to place the filter material layer has a filter hole wall (23).

6. A landscaping device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The removable inner liner (11) is designed to be any one of the following: an irregularly cut cylindrical shape, a square frame with three sidewalls, or a square frame with two adjacent sidewalls.

7. A landscaping device according to claim 6, characterized in that, The upper surface of the bearing surface (15) in the first form and the bearing surface (15) in the second form are both formed with a plurality of grooves (16); the inner wall of the detachable inner liner (11) in the first form and the inner wall of the detachable inner liner (11) in the second form are both formed with a plurality of grooves (13); the top of the inner wall of the detachable inner liner (11) is integrally formed with a portable protrusion (24).

8. A landscaping device according to claim 7, characterized in that, Landscape element A is inserted into the groove (16); landscape element B (26) and / or landscape element C (25) are inserted into the groove (13); landscape element B (26) is configured as a hanging cavity; landscape element C (25) is configured as a bionic tree branch.

9. A landscaping device according to any one of claims 5-8, characterized in that, A water-proof gap (18) is formed between the bottom of the detachable inner liner (11) and the bearing surface (15); the bearing surface (15) is provided with a plurality of water-permeable through holes (17) communicating with the water-proof gap (18); the detachable inner liner (11) has a limiting protrusion (21) that is higher than the corresponding bearing surface (15) on the viewing side.

10. A landscaping device according to claim 9, characterized in that, The water circulation system includes a water pump (19), a pipe (14) and a control panel. The water pump (19) is electrically connected to the control panel. One end of the pipe (14) is connected to the water pump (19), and the other end of the pipe (14) passes through the bearing surface (15) and extends above the bearing surface (15). The outer wall of the removable inner liner (11) is provided with a wiring mounting groove (20) from bottom to top at the position corresponding to the water pump (19).

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