Portable gardening planting groove suitable for vertical greening
By combining the outer and inner troughs with absorbent cotton capillary tubes, the problem of cumbersome operation and frequent watering of traditional vertical greening troughs is solved. This enables convenient plant replacement and soil renewal, reduces labor and maintenance costs, and improves the efficiency of vertical greening and soil moisture.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-04-08
- Publication Date
- 2026-04-03
AI Technical Summary
Traditional vertical greening troughs are large and heavy, cumbersome to operate, and have low efficiency in plant replacement and soil regeneration. In dry weather, soil moisture evaporates quickly, requiring frequent watering, which increases labor and maintenance costs.
It adopts a separate outer and inner trough design. The outer trough can be hung on the building surface, and the inner trough can be removed separately for easy replacement of plants and soil. Combined with water-absorbing cotton and capillary tubes, it slowly delivers water to the soil to keep it moist and reduce the need for manual watering.
It simplifies the operation of plant replacement and soil renovation, reduces labor and maintenance costs, and improves the efficiency of vertical greening and soil moisture.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of landscaping technology, specifically relating to a convenient horticultural planting trough suitable for vertical greening. Background Technology
[0002] With the acceleration of urbanization, urban land resources are becoming increasingly scarce. As a new type of greening, vertical greening has gradually attracted people's attention. Vertical greening can not only increase the greening rate of cities and improve the urban ecological environment, but also beautify the urban landscape and improve the quality of cities.
[0003] Traditional vertical greening troughs mostly adopt an integral structure, which is large in size and heavy in weight. When changing plants or renovating the soil, the entire planting trough needs to be disassembled, which is cumbersome and inefficient. Secondly, in dry weather, the soil moisture evaporates quickly, requiring frequent manual watering, which increases the workload and maintenance costs. Utility Model Content
[0004] To overcome the problems of traditional vertical greening troughs, which are mostly monolithic structures, large in size and heavy in weight, requiring complete disassembly of the planting trough when changing plants or renovating the soil, resulting in cumbersome operation and low efficiency; and the rapid evaporation of soil moisture in dry weather, requiring frequent manual watering, increasing labor and maintenance costs, this utility model provides a convenient horticultural planting trough suitable for vertical greening. It adopts a separate outer and inner trough design. The outer trough can be hung or fixed to building exteriors, balcony railings, municipal vertical greening, etc., while the inner trough can be disassembled separately, facilitating plant replacement and soil renovation. The operation is simple and efficient. Through the action of absorbent cotton and capillary tubes, water in the water storage chamber can be slowly transported to the soil in the inner trough, thereby keeping the soil moist and reducing the labor and maintenance costs of manual watering. The device is lightweight, easy to assemble and disassemble, and can adapt to the vertical greening needs of different scenarios.
[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model is implemented through the following technical solution: A convenient horticultural planting trough suitable for vertical greening mainly includes an outer trough, an inner trough, a grid plate, absorbent cotton, and capillary tubes. The outer trough has hooks on its sidewalls that connect to the vertical surface. A detachable grid plate is horizontally overlapped inside the outer trough, and absorbent cotton is laid on the grid plate. The grid plate and the bottom of the outer trough form a water storage cavity. Multiple capillary tubes are arranged longitudinally at the bottom of the grid plate, with the top of the capillary tubes contacting the absorbent cotton and the bottom extending into the water storage cavity. Multiple inner troughs are equidistantly overlapped longitudinally inside the outer trough. The bottom of the inner trough contacts the surface of the absorbent cotton, and its bottom has permeable holes for water transmission. Multiple overflow holes higher than the top surface of the absorbent cotton are equidistantly arranged longitudinally on the sidewalls of the outer trough. Both the outer trough and the inner trough are made of lightweight and impact-resistant materials.
[0006] The side of the outer groove that contacts the wall or fence is set as a vertical surface, and the remaining circumferential end faces are all set as inclined surfaces with the top sloping outwards. The side of the inner groove adjacent to the vertical surface of the outer groove is set as a vertical surface, and the remaining circumferential end faces are set as inclined surfaces with the top sloping outwards.
[0007] The hook has a horizontally protruding connecting hole for a bolt to pass through.
[0008] The inner groove has a horizontal folded edge at its top edge, and the inner groove is connected to the outer groove by the folded edge.
[0009] The bottom of the inner tank is covered with an anti-clogging filter screen.
[0010] The outer tank sidewall is provided with a water inlet that is connected to the outer pipe, and the water inlet is higher than the height of the absorbent cotton.
[0011] The absorbent cotton surface is covered with a protective net to prevent soil infiltration and blockage of capillaries.
[0012] The inner wall of the outer groove is provided with multiple vertical reinforcing ribs at equal intervals.
[0013] The inner vertical surface of the outer groove is provided with a slot for supporting the grid plate.
[0014] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:
[0015] This utility model adopts a separate outer and inner trough design. The outer trough can be hung or fixed to building exterior walls, balcony railings, municipal vertical greening and other scenarios, while the inner trough can be disassembled separately, which is convenient for plant replacement and soil renovation. It is simple to operate and highly efficient. Through the action of water-absorbing cotton and capillary tubes, water in the water storage chamber can be slowly transported to the soil in the inner trough, thereby keeping the soil moist and reducing the amount of labor and maintenance costs of manual watering. The device has a lightweight structure, is easy to assemble and disassemble, and can adapt to the vertical greening needs of different scenarios. Attached Figure Description
[0016] Figure 1 This is the isometric drawing of this utility model.
[0017] Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the present invention.
[0018] Figure 3 This is a top view of the utility model.
[0019] Figure 4 This is a three-dimensional cross-sectional view of the present invention.
[0020] Figure 5 yes Figure 4 A magnified view of a portion of point A in the middle.
[0021] Figure 6 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the outer groove stacking state.
[0022] Figure 7 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the stacked inner grooves.
[0023] Figure 8 This is a cross-sectional view of the present invention.
[0024] Figure 9 This is the front view of this utility model. Detailed Implementation
[0025] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and beneficial effects of this utility model clearer, the preferred embodiments of this utility model will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings, so as to facilitate the understanding of those skilled in the art.
[0026] This utility model discloses a convenient horticultural planting trough suitable for vertical greening. The convenient horticultural planting trough for vertical greening mainly includes an outer trough 1, an inner trough 2, a grid plate 3, absorbent cotton 4, and capillary tubes 5. The outer trough 1 has hooks 101 on its side wall that are connected to the vertical surface. The outer trough 1 has a detachable grid plate 3 horizontally overlapping inside. The absorbent cotton 4 is laid on the grid plate 3. The grid plate 3 and the bottom of the outer trough 1 form a water storage cavity 102. Multiple capillary tubes 5 are arranged longitudinally at the bottom of the grid plate 3. The top of the capillary tubes 5 contacts the absorbent cotton 4, and the bottom extends into the water storage cavity 102. Multiple inner troughs 2 are equidistantly overlapping longitudinally inside the outer trough 1. The bottom of the inner trough 2 contacts the surface of the absorbent cotton 4. The bottom of the inner trough 2 has water-permeable holes for water transmission. Multiple overflow holes 103, higher than the top surface of the absorbent cotton 4, are equidistantly arranged longitudinally on the side wall of the outer trough 1. Both the outer trough 1 and the inner trough 2 are made of lightweight and impact-resistant materials.
[0027] In use, the outer trough 1 is hung on a vertical carrier via side wall hooks 101. The grid plate 3 is horizontally overlapped inside the outer trough 1, and absorbent cotton 4 is laid on the surface of the grid plate 3. Depending on the scenario, multiple inner troughs 2 planted with plants are placed at equal intervals along the longitudinal direction of the outer trough 1, ensuring the drainage holes at the bottom of the inner troughs are in close contact with the surface of the absorbent cotton 4. Irrigation water or rainwater is injected into the water storage chamber 102 through the top of the outer trough 1, allowing it to soak through the capillary tubes 5. The water in the water storage chamber 102 rises vertically to the absorbent cotton 4 through the capillary tubes 5. Utilizing the efficient water conduction of the capillary tubes and the lateral diffusion effect of the absorbent cotton, the water is evenly distributed to the surface of the absorbent cotton 4. Water continuously seeps into the soil of the inner trough 2 through the drainage holes, achieving uniform irrigation and moisture retention for the plants. When the water level in the water storage chamber 102 exceeds the set height, excess water is automatically discharged through the overflow holes 103 on the side wall of the outer trough, ensuring the water level remains below the bottom of the inner trough 2 to prevent root rot caused by overly wet soil. After the soil absorbs water, excess water seeps back into the absorbent cotton 4 through the permeable holes 21, re-entering the cycle under capillary action to form a dynamic water balance. Furthermore, the permeable holes 21 and the overflow holes 103 together form an air circulation channel, enhancing soil aeration and preventing root hypoxia. When it is necessary to replace plants or renovate the soil, the corresponding inner groove 2 can be pulled out separately to replace plants or renovate the soil without disassembling the outer groove 1 or other inner grooves 2. After cleaning the inner groove 2, it can be reinserted into the outer groove 1 in its original position. After prolonged use, operators should remove the grid plate 3, take out the absorbent cotton 4 for cleaning or replacement, and clear impurities from the capillary tubes 5 or the water storage chamber 102 to ensure smooth water flow.
[0028] The outer groove 1 has a vertical surface on the side that contacts the wall or fence, and the remaining circumferential end surfaces are all inclined surfaces with the top sloping outwards. The inner groove 2 has a vertical surface on the side adjacent to the vertical surface of the outer groove 1, and the remaining circumferential end surfaces are inclined surfaces with the top sloping outwards. This makes it easy to stack the outer groove 1 and the inner groove 2 separately, thereby reducing space occupation and facilitating transportation and storage.
[0029] The hook 101 has a horizontally formed connection hole 1011 for a bolt to pass through; the connection hole 1011 can be used to fix the hook 101 to a wall, fence or other support structure with a bolt, which can ensure that the planting trough can be stably suspended in the required position.
[0030] The inner groove 2 has a horizontal folded edge 201 at its top edge, and the inner groove 2 is connected to the outer groove 1 through the folded edge 201, making the installation and disassembly of the inner groove 2 easier.
[0031] The bottom of the inner tank 2 is covered with an anti-clogging filter screen.
[0032] The outer tank 1 has a water inlet 104 on its side wall that is connected to the outer pipe, and the water inlet 104 is higher than the height of the absorbent cotton 4.
[0033] The surface of the absorbent cotton 4 is covered with an isolation net to prevent soil infiltration and blockage of capillary pores.
[0034] Multiple vertical reinforcing ribs 105 are equidistantly arranged on the inner wall of the outer groove 1, which improves the strength of the outer groove 1 and extends its service life.
[0035] The inner vertical surface of the outer groove 1 is provided with a slot 106 for supporting the grid plate 3; simply attach one end of the supporting grid plate 3 to the slot 106 and the other end to the inner wall of the outer groove 1 for easy assembly and disassembly.
[0036] Work process:
[0037] In use, the outer trough 1 is hung on a vertical carrier via side wall hooks 101. The grid plate 3 is horizontally overlapped inside the outer trough 1, and absorbent cotton 4 is laid on the surface of the grid plate 3. Depending on the scenario, multiple inner troughs 2 planted with plants are placed at equal intervals along the longitudinal direction of the outer trough 1, ensuring the drainage holes at the bottom of the inner troughs are in close contact with the surface of the absorbent cotton 4. Irrigation water or rainwater is injected into the water storage chamber 102 through the top of the outer trough 1, allowing it to soak through the capillary tubes 5. The water in the water storage chamber 102 rises vertically to the absorbent cotton 4 through the capillary tubes 5. Utilizing the efficient water conduction of the capillary tubes and the lateral diffusion effect of the absorbent cotton, the water is evenly distributed to the surface of the absorbent cotton 4. Water continuously seeps into the soil of the inner trough 2 through the drainage holes, achieving uniform irrigation and moisture retention for the plants. When the water level in the water storage chamber 102 exceeds the set height, excess water is automatically discharged through the overflow holes 103 on the side wall of the outer trough, ensuring the water level remains below the bottom of the inner trough 2 to prevent root rot caused by overly wet soil. After the soil absorbs water, excess water seeps back into the absorbent cotton 4 through the permeable holes 21, re-entering the cycle under capillary action to form a dynamic water balance. Furthermore, the permeable holes 21 and the overflow holes 103 together form an air circulation channel, enhancing soil aeration and preventing root hypoxia. When it is necessary to replace plants or renovate the soil, the corresponding inner groove 2 can be pulled out separately to replace plants or renovate the soil without disassembling the outer groove 1 or other inner grooves 2. After cleaning the inner groove 2, it can be reinserted into the outer groove 1 in its original position. After prolonged use, operators should remove the grid plate 3, take out the absorbent cotton 4 for cleaning or replacement, and clear impurities from the capillary tubes 5 or the water storage chamber 102 to ensure smooth water flow.
[0038] Finally, it should be noted that the above preferred embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solution of this utility model and are not intended to limit it. Although the utility model has been described in detail through the above preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that various changes can be made to it in form and detail without departing from the scope defined by the claims of this utility model.
Claims
1. A portable horticultural planting trough suitable for vertical greening, characterized in that: The portable horticultural planting trough suitable for vertical greening includes an outer trough (1), an inner trough (2), a grid plate (3), absorbent cotton (4), and capillary tubes (5). The outer trough (1) is provided with hooks (101) on its side wall for hanging on the vertical surface. A detachable grid plate (3) is horizontally overlapped inside the outer trough (1). Absorbent cotton (4) is laid on the grid plate (3). The grid plate (3) and the bottom of the outer trough (1) form a water storage cavity (102). Multiple tubes are arranged longitudinally at the bottom of the grid plate (3). The capillary tube (5) has its top end in contact with the absorbent cotton (4) and its bottom end extends into the water storage chamber (102). The outer groove (1) has multiple inner grooves (2) that are equidistantly connected along the longitudinal direction. The bottom of the inner groove (2) is in contact with the surface of the absorbent cotton (4), and a water-permeable hole for transmitting water is opened at its bottom. Multiple overflow holes (103) that are higher than the top surface of the absorbent cotton (4) are opened equidistantly along the longitudinal direction on the side wall of the outer groove (1). Both the outer groove (1) and the inner groove (2) are made of lightweight and impact-resistant material.
2. The portable horticultural planting trough for vertical greening as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The outer groove (1) is set as a vertical surface on the side that contacts the wall or fence, and the remaining circumferential end surfaces are all set as inclined surfaces with the top sloping outward. The inner groove (2) is set as a vertical surface on the side adjacent to the vertical surface of the outer groove (1), and the remaining circumferential end surfaces are set as inclined surfaces with the top sloping outward.
3. The portable horticultural planting trough suitable for vertical greening as described in claim 1 or 2, characterized in that: The hook (101) is provided with a horizontal connecting hole (1011) for passing through a bolt.
4. The portable horticultural planting trough for vertical greening as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The inner groove (2) has a horizontal folded edge (201) at its top edge, and the inner groove (2) overlaps the outer groove (1) through the folded edge (201).
5. The portable horticultural planting trough suitable for vertical greening as described in claim 1 or 2, characterized in that: The bottom of the inner tank (2) is covered with an anti-clogging filter screen.
6. The portable horticultural planting trough suitable for vertical greening as described in claim 1 or 2, characterized in that: The outer tank (1) has a water inlet (104) on its side wall that is connected to the outer pipe, and the water inlet (104) is higher than the height of the absorbent cotton (4).
7. The portable horticultural planting trough for vertical greening as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The surface of the absorbent cotton (4) is covered with an isolation net to prevent soil infiltration and blockage of capillary pores.
8. The portable horticultural planting trough for vertical greening as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The inner wall of the outer groove (1) is provided with multiple vertical reinforcing ribs (105) at equal intervals.
9. The portable horticultural planting trough for vertical greening as described in claim 2, characterized in that: The outer groove (1) has a slot (106) on the inner vertical surface for supporting the grid plate (3).