Hexagonal concrete elements create vegetation covers to protect slopes

Abstract

A useful solution for producing hexagonal concrete components to create a protective vegetation cover for slopes. The component consists of a precast concrete block (1) in the shape of a regular hexagon when viewed from the top. On the concrete block (1), a system of seven hollow holes is arranged throughout, including one central hole (2) and six outer holes (3) to receive soil and plant roots. The side edges of the concrete block (1) are arranged with alternating protruding male (4) and recessed female (5) grooves. When assembled, the male joint (4) of one concrete block body (1) matches the female joint (5) of the adjacent concrete block body (1) to create a locking joint (6), thereby forming a stable slope protection mat that supports drainage, prevents erosion and promotes vegetation growth.