Breimann&Cie
Green façades aren’t a luxury. They’re climate strategy. And they can start with a single plant that works – fast and with lasting effect: Parthenocissus tricuspidata, also known as Boston Ivy.
Urban air heats up faster than rural areas – creating so-called heat islands. Green façades can help reverse this effect.
Boston Ivy is a quiet hero in this scenario.
It shades. It cools. And it does so significantly.
In summer, unprotected façades can heat up to over 50?°C. A fully vegetated wall stays 15 to 20?°C cooler – thanks to shade and the evaporative cooling of the leaves.
Inside, this can mean up to 4?°C less room temperature.
No electricity. No tech. Just the plant.
Boston Ivy clings to walls with small adhesive pads – without causing damage. Once established, it needs almost no water.
Pruning? Every few years.
Once planted, it takes care of itself.
And then in October, the show begins: deep green leaves turn a brilliant red – bringing life even to the dullest façade.
Boston Ivy adds colour, proportion, structure and softness.
It creates atmosphere where once there was only wall.
Parthenocissus tricuspidata is climate-responsive design.
It grows fast, acts fast, asks for little – and is simply beautiful.
