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Fortification Walls:
The structure of Greek buildings was generally static, stone blocks often clamped together with iron or wood, with iron used (though rarely) for reinforcing beams. The principle of the arch was known, but apparently the form was not admired. Brick (sun dried) was used only for minor buildings and parts of fortification walls.When choosing climbers for planting against houses or high walls, the direction that they will face must be considered since climbers on shaded walls will get little direct sunshine; those on some sunny walls may get too much; and those on walls with sun for part of the day may be exposed to cold winds. The problem hardly arises with fences, since plants quickly rise above them. The soil close to house walls can be dry, and until climbers become established they may need regular watering.
They are expensive to build but need essentially no upkeep. Walls are of especial value for supporting terraces and other places where soil must be retained. Such supporting walls may be built with cement or be dry walls made without cement. Informal groups of trees and shrubs are good as "walls" where space permits. •
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