Kurapia Specialist 'Kurapia Sodate-tai' Partners with 'smile Garden' to Launch Nationwide Professional Planting Services

SBL Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Oyama, Tochigi; Representative: Masataka Oode), operator of the 'Kurapia Sodate-tai' website, has signed a sales agreement with Garden Maker Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Inazawa, Aichi; Representative: Katsuyuki Ujinaga), the operator of the top-tier landscaping chain 'smile Garden.' This partnership enables professional installation services for Kurapia, a ground cover plant derived from native Japanese Lippia.

Under this partnership, a 'Kurapia Planting' menu will be added to the landscaping services on the official smile Garden website. Orders are scheduled to begin in May 2026. The collaboration addresses the growing demand for eco-friendly weed control solutions. As more consumers move away from petroleum-based artificial turf in favor of real plants, Kurapia has emerged as a sustainable alternative. However, many customers also seek professional assistance for site assessment and long-term maintenance, which this partnership now provides.

Surveys indicate that many homeowners struggle with gardening due to time constraints and maintenance burdens. Kurapia’s ability to provide greening, weed suppression, and landscape improvement aligns perfectly with these needs. By combining DIY options with professional installation, the companies aim to promote sustainable green infrastructure across Japan.