Posts Tagged ‘Green Roofs’

How does your green roof garden grow?

Growing plants on rooftops is an old concept that has evolved from simple sod roofing to lightweight "extensive green roofs". Researchers have evaluated the influence of substrate type and depth on establishment of five common green roof plants. A standout performer was saxifrage pink, which had an attractive appearance and persistent flowering habit, making it an excellent choice as a green ...

How Does Your Green Roof Garden Grow?

5 common green roof plants tested for optimal substrate, drought conditions Growing plants on rooftops is an old concept that has evolved from simple sod roofing to roof gardens and new, lightweight "extensive green roofs". Modern green roofs have environmental and social benefits; they can reduce stormwater runoff, improve air quality, mitigate urban heat, reduce the demand for air conditioning ...


How does your green roof garden grow?

( American Society for Horticultural Science ) Growing plants on rooftops is an old concept that has evolved from simple sod roofing to lightweight "extensive green roofs". Researchers from The Pennsylvania State University published a study in HortTechnology that evaluated the influence of substrate type and depth on establishment of five common green roof plants. A standout performer was ...


Green Thumb: Green roofs good for people, environment

Gardening and landscaping have always been important components of life at Trezevant, a community on Highland that provides living and wellness options for senior adults.


Green roofs, adaptability boost Stock Roofing

New services and growing demand for environmentally friendly roofs have helped the company get through the recession.
Archives