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Old 08-05-2008, 12:14 PM
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I really want to put a green roof on my shed (when we get ir). Does anyone have a green roof, or any tips? I understand I need drainage and a frame to contain the growing medium, but what else do i need to consider? Also, are someplants better than others for a green roof? I really fancy wildflowers.

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  1. The weight.
  2. The damp.
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On a shed, you'd be better utilising the roof for catching rainwater. You can't do this if you have a green roof. here's a nice factsheet: http://www.thegreenroofcentre.co.uk/...ct%20Sheet.pdf
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Green Roofs and Turf Roofs - benefits and design considerations.

This is a green roof site that might be of interest.
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