Plant Material For Green Roofs

Plants for green roofs our plants are perfect for green roofs nats nursery grows a great selection of plant materials for green roofs including perennials bulbs grasses ground covers and 30 varieties of sedums.

Plant material for green roofs.

Media composition and depth have a major impact on plant selection for green roof systems. Succulents are one type of plant that utilizes crassulacean acid metabolism cam. Succulents such as sedum are often chosen for extensive green roofs because they withstand harsh conditions and minimize water loss. Think of a green roof as a lasagne of ingredients.

The ideal extensive green roof medium consists of a balance of lightweight well drained materials possesses adequate water and nutrient holding capacity and will not break down over time. Plants are available as starter plants plugs or in larger containers 4 and bigger. This can be made out of timber while off the shelf installations are typically metal.