Green roofs are also referred to as eco roofs oikosteges vegetated roofs living roofs greenroofs and vcp h 8 horizontal vegetated complex partitions.
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Like any planted area green roofs experience periods of growth flowering and dormancy and so they are sometimes referred to as living roofs.
A green roof or vegetative roof is a conventional roof that has been enhanced with a waterproof membrane a drainage system and a growing medium which is then covered in vegetation.
A good green roof designed for biodiversity should include.
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Succulents particularly colourful sedums dominate shallow substrate green roofs across temperate europe and north america.
The term green roof may also be used to indicate roofs that use some form of green technology such as a cool roof a roof with solar thermal collectors or photovoltaic panels.
Planted and or seeded with a wide range of wildflowers sedums can be added too by applying these principles many interesting native invertebrate species will take up residence on green roofs.
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They can keep buildings cooler in summer and warmer in winter.
Natural habitats uses natives philodendrons astelia small shrubs from the pohutukawa family and orchids.
A varied substrate depth.