 Green roofs (also know as eco-roofs or living roofs) help reduce the negative side effects of conventional roofing, while adding green space to your property. They consist of various roofing layers topped with a soil-like growing medium and plants chosen for their ability to withstand a roof's extreme conditions. Residential-scale versions usually have a much thinner layer of growing medium than their commercial cousins, with low-growing plants from the succulent family and other rock-garden-friendly varieties. Green roofs offer a range of benefits for both your home and the environment, including:
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