Semi-Intensive Green Roof Systems
A SEMI-INTENSIVE GREEN ROOF CAN INCLUDE CHARACTERISTICS OF BOTH EXTENSIVE AND INTENSIVE ROOFS. TYPICALLY REQUIRING A DEPTH OF SUBSTRATE BETWEEN 100 MM TO 200 MM, A WIDER RANGE OF PLANTS CAN BE INCLUDED, COMPARED TO EXTENSIVE ROOFS, INCLUDING SHRUBS AND WOODY PLANTS. IRRIGATION AND MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS ARE DEPENDENT UPON THE PLANT SPECIES INSTALLED.
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A semi-intensive green roof can include characteristics of both extensive and intensive roofs. Typically requiring a depth of substrate between 100 mm to 200 mm, a wider range of plants can be included, compared to extensive roofs, including shrubs and woody plants. Irrigation and maintenance requirements are dependent upon the plant species installed.
Features
- TYPICAL WEIGHTS/LOADING (saturated) -150-220 kg/m²
- The planting can be offered as turf, plug or seed
- Not suitable for heavy traffic
- During dry season additional irrigation may be necessary
VEGETATION:
- Grasses,
- Herbs and Wildflowers
Benefits
- Moderate maintenance
- A great aesthetic appeal
- Ideal for efficient stormwater management
