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one-day
course
living roofs |
This
course will look at the why, how and what of living roofs and living
roof installation. There is growing interest in the use of green
roofs on buildings, and also a growing number of people who wish
to do part or all of the installation themselves, with the least
possible impact on the environment (in terms of materials) and of
course on the pocket.
The
course will be run by John Little of The
Grass Roof Company, and Dusty Gedge of livingroofs.org
and the Green Roof
Consultancy
The course
includes:
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why
living roofs: the benefits to the environment and to the homeowner
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dispelling
myths: looking at some of the common misconceptions about green
roofs, such as maintenance, fire risk, cost, loads etc.
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basic
living roof installation principles: protection of building
integrity, drainage, irrigation / non-irrigation, soils, what
plants can be grown
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architectural
details: guttering, edge detailing, waterproofing issues
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an
in-depth look at soil types: commercial, those that can be collected
locally, and from recycled sources
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a
detailed look at what types of plants can be planted in what
kind of soils and soil depths
The
focus will be very much on how to do it yourself, how to source
relevant materials and even suggestions on how to collect your own
seeds.
There will also be a practical workshop to construct a small demonstration
green roof.
more
on living roofs
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| arrive: |
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around
9.30 for a 10am prompt start |
| depart: |
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after
the course finishes at 5pm |
| directions: |
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click
here for
directions by bicycle, public transport and car |
| what
to bring: |
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wellingtons
or stout shoes, waterproofs and gardening gloves. Also, even
if it’s a hot sunny day, wear trousers or jeans rather
than shorts or skirts – the hens have a habit of pecking
at anything including rings and jewellery
NO DOGS PLEASE,
as we have sheep |
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us know: |
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if
you are vegan or have any food allergies, or any other special
needs |
| prices: |
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£60
- includes lunch |
| discounts:
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sharing: |
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this roof
is covered in sedum, a low-growing succulent; sedum is the most
common plant for living roofs, especially on commercial buildings,
as it is drought-resistant, and doesn't need a very deep substrate,
making it suitable for lighter roofs
course tutor
John laying rolls of sedum on top of a crushed brick substrate on
a bike shed at a local school
this is a roof not a flower meadow - you can tell by the flue pipes
sticking up through it; it's course tutor John's roof, 10 years
after installation, during which time he's done precisely nothing
to it - no watering or cutting etc, but each year there is a beautiful
wildlife habitat with a range of grasses and flowers
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