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Nigello Wrote:

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> It can be ??? to have someone install one so DIY

> is a better option. It?s a great idea. Sedum and

> succulents do well though plants that attract

> pollinating insects and other wildlife would be

> great to have if the right conditions are

> provided. Good luck



Yes I was hoping to do something for pollinating insects, however it's down the side of the house and doesn't get much sun.


I will Google! Was hoping someone on here might have done it and could advise!

mancity68 Wrote:

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> I'm in the process of putting one on my bin shed

> (old one collapsed). I've looked at sites like

> greenrooftops and sky garden and sedum supply. All

> have helpful tips and seem to be quite helpful if

> you call for advice.



Thanks, that's useful.


KK I could have transplanted the moss growing on my car windows, but sadly my lovely mechanic removed it 🤣

ToAT Wrote:

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> I've just done this on a small shed using a

> mixture of sedum and moss. Total cost was less

> than ?40.I used pond liner to waterproof and a

> drainage layer I bought from amazon. I have spare

> left of both which you're welcome to have if you

> want to give it a try.


Thanks so much! I've PMed you!


At least I thought I had, but it isn't showing up in my 'sent" items. Can you let me know if you don't get the message?

ToAT Wrote:

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> I used a ready-made mat earlier this year for a

> bigger project, which was really easy. I was

> trying to cover a small shed this time so thought

> I'd try doing it myself - I used some sedum plug

> plants and some really stony soil.



My shed roof is leaking, which is partly why I thought of replacing it with a green roof.


It has that felting stuff on (not sure what it's called) but because I had plants and things in pots on it for a while, the roof has slightly collapsed and distorted a bit.


I'm not sure whether I might need to replace or repair it before starting on the green roof.


The roof just lifts off (it's a sort of lean to shed).

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