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Wildflower Plugs

Pre-cultivated propagated plug-plants planted directly into the substrate. The biodiverse plug-plants are seeded and grown with a wide

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  • How did Green Roofs begin?
    Green roofs are said to have originated as far back as the Babylon Gardens, where specialist irrigation systems were used to keep the vegetation lush. Other notable historical uses of green roofs are in Scandinavia, where traditional sod or turf roofs were used for insulation and camouflage. The modern day green roof originated in Germany in the 1970s. Serious storm water runoff needed a solution and the modern green roof was born. Now with advances in technology green roofs offer more benefits than ever before and prove to be a great alternative to standard roofing.
  • How expensive is it?
    The cost of a green roof depends on many factors such as the type of system, size and location. See Insights  “How much does a green roof cost per m2?” for a more in depth answer to this question.
  • Can I still have solar panels?
    Yes. Green roofs can be designed to fit around solar panels or the panels can fit on top of the roof. This can not only increase the efficiency of the solar panels, but the shade created by the solar panels can increase biodiversity of the underlying green roof. Special care must be taken when selecting plants to be installed in the shaded areas to ensure they grow well in low light conditions.
  • What is BREEAM and how can I improve my rating?
    BREEAM stands for Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method and essentially sets the standard for the best practice in design for large scale developments. It is used to assess the environmental performance of buildings and communities. The addition of a green roof can increase the building’s BREEAM rating by making the building more environmentally friendly. You can learn more about BREEAM and green roofs on our Downloads page.
  • What is drainage board?
    Drainage board is a specifically designed layer that absorbs enough water for the plants to grow naturally but allows excess water to run off. This means the substrate does not get waterlogged but the board holds water to be accessed when precipitation levels are lower. It also contributes to reducing runoff as it holds and stores water when rainfall is high for the plants to use when needed.

  • Sky Garden’s UK provenance Wildflower Plugs, are available as 34 native species for use on extensive and intensive green roofs, podiums and landscaping projects. The species have been carefully chosen to provide a long flowering season from Spring through to late Autumn. It has a varied range of colour and habitat which is attractive to pollinators and in aesthetic appearance. Sky Garden’s Wildflower Plugs can be used to meet local and national biodiversity action plans and BREEAM ecology credits.

    – Plugs are propagated and nurtured at one of Sky Garden’s three UK nurseries, including hardening off to ensure plant acclimatisation before installation.
    – Recommended substrate depth: 100mm
    – Recommended planting: 20 per m².
    – Substrate must be watered before and after planting, system must be kept moist at least 3 months following installation. Sky Garden offers temporary irrigation systems.

    Features and benefits

    54%

    Better rain water retention

    2-12 dB

    Sound reduction

    239g

    Carbon Reduction /metre sq

    8-12%

    Increase in insects /metre sq

    2-12%

    Reduction in ambient temperature

    5%

    Average increase value to the building

  • Physical Properties Material Propagated and germinated in recycled green waste and mineral blend growing medium in a controlled environment, ensuring stronger plant growth and development.
    Physical Properties Substrate Depth 100mm
    Physical Properties Unit Size 40 x 40 x 60mm
    Physical Properties Plugs per tray 60
    Physical Properties Colour Seasonal variation and according to species
    Technical Properties Species 38 UK provenance Wildflower and Grass species (subject to seasonal variations), see overleaf for full species list.
    System Considerations - Plugs are propagated and nurtured at one of Sky Garden’s three UK nurseries, including hardening off to ensure plant acclimatisation before installation. - Recommended substrate depth: 100mm Recommended planting: 20 per m². - Substrate must be watered before and after planting, system must be kept moist at least 3 months following installation. Sky Garden offers temporary irrigation systems.
    Technical Properties "Wildflower Achillea millefolium (Yarrow) Agrimonia eupatoria (Agrimony) Anthyllis vulneraria (Kidney Vetch) Betonica officinalis (Betony) Campanula glomerata (Clustered Bellflower) Campanula rotundifolia (Harebell) Centaurea nigra (Lesser Knapweed) Echium vulgare (Viper’s Bugloss) Galium verum (Lady's Bedstraw) Glebionis segetum (Cornflower Corn Marigold) Hypericum perforatum (Perforate St John's Wort) Hypochaeris radicata (Catsear) Knautia arvensis (Field Scabious) Leontodon hispidus (Rough Hawkbit) Leucanthemum vulgare (Oxeye Daisy) Linaria vulgaris (Common Toadflax) Lotus corniculatus (Birdsfoot Trefoil) Medicago lupulina (Black Medic)" "Origanum vulgare (Wild Marjoram) Papaver rhoeas (Common Poppy) Plantago media (Hoary Plantain) Primula veris (Cowslip) Prunella vulgaris (Selfheal) Ranunculus acris (Meadow Buttercup) Rhinanthus minor (Yellow Rattle) Rumex acetosa (Common Sorrel) Sanguisorba minor ssp. Minor (Salad Burnet) Scabiosa columbaria (Small Scabious) Silene dioica (Red Campion) Silene vulgaris (Bladder Campion) Thymus (Thyme) Trifolium pratense (Red Clover) Grasses Agrostis capillaris (Brown Top Bent) Anthoxanthum odoratum (Sweet Vernal Grass) Briza media (Quaking Grass) Cynosurus cristatus (Crested Dogstail) Festuca rubra (Red Fescue)"

  • Popular FAQs

    • Can I still have solar panels?
      Yes. Green roofs can be designed to fit around solar panels or the panels can fit on top of the roof. This can not only increase the efficiency of the solar panels, but the shade created by the solar panels can increase biodiversity of the underlying green roof. Special care must be taken when selecting plants to be installed in the shaded areas to ensure they grow well in low light conditions.
    • Do I need planning permission?
      Most green roofs can be installed with no planning permission, however some do require it. This depends on the location, type of building, height etc and should be consulted before installation. Green roofs are increasingly mandatory for new developments. Planning consent can stipulate that the area must blend into the surrounding landscape or mimic the water runoff of nearby Greenfield sites. Green roofs can allow constructors to overcome these terms.
    • Can I choose what plants to have?
      Sky Garden’s seed and blanket mixes have been specifically designed to work well on green roofs. The thin, low nutrient substrate and exposure can make it hard for some plants to grow well. However we do offer bespoke plants and systems, especially on intensive green roofs. For a full quote and design brief for a bespoke system please contact our sales team.
    • Do I need to water my green roof?
      Sedum is used because it is drought resistant and very hardy. Under normal circumstances the roof should not need regular watering. However, live material must be irrigated immediately following installation. This irrigation must continue in the first few months following installation and again in especially hot and dry periods. Sky Garden recommends full saturation of the system once a week in these periods.
    • How much does a green roof cost?
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