Plant Science Building Roof

Rice plant conservation science center features a green roof that underscores the garden s commitment to plant conservation.

Plant science building roof.

Photo is by aldo amoretti. Flexibility is key here. 3 add plants with a mind to good spacing. The nc state university plant sciences building represents the latest thinking in design and construction to meet the complex needs of team based plant science.

Green roofs are made up of several layers typically a waterproof root barrier layer to protect the roof a drainage layer water retention mat then the growing medium and vegetation. Minns garden outside the plant science building. Reference a zone guide to ensure that the plants you select are locally hardy to the lowest expected minimum temperatures. Evolving technology requires an evolving space.

The design for the 41 0000 square metre copenhill ski plant won an international competition in 2011 with the building breaking ground two years later. This unique facility provides maximum potential for collaboration interdisciplinary activities and innovation. The main office for the section is in room 135. Combining practical benefits with aesthetic appeal the green roof garden also provides an opportunity for research and education serving as a living laboratory.

When saturated these layers can weigh in at more than 100kg per square metre or 20lbs per square foot. Buy plants in plug form from a local grower to reduce upfront costs and increase even roof coverage. The 16 000 square foot green roof is accessible to the. The horticulture section is housed in the plant science building on tower road bordering on the south side of the ag quad primarily occupying the 1st floor and the garden floor.

Rooftops are tough place for plants. Put large gravel or pebbles around the edge of the roof in the space you ve left this is to ensure drainage at the bottom and also stop the plants growing into the building 4. The plant science center s green roof garden serves as an outdoor classroom for thousands of garden visitors annually. Use flashing tape lead replacement self adhesive tape to seal the pond liner to the edge of the building where there is no flashing this makes sure that no water gets under the pond liner.