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The plants atop the Notebaert are not planted in regular dirt. They grow in an engineered medium designed to nurture and protect the plants, and to endure the extremes of temperature and atmospheric conditions that prevail in such an open and elevated space.

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RESOURCES

1. The Perlite Plant guide
For the apartment dweller with a limited outdoor roof garden, perlite can be of enormous benefit. The weight of planting mixes is very important when the strength of the supporting structure must be considered.

Source:
The Perlite Plant guide
The Schundler Company
150 Whitman Avenue, P.O. Box 513
Metuchen, New Jersey 08840-0513
732-287-2244 www.schundler.com


2. Ecoroof Question and Answer, Portland's Bureau of Environment
Portland’s Ecoroof Program is a cooperative effort of the Bureau of Environmental Services and the Office of Sustainable Development. The program promotes ecoroofs by researching ecoroof technologies and providing information and technical assistance to community members. This site responds to the many questions a prospective green roof owner might have.

Source:
Environmental Services, City of Portland
Dan Saltzman, Commissioner
Dean Marriott, Director
© 2000 Environmental Services, Portland, Oregon
503-823-7740


3. A Guide to Rooftop Gardening- City of Chicago Department of Environment
Since natural soils are heavy, particularly when wet, rooftop gardeners typically use lightweight growing media consisting of high-quality compost and recycled
materials. The purposes of these materials are to be water permeable; to retain water and air; to resist rot, heat, flying sparks, frost and shrinkage; to provide nutrients appropriate to the chosen plants; and to provide a rooting medium.

Source: City of Chicago


4. Design Guidelines for Green Roofs
Green roof infrastructure promises to become an increasingly important option for building owners and community planners. As we move into the 21st century, green roofs can address many of the challenges facing urban residents.

Source:
Design Guidelines for Green Roofs
by Steven Peck and Monica Kuhn, B.E.S., B. Arch,O.A.A.


5. International Green Roof
Explore this site and find answers to all of your questions. The International Green Roof Institute describes living green roofs as ecological solutions for the modern city. Learn about the different types of green roofs, the necessary materials and construction procedure.

Source: International Green Roof


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