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Research, Summer 2022 Michael Guidi Research, Summer 2022 Michael Guidi

Designing Green Roofs for Biodiversity

Thoughtful green infrastructure projects, including green roofs and living walls, are one important strategy to provide crucial habitat in cities. Although many specifics vary by region and climate, there are several basic things to consider when designing for biodiversity on green roofs and other green infrastructure. 

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Plant Profile, Fall 2021 Bruce Dvorak Plant Profile, Fall 2021 Bruce Dvorak

Four Approaches to Making Living Roofs With Native Plants

There is a great potential for and an essential role for making green roofs with native plants. If conservation practices are not taking place at the ground level, or if the native plant communities have already been significantly altered, then living roofs may provide a last chance to support the ecological heritage of the region. This article explores four approaches to make living roofs with native plants.

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