A lot of buildings throughout the country are literally going green. Buildings in Chicago, and one day in Naples, are starting to put in green roofs. These are not roofs constructed from environmentally friendly materials or solar panels. Here, you will be able to plant everything from jasmine to basil.
For years, potted plants have decorated rootops, but this new type of roofing, complete with a special drainage system, enables plants to actually root. Green roofing allows for several benefits. Most importantly, cooling needs are decreased by nearly 25 percent, diminishing the greenhouse effect. The heat from concrete and blacktop is absorbed tremendously by plants.
A rooftop nursery is more aesthetically pleasing than a flat, black roof. Whether you grow grass, flowers, or brush, you can have a spot to stop and smell the roses. As of now, green roofing will only be found in the big city, however, keep a lookout for Naples homes going green.
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