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Assessment of heat-expanded slate and fertility requirements in green roof substrates
Author(s): D. B. Rowe, M. A. Monterusso and C. L. Rugh
Month: Jul-Sep
Year: 2006
Journal: Horttechnology
Journal Link: http://horttech.ashspublications.org/search.dtl
Volume: 16
Issue: 3
Pages: 471-477
Article Topic(s): Establishment methods, Fertilizer
Research Setting(s): Urban
Species Referenced: Monarda punctata (Spotted beebalm), Solidago speciosa (Showy goldenrod),
Abstract
Evaluates growing substrates and fertilizer on the growth of native plant species for use in green roofs. High levels of heat-expanded slate (PermaTill) and a relatively low level of controlled-release fertilizer can be utilized when growing succulents on green roofs. However, the nonsucculent native plants in this study require deeper substrates, additional organic matter, or supplemental irrigation.Suggested Citation
D. B. Rowe, M. A. Monterusso and C. L. Rugh. "Assessment of heat-expanded slate and fertility requirements in green roof substrates." Horttechnology 16.3 (2006): 471-477.Go back