5 Best Of Types Of Plants For Green Roofs Best Wallpaper JPG. Carex flacca or Carex glauca. Sedum is by far the best of these species for a wide array of conditions because its hardiness ranges between USDA Zone 2 to Zone 9.
Succulents such as sedum are often chosen for extensive green roofs because they withstand harsh conditions and minimize water loss. Green Roof Types The type of vegetation for a green roof can be loosely classified in these categories. Common Sedum species used include Sedum acre S.
17 rows Vegetables are the other main group of annual plants used on green roofs.
Sedums used on green roofs can broadly be separated into four different classes. Mat-forming species of Sedum Sempervivum and moss are good choices. Mosses Sedums Succulents Herbs and few Grasses. Sedums used on green roofs can broadly be separated into four different classes.