GreenGrid Extensive Roof Garden System

1. 4 ” A S S E M B L Y
CARLISLE’S
G R E E N G R I D
GREENGRID
EXTENSIVE ROOF GARDEN
®
The 4-inch GreenGrid Extensive Roof Garden System is
composed of a 4-inch layer of growth media and drought-
tolerant vegetation. The drought-tolerant vegetation is
composed mostly of colorful sedum species and other
dry habitat perennials, requiring little or no supplemental
irrigation, fertilization or maintenance. These roof
C A R L I S L E
gardens are not intended for recreational uses but rather
to act as a visually pleasing and functional roof extensions
wherein the building owner will achieve the benefits
associated with green roofs e.g., reduction of temperature
extremes on the roof, prevention of mechanical damage to
the roof, reduction of noise transmission into the building,
increased energy efficiency and, most importantly, storm
water management.
The GreenGrid Extensive Roof Garden System is also lightweight, approximately 15 pounds per square foot (wet),
and weighs just slightly more than a conventional ballasted roof.*
The following are a few suggested plant species (USDA Hardiness Zones 4-8) for use in the 4-inch GreenGrid
Extensive Roof Garden System:
Species Mature Height (in) Mature Width (in) Flower Color Months in Bloom
Allium schoenoprasum ´Forescate` 12-18 18-24 Pink May
Sedum acre 2-3 12-18 Yellow June
Sedum album 3-6 12-18 White JJ
Sedum album ´Coral Carpet` 3-6 12-18 White JJ
Sedum ´Bailey’s Gold` 3-6 12-18 Yellow JJA
Sedum cauticola ´Lidakense` 8-12 6-8 Pink AS
Sedum hybridum ´Immergrunchen` 3-6 18-24 Yellow JJ
Sedum kamtschaticum 6-8 12-18 Yellow MJJA
Sedum reflexum 6-8 12-18 Yellow July
Sedum rupestre ´Forsteranum` 3-7 12-18 Yellow JJ
Sedum sexangular 6-8 6-8 Yellow JJ
Sedum spurium ´Dragon’s Blood` 3-6 12-18 Rose red JJ
Sedum spurium ´Fuldaglut` 3-6 12-12 Ruby red JJ
Sedum ternatum 6-8 12-18 White May
Sedum X ´Vera Jameson` 8-12 12-18 Magenta August
Sempervivum tectorum 3-6 3-6 Red July
Sempervivum tomentosum 3-6 3-6 Pink July
Note: All standard orders contain a variety of five pre-selected sedum species. Custom plant selection is available upon request and subject to additional charges.
* Consult a structural engineer to determine load capabilities of the building prior to installation.
Investing in Roofing Solutions for Over 40 Years
800-4-SYNTEC • P.O. Box 7000 • Carlisle, PA 17013 • Fax: 717-245-7053 • www.carlisle-syntec.com

2. 8 ” A S S E M B L Y
CARLISLE’S
G R E E N G R I D
GREENGRID
INTENSIVE ROOF GARDEN
®
The 8-inch GreenGrid Intensive Roof Garden System was
designed for more elaborate rooftop gardens. These
rooftop gardens are generally intended for access and
thus must have the structural capacity for the associated
live loads. The 8-inch depth GreenGrid System allows for
a larger selection of plants, including ornamental
C A R L I S L E
perennials, annuals and small shrubs. With the addition of
paver pathways, edge treatments and other architectural
features, the resulting rooftop garden becomes a beautiful
and dramatic new usable space. Dependent upon plant
selection, a supplemental drip irrigation system,
fertilization and maintenance are generally necessary to
maintain a rooftop garden, just as they would be for a
perennial garden in the backyard. The average weight of
an 8-inch GreenGrid Intensive Roof Garden System is
approximately 28 pounds per square foot (wet).*
The following are a few suggested plant species (USDA Hardiness Zones 4-8) for use in the 8-inch GreenGrid
Intensive Roof Garden System:
Species Mature Height (in) Mature Width (in) Flower Color Months in Bloom
Allium cernuum 12-18 8-12 Pink JJ
Allium schoenoprasum ´Forescate` 12-18 18-24 Pink May
Allium tanguticum ´Summer Beauty` 12-18 12-18 Purple JA
Anemone cylindrica 18-24 8-12 White JJ
Aster novae-angliae ´Purple Dome` 15-24 18-24 Purple SO
Bouteloua curtipendula 24-36 12-18 N/A N/A
Calamagrostis acutiflora ´Karl Foerster` 36-48 36-48 N/A N/A
Dalea purpurea 24-36 8-12 Purple AMJJ
Geum triflorum 12-18 12-18 Pink MAMJ
Heuchera richardsonii 12-18 12-18 White MJ
Juniperus horizontalis 6-8 varies N/A N/A
Liatris aspera 24-36 12-18 Lavender AS
Penstemon digitalis ´Husker Red` 24-36 12-18 White MJJ
Phlox paniculata 36-48 18-24 Many JA
Rudbeckia fulgida ´Goldsturm` 24-36 18-24 Yellow JJAS
Rudbeckia hirta 24-36 12-18 Yellow JA
Salvia x superba ´May Night` 18-20 18-24 Purple MJJ
Sedum ´Bertram Anderson` 3-6 3-6 Pink JJAS
Sedum spectabile ´Autumn Joy` 18-24 18-24 Red AS
Sporobolus heterolepis 24-36 36-48 N/A N/A
Stachys byzantina ´Big Ears` 12-18 24-36 N/A N/A
Tradescantia ohiensis 24-36 12-18 Blue JJASO
Note: All standard orders contain a variety of five pre-selected sedum species. Custom plant selection is available upon request and subject to additional charges.
As with any type of garden, a host of variables including location, rainfall and weather conditions can affect the longevity and/or livelihood of the plants. Therefore,
Carlisle will not be held liable for garden results.
* Consult a structural engineer to determine load capabilities of the building prior to installation.
Investing in Roofing Solutions for Over 40 Years
800-4-SYNTEC • P.O. Box 7000 • Carlisle, PA 17013 • Fax: 717-245-7053 • www.carlisle-syntec.com
Carlisle is a trademark of Carlisle SynTec. GreenGrid is a registered trademark of ABC Supply Co., Inc.
The GreenGrid System is a proprietary technology of ABC Supply. U.S. and International patents pending.
Reprint Code: 603445 © 2007 Carlisle SynTec Incorporated.