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Ideal Home
Sarah Handley

Thinking about a green roof? I asked the pros for their ultimate beginner tips from installation and costs to maintenance and what you should plant

Vegetation on a green roof.

If you want to boost your home's eco credentials and increase the biodiversity of your garden, then a green roof could be a good choice.

Whether you are planning on a replacing your roof, or looking for solutions to top off an extension, green roofs offer a set of appealing advantages. But they also have drawbacks and complexities that should be carefully considered before you get your heart set on one.

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