Sedum Green Roofs for Canopies & Bike Shelters

Sedum refers to a genus of succulent plants belonging to the Crassulaceae family. These plants are known for their ability to store water, making them tolerant to cold weather and drought resistant. Sedums are often used in landscapes and green roofs due to their resilience and low maintenance requirements.

Sedum roofs help to regulate temperatures by providing natural insulation, reducing heating and cooling costs by maintaining a temperature balance. They also absorb rainwater, reducing runoff and minimising the risk of flooding. Sedum green roof kits also look great in any space, providing habitats for various insects and birds.

Sedum green roofs require very little watering once they are established. During the initial growth phase, some watering may be necessary, especially in dry periods. However, sedums are drought-resistant and can thrive in most conditions with limited water.

Yes, green roofs do require some maintenance, although it is generally lower than traditional roofs. Maintenance tasks may include weeding, monitoring plant health, ensuring proper drainage, and occasionally fertilising to promote growth. Regular inspections, at least once a year, can help identify and address any issues early on.

A green roof can be installed on various types of roofing materials, but it's essential to ensure that the underlying structure can support the added weight and that the roof is watertight. Contact our teams for more information.

A sedum roof can weigh anywhere from 40 kg/m2 to 250 kg/m2. The weight of a sedum roof varies greatly and depends on many factors including the thickness of the growing medium, the level of plant coverage and how saturated the green roofing is.

The cost of a sedum roof depends on factors such as size, type and complexity of installation. Contact our teams to receive a free consultation and quotation for a green roof for your shelter or cycle parking system.

A well-maintained green roof system can last anywhere from 30 to 50 years or more. The longevity of the system depends on factors such as the quality of the materials used, maintenance practices and local climate conditions. Regular check-ups and maintenance can significantly extend its lifespan.

A range of sedum plants grow on the vegetation layer of a green roof including sedum pallidum, sedum hispanicum, sedum album ‘balticum’, ‘brevifolium’, ‘murale’ and ‘rhodopaeum’; sedum coral carpet, sedum acre ‘aureum’, sedum lydium, sedum spurium, sedum oreganum, yellow cushion (sedum reflexum) and many others.

It should be noted that sedum is randomly seeded from cutting, and we cannot guarantee all varieties are present in your order however you should see at least 6 random varieties per square metre.

There is a common misconception that sedum green roofs will look green, and sedum plants are always green. This is not the case, they consist mainly of low growing, drought tolerant sedum plants of many varieties that change colour and appearance with the seasons. There are 8 – 10 different varieties within the sedum carpet some very similar in appearance to others.