Highlights: June 2006 Show

Green Roof
Guests: Sean Dougherty–Albemarle County-Community Development
sdougherty@albemarle.org
434.296.5832

Richard Price–Architect, Folsom Group
434.220.4666
www.folsomgroup.com
PO Box 162, Charlottesville, VA 22902

The Albemarle County Green Roof was installed in July 2005 and covers 8,000 square feet.

The County’s Green Roof is an “extensive application,” meaning it is not designed for active recreation or use.

The plants used on the roof are drought tolerant sedums. These plants have shallow root systems that will not harm the roof structure and succulent leaves that retain moisture during dry periods.

Benefits of a green roof are improved storm water quality, decreased quantity of storm water flowing away from developed areas, energy efficiencey, removal of airborne pollutants, and reduction of the urban heat island effect.

Bay Friendly Landscaping
Guests: Nathan Lott–Public Relations Specialist, Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation
804.786.7961
nathan.lott@dcr.virginia.gov

Virginias waterways are threatened by the movement of nutrients and pesticides through leaching and runoff.

Careful landscaping can reduce runoff, as well as the need for excess fertilizers and pesticides.

When developing a bay friendly landscape think about using native plants, using porus paving rather than asphalt or concrete, and create buffers to filter nutrients before they reach sensitive water areas.

For specific recommendations on Bay Friendly Landscaping contact the Master Gardeners at your local Extension office or call Nathan Lott at DCR.