Is it possible to grow vegetables on the roof of a self-built house in the countryside (can I directly spread soil on the roof to grow vegetables)

Growing vegetables on the roof is not only convenient and practical, but also can play a good role in sun protection and heat insulation, and can prevent the roof from aging and extend the service life of the building . Therefore, it is possible to grow vegetables on the roof of a rural cement house, and it is very beneficial .

1. Treatment before planting

Since we are growing vegetables, we will naturally keep the soil moist at all times, and we will often need to water the plants in large quantities due to dry weather.

This can easily keep the roof moist or soaked for a long time, and leakage or moisture may occur from time to time. Therefore, before applying soil, it is advisable to carry out special treatment on the roof.

1. Anti-seepage, anti-leakage and moisture-proof treatment

First of all, it is waterproofing! If you want to grow vegetables and flowers, the roof must be waterproofed. At the same time, before preparing to grow vegetables, waterproofing measures for the roof must also be taken.

Because if you directly lay a layer of soil on the roof for planting, it is very likely to affect the waterproof effect of the roof , and it is also easy to cause moisture on the roof and walls, which can be said to be not worth the loss.

Therefore, it is recommended to use tempered glass thicker than 8 cm as the bottom after waterproofing, because glass is larger and easier to splice, and you can just use bricks to surround the soil.

We can first clean the roof, wait for it to dry, then apply a layer of safe cement or other waterproof and moisture-proof materials. After testing for leakage and moisture, we can then apply soil.

2. Drainage treatment

The roof should not be soaked or soaked for a long time, especially in rainy seasons, and should not be blocked or drained well. Therefore, when filling the soil, the soil should be leveled and surrounded with bricks, and drainage channels should be left to allow the accumulated water to flow naturally into the sewer.

2. Benefits of Growing Vegetables on the Roof

1. Convenience

What is the point of growing vegetables on the roof? Isn't it just for convenience? Just think about it, while waiting for the soup to boil, you can go upstairs to pick a handful of tender stems and leaves, wash them, cut them and put them in the pot. How time-saving and labor-saving it is! Therefore, growing vegetables on the roof is both convenient and practical!

2. Heat insulation

Growing vegetables on the roof is equivalent to adding two layers of insulation because there are two layers of soil and vegetables. Therefore, even if you live on the top floor, you won't be sweating in the summer heat. It's quite cool!

3. Protect the roof

In order to extend the service life of the building, the roof also needs maintenance. However, after choosing vegetable planting, the roof is naturally well protected from the sun and frost because of the anti-leakage and moisture-proof treatment and soil covering.