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A roof top is the ideal alternative way to enjoy all the virtues of gardening and outdoor space when there is no land available. Here are few tips on how to create a roof top garden, if you love gardening.

1. Safety

Install fences so that it protects person as well as tools from falling down. Moreover roofs  are generally windy places.

2. Weight

Figure out the sustainable weight of your roof as too much load in the wrong place can cause structural damage. Consult a structural engineer before proceeding

3. Pots and Containers

Choose containers that are lightweight and allows drainage.

4. Find a water source

Rooftop beds and containers will dry out quickly and may need to be watered daily during the hottest part of summer

5. Make space for storage

To keep fertilizers, composts, tools and soil

6. Pick the right plant

Go for plants that can grow in less area. The bigger the fruit, the more the demand for water and space.  

7. Maintenance

If a plant is not doing well in one location, move it around till you find a sweet spot.

Try on your rooftop.

- Smrutirekha