We are going to describe one way to build a rooftop garden that does not even require
soil. Four things are needed for a small rooftop garden. One thing is a roof that can support
the weight. Another is grass cutting. The third thing is a sheet of plastic in which to spread
the cut grass. And the last thing is a box about eight centimeters deep and made out of four
pieces of wood.
     Once you are sure the roof is good, cut and collect some grass. Then lay down the
plastic where the garden box will go. The four-sided box can be as long and as wide as
needed. Place the box on top of the sheet of plastic. Then fill it with the cut grass. Next,
add water and walk on the cuttings to press them down.
     After about three weeks, the rooftop garden is ready for planting. Put the seeds directly
into the wet grass cuttings. This garden is a good place to grow peas, tomatoes, beans, onions
and lettuce. If the box is deep enough, potatoes and carrots will also grow.
     It is important to keep the grass wet until the plants begin to grow. When the plants are
growing, they will need watering every day, unless there is rain. And they will need some liquid
fertilizer. Also, seeds and new plants must be protected from insects and birds. Rooftop
gardens are increasingly popular, and not just to grow vegetables. They keep buildings cooler
in the sun, so they save energy. They can also extend the useful life of a roof.
     Rooftop gardens also reduce the runoff of storm water and help clean the air. Plus the
add beauty, and give birds and insects in the city a nice place to live.