MZ-80A is a shallow HDPE roof greening plant container for pre-growing flowers or low-profile vegetation before modules are moved into their final rooftop layout. At 500 × 400 × 80 mm, it offers a compact planting depth for selected lightweight applications. The container combines planting space with drainage and ventilation paths so modules can be prepared off-site or in a nursery and then arranged on the roof.
Position within a Roof Greening System
The MZ-80A is a legacy shallow container rather than the primary green roof tray range. It can suit flower displays, temporary layouts and low-profile planting where the designer confirms the growing depth, water management and saturated load. For current extensive and semi-intensive tray options, specifications and project guidance, use our main green roof trays page.
Product Details
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Item No. | MZ-80A |
| Module size | 500 × 400 × 80 mm |
| Material | HDPE |
| Planting type | Shallow flowers and selected low-growing plants |
| Typical use | Roof greening, balcony planting and modular landscape displays |
Why Pre-Grow the Modules?
Pre-growing can shorten the time between roof installation and visible plant coverage. It also lets the nursery establish vegetation under controlled conditions before transport. On site, teams can place the modules in a planned pattern and replace individual units when maintenance requires it. However, plant selection must match the shallow 80 mm depth, wind exposure, local climate and irrigation strategy.
- Corrosion-resistant HDPE construction
- Integrated drainage and ventilation paths
- Modular handling and layout
- Suitable for off-site or nursery pre-growing
- Individual containers can be accessed for maintenance
Design and Installation Notes
Before placing containers, verify waterproofing protection, roof falls, drainage outlets, wind resistance and total saturated weight. Provide the specified root barrier and separation layers where required. Maintain clear flow paths to roof drains, and coordinate irrigation with plant type and exposure. The product does not replace structural, waterproofing or horticultural design.
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Project Enquiry
Send the roof area, desired vegetation, growing-medium depth, irrigation plan and destination to our project team. We will confirm whether MZ-80A or a current green roof tray is the more suitable option.