How Do You Grow A Rain Garden?
Rain gardens keep pollution-laden runoff water out of community lakes and waterways. When rainwater funnels through a rain garden, the soil and plant roots trap water and filter pollutants, such as phosphates. Instead of polluting surrounding waterways, the materials actually fertilize the rain garden plants. The remaining clean water replenishes the groundwater supply as it filters downward. Select the proper site. You can locate your rain garden in a sunny or shady area, but you must site the garden at least 10 feet away from your foundation to prevent water damage to your home. Choose a natural depression, if one exists. Dig a shallow basin to trap the rainwater. The depression must be at least t2-inches deep to trap rainwater. If you receive ample rainwater or want to plant bog specimens, dig 6-inches deep. Divert the runoff water to the designated garden area. You can dig a channel and line it with gravel to prevent erosion. If your garden sits far from downspouts, bury a drainpip
