Discover how to create your own rain garden: a shallow depression with special soil and native or water-tolerant plants, designed to capture and soak in runoff, filter pollutants, and protect nearby waterways. Pierce Conservation District experts will give guidance on how to proceed and resources. Learn about:
> Designing a successful rain garden
> Best practices for good drainage to avoid runoff
> Necessary soil amendments and mulch
> Rain garden plants, grasses, and groundcovers
> Maintenance to achieve maximum function
> Grant options to reduce pollution and increase green spaces in 3 watershed areas