Designing Successful Rain Gardens for Civic Sites
Webinar replay from October 4, 2023
Focus on Sustainability Webinar Series – Season 3 – ELA Members FREE
Rain gardens, as part of modern storm water management systems, rely on plant material for soil stabilization, contaminant filtering, nutrient absorption, and to slow rainwater for infiltration. Well designed rain gardens (with the appropriate plant material) can greatly improve the results of green infrastructure and ensure their long-term success. Selecting appropriate plants for rain gardens and other vegetated storm water management systems is a critical first step to their success. Beyond plant selection, proper site preparation and a comprehensive maintenance plan are critical components of a successful rain garden.
In this webinar, Amanda Sloan describes the elements that go into a successful rain garden project.
