Raingarden Workshop

Please note: There is a $10 admission for the workshop. All participants will receive the Blue Thumb Guide to Raingardens (normally $20), and one lucky participant will receive a free rainbarrel, courtesy of the Capitol Region Watershed District. Many people don’t realize that some standard lawncare practices can cause serious damage to nearby lakes, streams and rivers. However, homeowners interested in preserving local water quality can start right in their own backyards. The natural beauty and practical benefit of a raingarden make it an increasingly popular choice for home landscapers who want to do their part to improve water quality, and many residents seek resources on how to add these lovely features to their yards, schools, and businesses. Join a landscape ecologist from Metro Conservation Districts to learn what a raingarden is, how to build one, and why they can be important for our lakes, rivers and wetlands. The workshop will take a how-to approach, giving participants information about: • where a raingarden should be placed, • soil preparation, • plant selection, and • other nuances of raingarden construction. Printed materials about will be provided for participants.