After a parched Seattle summer, the smell and sound of fall rain feels like a celebration for both humans and plants. In our streets and suburbs, however, as paving replaces soil, rain becomes ...

Water—it’s one of the most essential, beneficial and frustrating assets for gardeners throughout the country. At any given time, there seems to be either too much of it or not enough. So what’s the ...

WASHINGTON — You’ve heard of flower beds and veggie patches, but have you met the garden that actually loves a good downpour? Enter the rain garden, it's nature’s stylish, sustainable solution to ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Rain gardens offer many environmental benefits including managing stormwater by capturing runoff and reducing the amount of water ...

Rainwater harvesting for gardens helps save freshwater and nourish plants, with simple setups from barrels to underground tanks across Indian homes.

A rock pathway directs water from the gutter on this home to the native plants in a garden designed by landscaper Carrie Dubberley. Carrie Dubberley Taylor Kirkland loves his creek-side property in ...

Stormwater that runs off buildings and paved streets frequently carries high levels of pollutants into rivers and lakes, some of which serve as sources of drinking water. Rain gardens, green ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Rain gardens have been growing in popularity for good reason. They beautify outdoor spaces while providing important environmental ...

What is a rain garden, and how does it work? Rain gardens, sometimes called bio-retention areas, are shallow depressions in the landscape that capture stormwater and allow it to gradually percolate ...

Gemma is an experienced freelance writer who has spent the last five years focusing on expert-driven content relating to homes and gardens. She has contributed to several lifestyle publications ...

South Bay designer Shelkie Tao specializes in water-efficient landscaping, including rain gardens. Photo courtesy Shelkie Tao/Water Efficient Gardens. Whether you’re looking to make your landscaping ...