Rainwater is a free resource, but much of it misses our gardens unless we have some means of catching it. At least we can use roofs on houses and sheds to collect it and store it in tanks for when rainfall is not enough to keep plants growing.
Catching and Storing Water with Contour Banks
Catching and storing water with contour banks is an important aspect of creating a garden which contributes to a sustainable planet. Author Jane…
Busy person’s guide to watering systems for vegetable gardening
Suddenly working late / starting early, needing to go there / do that, results in "oh my god you said you would water the garden for me"…
Rainwater & Tanks
A rainwater conservation system involves collecting rainwater from the roof and storing it in a tank for later use as irrigation water. Recycling…
Water Sensitive Urban Design
Many professionals in the gardening and landscaping industry are exploring ways of creating more sustainable landscapes. Water Sensitive Urban Design…
Stormwater Runoff
Gardening practices have an important influence on the quality of water in our streams, creeks and bays. Australian soils and waterways are generally…