June New Release - Creating Rain Gardens

Title: Creating Rain Gardens

             

Subtitle: Capturing Rain for Your 

Own Water-Efficient Garden

                  

Author/s: Cleo Woelfle-Erskine and 

Apryl Uncapher

RRP: $24.99

ISBN: 9781604692402

Format:  Paperback, 208 pages

Dimensions: 230mm x 205mm

Publisher: Timber Press

Aust. Release Date:  June 2012

Book Description/Synopsis:

Rain gardens act as big sponges that capture and hold storm water runoff so it can be absorbed back into the soil of your garden. Rain gardens are also beautiful habitats for birds and insects, making your garden hum with nature. Water conservation experts Cleo Woelfle-Erskine and Apryl Uncapher walk you through the process of designing and building swales, French drains, rain gardens and ephemeral ponds - the building blocks of rain gardens. Providing step-by-step instructions for rain barrels, simple living roofs, permeable patios and planters that harvest runoff from the street, this rich handbook explains how to weave these elements into your current garden for maximum benefits. From soil preparation, planting, troubleshooting and maintenance to selecting palettes of water-loving plants that provide four-season interest and a habitat for wildlife, the authors cover everything you need to create a beautiful rain garden at home.