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Learn how to design a rain garden to manage stormwater, prevent erosion, and beautify your space! A step-by-step guide with native plant tips.

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Script Outline:

00:00:00 - What is a Rain Garden?

Define a rain garden as a planted basin that collects and filters stormwater.

Explain how it reduces runoff, prevents erosion, and recharges groundwater.

Show examples of well-designed rain gardens in different landscapes.


00:01:13 - Nature's Sponge

Highlight how rain gardens act as a natural sponge, absorbing excess water.

Discuss soil preparation, including using sandy or loamy soil for better drainage.

Explain how rain gardens help reduce flooding and filter out pollutants.


00:01:42 - A Dirty Jobs Guide

Step-by-step guide on building a rain garden:

1. Choosing the Right Location – Near downspouts, driveways, or low-lying areas.


2. Digging the Basin – Creating a gentle slope with deeper areas for water collection.


3. Layering for Success – Adding compost, mulch, and well-draining soil.




00:03:04 - Picking the Right Plants for the Job

Recommend native plants that thrive in wet and dry cycles, such as:

Blue Flag Iris (absorbs excess water, attracts pollinators)

Swamp Milkweed (great for butterflies, tolerates wet conditions)

Black-eyed Susan (adds color, supports local wildlife)

Switchgrass & Sedges (filter pollutants and stabilize soil)



00:04:27 - Build a Rain Garden!

Encourage viewers to create their own rain garden, emphasizing the environmental benefits.

Remind them that even small gardens make a big impact in preventing runoff pollution.

End with a call to action: "Turn rain into a resource-start your rain garden today!"