Fox In The Rain xpost from rpics - animal, rain, xpost, rpics. Photorator photo.
Rainwater gardens are both beautiful and practical; they filter and purify water runoff and provide a wildlife habitat for birds and butterflies, plus, they're easy to maintain. Create step by step.
Good Afternoon! Well what a timely post this is, as the glorious weather we’ve been basking in over the last couple weeks has passed on by and been replaced by grey skies and rain. I wonder i…
Rain gardens use run-off from roofs, driveways, other impervious surfaces. Rainwater is used by native plants rather than running to the storm sewer or ditch.
I jump into Art Show projects right after Christmas break. If you have ever done an All School art show...you know how much work it is. Even though it is still a few months away...you need the time to prepare. Some projects you dreamed up might not work out...kids are out of school...snow days...etc..etc. So my kindergarten students painted paper & added texture to it last week. This week the created the collage birds. I think we may work one more time on it...adding a bit more sparkle!!!
Choosing the best plants for a rain garden can be hard. Learn what to look for, and get tons of options for sun or shade on my detailed list.
Ready for an outdoor spring activity? Kite crafts for kids are perfect. Have fun decorating and building your own special kite and run in the outdoors
A backyard rain garden catches stormwater so it can seep into the soil instead of washing into drains and sewers. Follow our guide and make your own.
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