Pond owners have sometimes intentionally and sometimes accidentally introduced freshwater clams or mussels into their recreational ponds. Wh...
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Best practices in livestock and forage production is the subject of ongoing programs conducted by Alabama Extension animal science and forag...
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Well Water Background
Thousands of Alabama residents rely on private water systems for their drinking water source. The 2015 Water Use Repo...
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Learn essential techniques to create thriving urban landscapes that add beauty and value to your city.
This publication addresses the pla...
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Objective: You will learn how to install a rain garden and why installing a rain garden has a positive impact on your envi...
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Do rain gardens attract mosquitoes?
If built correctly, your rain garden should not host mosquitoes. Mosquito larvae require 2 to 3 days of...
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Take time to create a simple bird’s-eye view of how water flows on your landscape. This will help you identify where to install a ...
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Walk through your yard and identify potential locations. Note any strong slopes or low spots. It is helpful to watch water...
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To ensure that the site you have selected will work for a rain garden, perform an infiltration test. Spring is a great time for this...
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With your location decided and design constraints considered, you can begin sizing your rain garden. Generally, rain gardens are siz...
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Defining Rain Garden Boundaries
The first step is to outline (with string or spray paint) the parameter of your rain garden. This...
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Plants play an important role in rain garden function:
Provide wildlife habitat and seasonal aesthetic appeal § Take up nutrie...
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