Category Archives: Rainwater

Rain barrels are one route to keeping rainwater. What about swales and deep mulching to hold more in place and prevent run-off?

5 things you can do now to help you get the most from this winter’s rains

Posted on October 30, 2011 by beth

Here in San Diego, nearly all of our 10 inches average annual rainfall comes in the winter. How much water is that? If you use the formula of .623 gallons per square foot per inch of rain, that comes to … Continue reading →

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Gravity fed drip irrigation – is it worth it?

Posted on September 21, 2011 by beth

“If you buy what you don’t need, you steal from yourself.”  -Swedish proverb I’m a frugal person of Swedish descent, so why did I feel compelled to spend the time and money buying and installing a drip system for the … Continue reading →

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Rain Barrels Help Prevent Runoff Pollution

Posted on November 25, 2010 by beth

Well – it’s not rocket science, but apparently rain water collection is good for more that just watering your plants.  The results are in from the Rain Barrel/Downspout Disconnect Pilot Program sponsored by the City of San Diego Storm Water … Continue reading →

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