2. Fresh Water Facts Only 1% of all Earths water is useable to humans and land animals Lakes, rivers, streams, ponds and in the ground.Village of Bannockburn
12. What is a Rain Garden? Rain Gardens absorb and filter water. Rain Gardens are planted with native wetland and prairie wildflowers and grasses. Rain Gardens provide food and shelter for birds, butterflies and dragonflies (which eat mosquitoes).Village of Bannockburn
13. Rain Garden Benefits 1. Filter runoff pollution 2. Recharge local groundwater 3. Improve water quality 4. Protect rivers and streams 5. Create habitat for birds & butterfliesVillage of Bannockburn
15. Types of Rain Gardens Backyard Rain Garden Roadside Rain GardenVillage of Bannockburn
16. How to Create a Rain Garden 1. Remove all non-native trees and shrubs 2. Remove 3 feet of soil 3. Install stone and special soil 4. Install plants 5. Add wood chips 6. Water and Weed!Village of Bannockburn
