Design Tips for Rain Gardens: Stormwater Management (OnDemand Webinar)

$149.00

SKU: 410961EAU

Description

Understand the design and function of rain gardens and their use in the larger stormwater management picture. Protecting valuable water resources from pollutants in stormwater runoff is necessary and can be done in many ways. Rain gardens are a popular stormwater management practice because they are aesthetically pleasing, adaptable to diverse sites, and can be a lowcost method to both reduce runoff and remove pollutants. This topic will look at the perception, terminology, and connotations of rain gardens. Rain garden design, plant selection, and maintenance basics will be covered. Longterm issues including aesthetics, functionality, TMDL credits, and current research will also be discussed. This material will provide you with an overview of rain gardens and their use in the larger stormwater management picture.

Date: 2023-09-29 Start Time: End Time:

Learning Objectives

Rain Garden Design
• Location
• Size
• Overflow and Underdrain
• Construction
• Media

Rain Garden Plant Selection
• Planting Location
• Natives vs. Non-Natives
• Pollutant Removal

Rain Garden Maintenance
• Scum and Mulch
• Weed Management
• Long-Term Aesthetics
• Cost

Rain Garden Life Expectancy
• Functionality
• Credits
• Monitoring
• Current Research

ENG ,Additional credit may be available upon request. Contact Lorman at 866-352-9540 for further information.

Laurie J. Fox-Virginia Tech Hampton Roads AREC