Gwinnett County Master GardenersRain Barrel
Rainwater Collection System
December 15, 2009 Renee Beard Conservation, Member Articles
The rainwater collection system is comprised of one, 250-gallon tank, two 350-gallon tanks, one 1100-gallon tank, and three rain barrel collection stations. The tanks are all connected and drain downhill. Each tank can be opened and closed depending on how the water collection progresses. The whole system can be drained if necessary. Each of the [...]
Benefits of a Rain Barrel
May 13, 2008 Karen Alexander Conservation, Member Articles
Rainwater harvesting is always beneficial, whether the water is used to water one houseplant or an entire garden. Also, the act of collecting rainwater can be an inspiration to other water conservation activities around the house. When deciding on a rainwater harvesting system, you will want it to be as large as you can afford [...]
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