Areas with the lowest elevation harness the power of riparian native plants to prevent the runoff by encouraging water infiltration. These bioswales also capture water to recharge the groundwater table and improve the cleanliness of water that leaves the property.
Ribes: Adds delicate Wisteria-like flowers to shade and rain environments
Ribes: Adds delicate Wisteria-like flowers to shade and rain environments
Oregon Grape in Fall: Resists fire, produces grapes, attracts wildlife, and enjoys both rain and shade gardens
Oregon Grape (Spring): Resists fire, produces grapes, attracts wildlife, and enjoys both rain and shade gardens
Common Yarrow: Serves as an IdealMow lawn/meadow, attracts wildlife and enjoys water-filtering rain garden spaces
Hummingbird Sage, Salvia spathacea: Attracts wildlife, including hummingbirds, while brining an intoxicating scent to shade and rain gardens
Juncus `Elk Blue’
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