Plant a raingarden

“Raingardens, also known as bioretention systems, are garden beds that use native plants and soil to capture, filter and treat stormwater runoff from your driveway or roof. Raingardens are a good alternative to traditional gardens or lawns. Building a raingarden is an easy and inexpensive way to improve local water quality. By treating pollutants and minimising the disturbance to local creeks and rivers, raingardens help to maintain healthy waterways for you and future generations to enjoy.”

Healthy Land & Water (2023) “Building a raingarden”

Image: Verge planting, Sussex Street, West End. Credit: Kurilpa Futures.