Yonkers workshop to explore benefits of rain gardens

  • 2021-02-27
Those who experience flooding on their property after a heavy rain may be interested in a workshop that will offer a creative solution to this dilemma.

The benefits of installing a rain garden will be the focus of a presentation being hosted by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Westchester County, and Yonkers residents are welcome to participate. It will be offered using a virtual format, and registration for the activity will close 10 days ahead of the day on which it is scheduled to be held.

The three-hour long workshop will introduce the public to rain gardens and why they can make a difference in an area prone to flooding and subsequent erosion. They will learn how to choose the right plants for their particular needs and also how to prepare the site for cultivation. Plant care is on the agenda, as well as tips for creating a bed that will be as attractive as it is practical.

While an event like this offers an introduction to rain gardening, the attendees may want to follow up on their learning. Guides and other items that help make this happen can be ordered from area brochure printing companies to distribute to each registrant.

This introduction to the art of rain gardening will be offered on March 24. More details about how to join the presentation are available on the function’s internet listing.