The water cycle in the home has been designed to work against natural systems. Stormwater and Greywater are underutilized resources in the home and garden and should be incorporated into existing homes and also new constructions. Rain gardens and Greywater wetlands are some solutions for reusing this water.
Wetlands can be designed to capture and treat water that runs off roofs and other sources in the home like laundry, shower and sinks. There are many considerations important to a successful design including legalities, costs, siting and slope, overflow, water source quality, plant needs, and maintenance. It is also important to design with native plants that are both flood and drought resistant. Choosing the right ones can help filter the captured water, protecting overall water quality, reusing natural resources and providing wildlife habitat.
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