Build a rain garden on your property
A rain garden is an inexpensive way to manage the stormwater runoff from your yard. Rain gardens are placed between stormwater runoff sources (roofs, driveways, parking lots) and runoff destinations (streets and storm sewers).
A rain garden is a shallow depression in the ground that can be planted with any combination of shrubs, grasses or flowers. The plants and soil work together allowing the water to soak into the ground and filter pollutants, just as they do in nature. Besides helping water quality and reducing runoff, rain garden plants provide habitat for beneficial insects and wildlife. Remember to use native plants.
By reducing the amount of contaminants in stormwater you will be helping to keep the Bay of Quinte a healthy and vibrant ecosystem.
If you live in Belleville, Trenton, Napanee, Deseronto or Picton you could be eligible for a grant of up to $750 towards native plants, soil, compost, gravel, mulch, a contractor or rental equipment to establish a functioning rain garden.
Natural Waterfronts
Shoreline plantings help prevent erosion, provide habitat and help improve water quality. This program provides you with a free site visit, a customized planting plan using native plants. The grant rate is 75% up to a maximum of $1000.
