Where does all the water go after it rains? How does what people do on their land at home, on the farm and in the cities affect water and soil quality? Pathway to Water Quality can show you. Pathway to Water … Continue reading →

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IDNR-Woodland Management Good timber management makes woodlands productive, provides wildlife habitat and protects water and soil quality.  Learn more about the benefits of snags in your woodland. Indiana Natural Resources Conservation Service Silviculture is the theory and practice of managing a … Continue reading →

Septic Systems Some homes are not close enough to a centralized sewer system, and instead use an onsite sewage disposal system, or septic system, to clean up water that comes from toilets, bathtubs, sinks, and washing machines. This technology can … Continue reading →

Native Plants Plants native to Indiana have adapted and evolved to local growing conditions and are best suited for the soil and weather in our area. They require less fertilizer, fewer pesticides, and less water than non-native plants. Native plants … Continue reading →

If you’re are looking for ways to save on your water bill, do something good for the environment by conserving water, and ensure that your plants, garden or landscape don’t suffer in the next dry spell, consider an old-fashioned solution: … Continue reading →

Wetlands are now recognized as important features in the landscape that provide numerous beneficial services for people and for fish and wildlife. They are also sometimes called marshes or swamps. Generally, wetlands are lands where saturation with water is the … Continue reading →

Conservation practices such as cover crops and no-till, improve the soil health and healthy soil is better able to act like a sponge and absorb more water during precipitation events. The greater the amount of water infiltrating into the soil, … Continue reading →

A rain garden is a landscaping feature using native perennial plants. The garden is used to manage stormwater runoff from impervious surfaces such as roofs, sidewalks and parking lots. When you create a rain garden you can improve local water … Continue reading →

Native Plants tend to grow better than introduced species because they have evolved under local growing conditions. They are less prone to disease and, once established, require less watering and fertilizer. They can also reduce the amount of lawn you need … Continue reading →