Thursday, June 21, 2012

Video - Harvesting Rainwater for the Garden

Here is a short video demonstrating how one New Mexico gardener irrigates his garden using harvested rainwater. In a low-water area such as New Mexico, it is quite a blessing to be able to harvest and store the rare but plentiful monsoon rains. See this video for some nifty tips for storing water, and also watering the garden with it - including what to do with your rainwater tank in the winter to ensure it doesn't freeze.

How To Harvest Rain Water For The Garden
Learn how a Gallup, New Mexico gardener harvests rain water to irrigate his gardens. From the Southwest Yard & Garden series.


A Couple of Rainwater Harvesting Tanks to Check Out: 
 
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