Gardening Jargon – Bioswale

It is a vegetated , shallow, landscaped depression which allow collection and filtering of pollutant from the storm water.

Why Bioswale

Protects local waterways from storm water pollutants
Creates habitat for wildlife, including birds and butterflies,
Reduces standing water (puddles) that can attract mosquitoes
Creates colorful gardens with a variety of flowers and plants year round
Bioswale uses native plants. which have deep roots so they can absorb storm water and filter out pollutants