Catch the Rain, Save the Drain

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Rain barrels are a great way to reduce the stormwater runoff that rooftops contribute to local waterways. They also help conserve water and provide an inexpensive way to irrigate gardens and landscaping. By capturing rainwater that would otherwise flow into storm drains, rain barrels help reduce erosion, prevent pollutants from entering waterways, and lower water bills. The collected water can be used to water plants, wash outdoor tools, and other non-potable uses. A rain barrel can quickly pay for itself in water savings, especially during dry months.

Rain barrels can fit beautifully into any landscape and can be painted to blend in with their surroundings or decorated with unique designs to add a personal touch. Some people also install multiple barrels to maximize water collection and ensure they have plenty of water for their gardens.

Pick up your rain barrel through our Rain Barrel Workshop (for just $55!), through our plant sale, or stop by the Cincinnati Zoo this April to bid on gorgeous, painted barrels from local artists.

Clermont SWCD Now Taking Plant Sale Orders

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Each year, the Clermont Soil & Water Conservation District offers tree and native shrub seedlings, as well as a few native perennials at discount prices. This program gives landowners the opportunity to develop small areas of reforestation, provide habitat for wildlife enhancement, or native additions to home landscaping.

Most of the seedlings offered are 12 to 24 inch ‘whips’. Tree and shrub seedlings will be bare rooted; we dip the plants in a root preservative to help keep the roots from drying out and wrap them in a plastic bag. Most packets will be in a bag about the size of a grocery bag and can easily be placed in your car for pick up.  Perennials are sold as ‘plugs’. The plugs we are offering are approximately 2” in diameter and a robust 4.5” deep. For detailed descriptions and photo’s, please visit our store website.

Rain Barrels are also offered this year. The use of rain barrels lowers the municipal water demands and saves energy at water treatment facilities by reducing water pollution and storm water runoff.

For the second year, we have partnered with the Adams-Clermont Solid Waste District and are offering Earth Machine Compost Bins. The bins can be reserved on our plant sale website however you will pay for the bins on the pickup dates below. They will be accepting payment the day of pickup. For more information on the compost bins please click HERE.

The plant sale website is now available; click HERE. Orders Will be Taken Until May 2nd OR until stock runs out. Please order early to guarantee availability.

Pick up Dates: Thursday, May 4, 2023 Noon-6:30 p.m. & Friday, May 5, 2023oon-4:30 p.m.

Clermont County Fair Grounds, Commercial Building

1000 Locust Street Owensville, OH 45160

Please be sure to make arrangements to pick up orders on these dates.

For questions contact Connie Miller (513) 732-7075 Ext. 2 or cmiller@clermontcountyohio.gov