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a small stream running through a lush green yard

Now that I've made some headway on my own dry creek bed, I feel prepared to share a few of my tips for making it look better than an awkward ribbon of rocks. It isn't finished and probably never will, but still wanted to share some pointers. But first you might be wondering... 'What is a dry creek bed, and why do I need one?' During a rain, dry creek beds collect and channel water. Good question. A dry creek bed is a glorified and gussied up-ditch that collects and diverts rainwater away…

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a garden with rocks, grass and trees

Rain Gardens: Answering the Rallying Cry, “Slow it, spread it, sink it!” With climate change, we are seeing more rain coming at one time, more massive storms, more extended storms, and more frequent storms. Damage to homes and landscapes is increasing and it demands proper attention to our landscape design. And we know these past […]

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a wooden bench sitting on top of a pile of rocks next to a lush green field

Dry creek beds can be functional as well as beautiful! Have you ever thought of building one but don’t know where to start? Here is the process we went through to build ours, as well as some additional inspiration!

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how to create a dry creek bed for your landscape design

in landscape ideas, drainage is needed. Excess water in a landscape if it cannot be disposed of properly will damage the landscape itself. So, among several drainage ideas for landscapes, you can apply a dry creek bed.

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there are many flowers and rocks in the garden

Discover how dry creek bed landscaping ideas can elevate your outdoor space into a serene haven, perfect for relaxation and admiration.

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how to build a dry river bed with rocks in it and a wheelbarrow

Make your drainage problems disappear with a dry river bed, filtering excess rainwater and hydrating the surrounding plants.

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