Rain Barrel
Updated: October 17, 2023

What are Rain Barrels and Cisterns?

Rain barrels and cisterns are devices that are placed at the end of downspouts to collect rainwater and store it for later use.

 

Resources

Rutgers Fact Sheet "Testing and Applying Harvested Water to Irrigate a Vegetable Garden"

Rutgers Fact Sheet "Testing and Applying Harvested Water to Irrigate a Vegetable Garden"

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Rain Barrels 101 - UMD Extension video