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DIY Files: Sarah Sets Up a Rain Barrel Drip Irrigation System—10 Steps to Success!
Let Sarah show you how to set up your gravity-fed drip irrigation system, step-by-step. It's actually pretty simple once you understand what all those little parts are for! Read More...
Raised Rain Barrel Foundations for Gravity-Fed Irrigation
Sold as a customizable DIY kit, there is plenty of room for tailoring your BlueBarrel Rainwater Catchment System; to your space, and to your taste! Check out these creative foundation ideas submitted by our DIY customers. Read More...
Holy Toledo! It’s a BlueBarrel System® at the Black Diamond Garden Center
Enjoy a virtual tour of the BlueBarrel Rainwater Catchment System at a garden center in Toledo. Join podcast hosts Mike O'Rourke and Scott Sandstrom to learn all about the system install, and view their video tour as well! Read More...
Gravity-Fed Irrigation Basics: Easy Rain Barrel Irrigation for DIY-ers
Irrigating with rainwater is wonderful because plants love the water so much. Fresh from the sky, rain is completely free of the salts, minerals, and chemicals found in other water sources. So now that your rain barrels are full, how do you get that super high-quality water over to your thirsty garden? This post offers a handful of tips on DIY drip irrigation, and how to automate your rain barrels with gravity. Read More...
Moving to a New Climate: What to Know About Rainwater Harvesting in Your New Region
Learn how to adapt your rainwater harvesting system when moving to a new climate. Discover efficient, modular water solutions for your new home. Read More...
Six Trends Redefining Regenerative Home Design in 2026
For decades, mainstream building design has been shaped by speed, scale, and efficiency—often at the expense of health, connection, and longevity. Now, people are choosing homes that support the body, natural rhythms, and connection to place. These are the shifts shaping the regenerative home in 2026. Read More...


