Stormwater planters

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Words in here about this type of bioretention.

See Also

• Bioretention cells
• Extended tree pits
• Curb extensions

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• Shrubs
• Perennials
• Grasses
• Forebays
• Overflow
• Mulch
• Filter media
• Choking layer
• Reservoir

A vegetated practice that collects and treats stormwater through sedimentation and filtration. Contributions to water cycle/water balance are through evapotranspiration only; no infiltration.

A shallow excavated surface depression containing prepared filter media, mulch, and planted with selected vegetation.