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10 Easy Pieces: Rain Barrels for Sustainable Water Harvesting

Rain barrels are essential for smart, sustainable gardens. Set up a system, attach a hose, and it irrigates for you. Options range from affordable recycled plastic to long‑term stainless steel and wood.

Top Picks

Sheet Steel Rain Barrel (Manufactum). Galvanized, powder‑coated green, brass tap, 40 gal; €464.

Rain Barrel USA 80 Gal. Lightweight, insect screen, brass spigot; $259 (Frontgate).

Exaco Trading Wooden Rain Barrel. FSC‑certified spruce, brass tap; $244 (Eco‑Outfitter).

Algreen Madison 49 Gal Rain Barrel Fountain. Sculptural stone‑colored plastic; $139.99 (Hay Needle).

Tierra Garden 82‑Gal Rain Saver. Faded army‑green polypropylene; $108.06 (Amazon).

Eco Square Wood Rain Barrel. 70 gal; $224 (Eco‑Outfitter).

55 Gal Rain Barrel. Neutral lightweight plastic; $86.28 (US Plastic Corp).

Fitzwater Rainwater Tank. 58 gal slim stainless steel; $999.

Algreen Athena 50‑Gal Terracotta Barrel. Heavy‑duty plastic, brass spigot; $132.89 (Amazon).

50‑Gal Eco Rainstation (recycled plastic). Kentucky‑made, connects to downspout, diverts excess; $90 (Rain Brothers).

Want to water less? See: A Garden You Water Four Times a Year; Designer Visit: Grow Outdoor Design’s Drought‑Tolerant Garden; all Sustainable Design posts.

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