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Online resources

New Zealand

• Auckland City: growth and stormwater
• Waitakere City Council Development Services information leaflet on raingardens

International

• How to construct a raingarden
  Step-by-step illustrated guide at the LID Sustainable School Projects website.
• Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
  This website provides a US Native Plant database that is searchable by US State.
• Bioretention/Raingardens Discussion Group
  This website provides a forum to exchange ideas, discuss issues and problems, and share any other information related to bioretention.
• RainGardens.org
  Basic information is provided on the design and use of raingardens. This site is a partnership stormwater education project between West Michigan Environmental Action Council (WMEAC) and the City of Grand Rapids Environmental Protective Services.
• Friends of Bassett Creek, Minnesota
  A comprehensive guide to the creation of raingardens for runoff management, habitat creation, and aesthetic value is provided with design and construction information and recommendations on plant material.
• Stormwater Center
  A comprehensive document entitled 'Stormwater Management Fact Sheet: Bioretention' provides detailed information on bioretention practices including applicability, design considerations and cost–benefit analysis.
• USEPA - Green infrastructure