The swale paintbrush grows to about 19 inches tall, sprouting yellow-reddish flowers leading to its nickname, the Indian paintbrush. The plant is known to only exist at two sites in rural Hidalgo ...

Daniels said his swale never had grass until last week. He received a letter threatening fines, so he hired someone to till the ground and plant sod, which is already dying. "If it dies ...

By installing wetland vegetation within these eroding swales, we will increase pollutant removal and improve conditions for maintenance activities. Plant installation is scheduled for May 2025.

Traditional turfgrass linings in swales are not effective in areas with shallow groundwater, leading to erosion and maintenance challenges. Native plants adapted to wet conditions, such as soft ...