Preserving Nature & Controlling Pollutants
in Elgin
We have created this page to help educate, preserve and protect the environment of the Town of Elgin.
Managing stormwater runoff, reducing pollutants, and protecting our native wildlife are all ways that you can get involved to help maintain our precious Town.
We will provide education and local events here!
Go Native!
If you’re gearing up for spring gardening, make sure you’re going native!
Going with native plants not only provides food and habitat for our native wildlife, it can also help with our water resources!
Native plants are naturally adapted to the conditions of South Carolina and require less irrigation and little to no fertilizers, helping to reduce excess nutrients in runoff. The aboveground growth slows water running off the landscape, while the root system can allow water to soak into the ground.
CHECK OUT THESE HELPFUL PLANT LISTS:
» Clemson Extension Plant Database
» SC Native Plant List
Discover plants valuable to wildlife and beneficials, and learn how to choose the right plants for your region.
Going with native plants not only provides food and habitat for our native wildlife, it can also help with our water resources!
Native plants are naturally adapted to the conditions of South Carolina and require less irrigation and little to no fertilizers, helping to reduce excess nutrients in runoff. The aboveground growth slows water running off the landscape, while the root system can allow water to soak into the ground.
CHECK OUT THESE HELPFUL PLANT LISTS:
» Clemson Extension Plant Database
» SC Native Plant List
Discover plants valuable to wildlife and beneficials, and learn how to choose the right plants for your region.
UPCOMING LOCAL EVENTS
Check back later for upcoming events!