Is it better to use rain water or city water for watering your garden? - Cooperative Extension: Garden and Yard - University of Maine Cooperative Extension

Question: I am planning a new home flower and vegetable garden and am wondering if it would be better to use rainwater rather than city water? Answer: Jonathan Foster, Home Horticulture Outreach Professional Neither is bad, but the answer depends on which plants you want to grow, what your budget/available workload is, and your perspective. read more