Whether your yard acts like a sieve or a bathtub, water plays an important role in your gardening success. Learn how to move, store, and absorb rainwater in your yard to keep your plants healthy while conserving your time, costs, and water. Ali Clift holds degrees in Environmental Studies and Marine Science from Eckerd College in St. Petersburg, FL. She is the Education & Outreach Coordinator for the Cumberland County Soil & Water Conservation District.