A Rain Garden is a shallow depression that is designed to collect water runoff from a roof, sidewalk, driveway or other surface.

 

A rain garden is not complete unless it is planted with native plants, which help to soak up water and remove pollutants.

 

A Rain Garden helps the environment and you by:

• Reducing the amount of watering and maintenance in your landscape.

• Reducing stormwater runoff and nutrient pollution.

• Reducing localized flooding and improving drainage.

• Enhancing infiltration to reduce flooding and promote groundwater recharge.

• Creating habitat for birds, bees, and other wildlife.

 

Rain Gardens provide a more natural approach to conventional stormwater management. A rain garden is most successful with native plants suited for both wet and dry conditions. This allows for a greater success rate of plants that thrive in the local climate. Consider installing a rain garden at your home or business to capture runoff and naturally treat the stormwater. Rain gardens offer a practical, beautiful way for individuals to contribute to our collective water quality efforts.