RAIN GARDENS

A rain garden is a landscaped area planted with wildflowers and other native vegetation that primarily absorbs rainwater from roofs. After a storm, it fills with a few inches of water and gradually filters into the ground instead of running off into a drain.

Rain gardens play a crucial role in increasing the amount of water that infiltrates the ground and recharges local aquifers. Stormwater runoff from developed areas often leads to flooding and carries pollutants from streets, parking lots, and even lawns. Therefore, incorporating a rain garden into our landscaping is an excellent way to contribute to environmental conservation.

Benefits

  • Helps protect communities from flooding and drainage problems.

  • Helps protect streams & lakes from pollutants carried by urban stormwater such as fertilizers, pesticides, oil and other fluids that leak from cars, numerous harmful substances that wash off roofs and other surfaces.

  • Provides a valuable habitat for birds, butterflies and insects.

  • A rain garden allows about 30% more water to soak into the ground.