Collection: Rain Garden

With a changing climate comes heavier storm events. More homes are affected each year by flooding, overloaded drainage systems, and standing water. We use natural solutions such as deep-rooted native plantings, dry river beds, rain gardens, and bioswales to mitigate water issues by controlling flow and improving infiltration into the ground.

Our Rain Garden Collection offers a variety of native plants carefully selected to thrive in the unique conditions of a rain garden. These plants are not only beautiful but also functional, working hard to absorb runoff, filter pollutants, and support pollinators. Whether you're looking to manage stormwater or simply enhance the natural beauty of your landscape, this collection provides the perfect mix of hardy species designed for sustainability and resilience.

Choosing the Right Plants for Your Rain Garden

When selecting plants for your rain garden, it’s important to understand the specific conditions of your site. Rain gardens vary in how long they retain water, which can significantly affect the plants that will thrive; Longer-lasting wet conditions require water-tolerant species that can handle periods of saturation. Rarely flooded or quickly draining sites are better suited for plants that prefer medium/well draining soil and can adapt to occasional flooding. Knowing the unique characteristics of your rain garden will help ensure the health and longevity of your native plants.

Rain Garden Planting Tips

When designing your rain garden, it's important to plan for the different moisture levels within the space. The center of your rain garden will typically be the lowest point, where water collects and remains wet the longest after a rainfall. The outer edges, or borders, drain more quickly and tend to stay drier.

Center Plants: Choose species that thrive in wet conditions, such as Iris virginica - Southern Blue Flag and Carex stricta - Tussock Sedge, as these areas will experience longer periods of saturation.

Border Plants: Opt for plants that prefer moderately moist to well drained soil, like Allium cernuum - Nodding Onion, Monarda fistulosa - Beebalm, and Penstemon hirsutus - Hairy Beardtongue.

By matching the right plants to the moisture levels within your rain garden, you'll create a thriving ecosystem that maximizes both beauty and function.