128 Plant Rain Garden
For medium soils in full sun. Retain the rain with native plants and create habitat at the same time. Instead of allowing rainwater to flow into storm drains to increase flooding and municipal overflow, a rain garden captures water runoff from solid surfaces before it …
Size | 18' x 12' |
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Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil Moisture | Medium, Moist |
Sun Exposure | Full Sun |
Garden Size | 128 Plants |
Height | 1' - 6' |
Zones | 4, 5, 6, 7 |
Retain the rain with native plants and create habitat at the same time. Instead of allowing rainwater to flow into storm drains to increase flooding and municipal overflow, a rain garden captures water runoff from solid surfaces before it reaches the water system. The garden's roots filter and absorb excess water. Rain garden plants are excellent for attracting birds and butterflies, as well. Our 128 Plant Rain Garden is designed to handle the rooftop water run off for 500 - 700 square foot roof area. Layout and instructions are included.
- For medium soils in full sun
- Includes planting layout & instructions.
- You save 30% on the cost of plants with this garden.
- All plants are in 3” pots (2.6"W x 3.5"D)
Locating and Preparing the Rain Garden Site
Rain gardens should be installed at least 10 feet away from the foundation of your house or building, and in-line with a down-spout and/or slight downslope to intercept the rooftop and runoff water. Rain gardens should be planted in full sun. Some shade is OK, but the garden itself should be situated beyond the tree drip-line (not beneath a tree). To function properly, a rain garden which is situated on a flat or gently sloping area of the yard should be between four and eight inches deep at the center. In general, clay soils need the most depth, and very dry sandy (fast draining) soils need less depth. A rain garden which is more than eight inches deep might pond the water for too long. Rain gardens that are situated on steeper slopes will require more digging to level the garden area, so it makes sense to situate a rain garden on a level or slightly sloped area, if at all possible.
This rain garden and the plants it contains will thrive in conditions of periodic water infiltrations as well as in dry periods.