64 Plant Rain Garden
For medium soils in full sun. Specially designed to manage water runoff, Rain gardens use native plants to reduce the flooding and pollution that occur when excess stormwater overwhelms our water management systems. Instead of allowing it to flow into storm drains …
| Size | 14' x 7.5' |
|---|---|
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam |
| Soil Moisture | Medium, Moist |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun |
| Garden Size | 64 Plants |
| Height | 1' - 6' |
| Zones | 4, 5, 6, 7 |
Specially designed to manage water runoff, Rain gardens use native plants to reduce the flooding and pollution that occur when excess stormwater overwhelms our water management systems. Instead of allowing it to flow into storm drains, the rainwater from your rooftop or other flat surfaces can be absorbed by the rain garden. Rain gardens are excellent for attracting birds and butterflies, too. Our 64 Plant Rain Garden is designed to handle the water runoff from a 300 - 400 square foot roof, or other area. Layout and instructions are included.
- For medium soils in full sun.
- Planting design & instructions are included.
- You save 27% off the cost of plants priced individually.
- 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.