Resources for Rain Gardens
What is a Rain Garden?
A rain garden is a landscaped, shallow depression planted with native plants that captures, temporarily holds, and filters stormwater back into the ground, preventing it from running off and ultimately reaching nearby streams, rivers, and ponds.
Helpful guide published here in Northeast Ohio. Hard copies available at our office - stop in & pick one up!
Don't live in Lorain County? No problem! Become a certified Master Rain Gardener in northeast Ohio
This Excel spreadsheet can help you plan your rain garden according to season, color, height, and more!
Instructional video that can help you decide if a rain garden is right for you, the many styles of rain gardens, & how to construct one.
What you need to know when planning a rain garden.
Time to go from dreaming to action! Choosing the site, shape, plants, and more.
Located in western PA, this site is packed with good information applicable here in Ohio.
National Wildlife Federation can certify your yard/property as a Backyard Wildlife Habitat. Learn how!
Though this is from Wisconsin, this useful guide is packed with info to help you build the perfect rain garden for your site.
A great site recommended by educator Ms. Platt & her resourceful students!