Frequently Asked Questions about Rain Gardens
Tuesday, January 21st, 2014
How is a rain garden different from any other garden?
The main difference is that they’re created in man-made or natural depressions, rather than being flat or mounded on the surface. Their purpose is to create a space where stormwater runoff pools temporarily, preventing polluted water from entering our streams and creeks. Deep-rooted native prairie plants, especially those that thrive in moist or wet soils, are often used and sometimes soil amendment is added.
