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Natural Pond

Rain Gardens

Rain gardens are designed to capture and absorb stormwater runoff, helping to reduce flooding and erosion while improving water quality. By using deep-rooted native plants, these gardens naturally filter pollutants from rainwater before it reenters the groundwater system. In addition to their environmental benefits, rain gardens create a beautiful, low-maintenance landscape feature that supports biodiversity by attracting birds, butterflies, and beneficial insects. They are a sustainable solution to manage rainwater while enhancing the aesthetic and ecological value of your property.

Download a Builders's Guide

Helpful Resources

Water Gardens Presentation

Master Gardener presentation on types of water gardens.

Tips for Creating a Water Garden

Advice from PennState Extension

Water Gardens Fact Sheet

Information for Oklahoma State University Extension

Rain Gardens for Nashville

Resource Guide

List of TN Native Rain Garden Plants

Recommendations of Rain Garden Plants

Rain Garden Installation

Video from New Hampshire Dept. Environmental Services

Rain Gardens Management 

Video from PennState Extension

How to Build a Rain Garden

Video from "This Old House" - Roger Cook

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