The Rain Garden Native Plant Sale is Now open

The sale is brought to you by the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District in partnership with Agrecol Native Seed and Plant Nursery. 

We love plants at the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District, but we’re not a plant nursery! This native plant sale offers affordable plants that help keep excess rain out of our sewer system and protect Lake Michigan.

CLICK HERE TO ORDER NATIVE PLANTS

What is a Rain Garden?

Rain gardens help reduce water pollution by collecting rain mainly from roofs, driveways, or other hard surfaces, and absorbing the water into the ground naturally. They are typically planted with wildflowers or native plants that have deep roots, which help to soak up more water. They can be placed near downspouts on homes (although away from building foundations and sewer laterals), and offer many benefits.

What are the Benefits of Rain Gardens?

• Beautify your yard and neighborhood
• Help protect our streams and Lake Michigan from pollution by reducing stormwater runoff
• Reduce the risk of flooding and drainage problems
• Provide habitat for pollinators and birds

Upcoming Workshops and Webinars:

• Saturday March 7th, 2026 10-11:30 AM Rain Garden Native Plant Workshop Villard Square Library Register Here
• Saturday March 21th, 2026 10-11:30 AM Rain Garden Native Plant Workshop Mitchell Street Library Register Here

Recorded Webinars with Melinda Myers:

• How to Select Rain Garden Plants -Watch Recording
• Rain Garden Q & A -Watch Recording
• Reinvigorate Your Rain Garden -Watch Recording 
• Seven Steps to Managing Water on Your Property -Watch Recording
• Fall Landscape Planting and Care -Watch Recording

Rain Garden Resources

Information and resources