Rain Gardens

The Rain Garden Native Plant Sale is Now Closed

Usually in February of each year we open our pre-order online sale with an in-person pick up in June. We offer dozens of hardy native wildflowers and grasses to take the guesswork out of what to buy for a beautiful rain garden. Rain gardens can help reduce the risk of sewer overflows and water pollution by naturally absorbing stormwater runoff from hard surfaces into the ground.

If you placed an order already, expect an email with the pick-up details closer to the June 7th pick-up date.

For more garden/native plant sales: https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/endangeredresources/nativeplants

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:

Thursday February 19th, 2026 6:30 PM Webinar How to Select Rain Garden Plants with Melinda Myers Register Here
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: