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How to Create a Rain Garden

A rain garden planted with blue salvia and other flowers in a bed of mulch.

Last updated September 7, 2023

A rain garden filled with wildflowers and native plants adds more than beauty to your home. It's an attractive and environmentally-friendly way to catch stormwater that runs off roofs, driveways and other surfaces. A rain garden also creates a welcome habitat for birds, butterflies and other creatures. Get steps on how to create a rain garden and planting ideas below.

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Difficulty:

Beginner

Duration:

2-4 hours

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Table of Contents

  1. Choose Location

  2. Test Soil & Prep

  3. Dig Rain Garden, Inlet & Overflow Area

  4. Plant

  5. Rain Garden Plant Ideas

  6. Care & Maintenance Tips