Rain Garden Network

Rain Garden Network

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Rain Garden Network is a small company started in 2003, located in Chicago, IL that is concerned that most people do not know enough about water issues, specifically non-point source pollution and how they, unknowingly, contribute to the problem. By making people aware of these issues we are confident individuals will make positive changes.


We hope to fill the gap that's left between policy-making and hands-on resources by developing resource options and creating applications to help you identify your situation, pick the right materials and make installation easy. 


Rain Garden Network offers simple, proven and inexpensive solutions to local stormwater issues for homeowners, municipalities and others. We support public education and outreach efforts through online training and downloadable materials. 

We hope you enjoy this course.

How To Build A Rain Garden - 10 Simple Steps

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Welcome

  • Rain Garden Network

Plan the Garden

  • "How To Build A Rain Garden - 10 Simple Steps"
  • Step 1: Choose A Location
  • Step 2a: Naturally Occurring Low Spot
  • Step 2b: Measure for the Drainage Area
  • Step 3: Create the design
  • Step 4: Choose your plants

Prepare the Garden

  • Step 5: Lay Out the Garden
  • Step 6: Dig the Garden
  • Step 7: Prepare the Soil

Start the Garden

  • Step 8: Plant Your Flowers and Grasses
  • Step 9: Mulch the Garden
  • Step 10: Water and Arrange Downspouts

Extra

  • Installation Day
  • Summer View
  • Winter View
  • Purple & Yellow Coneflower
  • Rain Garden Ponding
  • Rain Garden with a Rain Chain
  • Patio Installation
  • Downspout to Rock Bed
  • Rain Garden Along Roadways
  • Lewis & Clark Community College
  • Just Remember
  • And DON'T Do This!
  • Thank you!
  • Rain Garden Guides and Packets