Town Hall Rain Garden

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Benefits of a Rain Garden:

Captures rain water
Reduces stormwater pollution
Attractive landscaping
Natural habitat for birds and butterflies
Recharges the ground water
The Town of LaGrange Conservation Advisory Council planted their garden in June 2007 as a representation of how a Rain Garden can enhance your property while helping the environment.

Location Location Location!

Your garden should:
Be flat or slightly sloped
Be away from septic system, well, water supply or areas of standing water
Be at least 10 feet from your house
Be placed in full sun or partial shade
How Big? Consider – size of drainage area, type of soil, depth of garden

Some tips

Try to use native plants, they can handle our weather conditions better than most plants
Choose plants that can handle moist & dry conditions
Don’t forget to plant on your berms to retain the soil
Use natural mulch (not dyed) to retain moisture, discourage weeds and help filter pollutants
Monitor your rain garden to make sure it is functioning properly
Consider placing an overflow pipe for heavy rainfalls
Most are between 150 – 300 square feet

Sun loving rain garden plants used in the 10' x 13' bed

A – Miscanthus sinensis ‘Gracillimus’ Maiden Grass
B – Myrica Pennsylvania Bayberry
C – Ilex vert. ‘Southern Gentleman’ Winterberry
D – Echinacea purpurea ‘ Rubinstern’
E – Clethra Alnifolia ‘ Hummingbird’
F – Liatris spicata ‘Floristan’
G – Anemone x hybrida ‘September Charm’
H – Monarda didyma ‘Petite Delight’
I – Sedum spectabile ‘Autumn Joy’ (‘Herbstfreude’)
J – Pennisetum alopecuroides ‘Little Bunny’
K – Aster novae angliae ‘ Purple Dome’