Raingardens & Native Plants

Learn how, when, and where to plant and manage raingardens and native plants

Native Plant Information

• LGROW Native Plant List (Excel)

• University of Michigan - online herbarium and botanical info

• Michigan Natural Features Inventory - rare plants and plant communities

• Wild Ones - national native plant education and grants

• Wild Ones River City Chapter local native plant education and grants

• Wildflower Association of Michigan - native plant education and grants

• Hidden Savanna Plant Information Database - local native plant nursery and searchable plant info

• Michigan State University - native plant search tool

• Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation: Native Plants for Pollinators - Great Lakes

• Kent Conservation District - Invasive Species Strike Team

• Invasive Species Disposal Guide

  Native Plant Sales and Services

• Native Plant Guild - listing of local native plant specialists and service providers

• Kent Conservation District - invasive species treatments, native plant and tree sale

• Ottawa Conservation District - native plant and tree sale

• Barry Conservation District - tree sale

How to Begin Your Raingarden

Step I - Connect with Watershed partners

1. Identify your watershed using the Find my Watershed Tool

2. Explore LGROW’s resources to learn more

Step II - Design and install practices

1. Select site suitable practices for your property to reduce or capture stormwater runoff

2. Create a design

3. Contact a local nursery, conservation district, or native plant specialist if you need help

Step III - maintain and enjoy!

1. Develop maintenance plan

2. Conduct maintenance according to your maintenance plan

3. Work with LGROW to promote your practice and share your story!