Residential Native Gardens & Plants
Gardeners and landscape enthusiasts are choosing native plants for rain gardens and are turning to other native landscaping to manage stormwater, reduce maintenance, and promote plant and wildlife conservation.
Native plants are sustainable as they require minimal watering beyond normal rainfall and have developed their own defenses against many pests and diseases. However, native plants cannot defend themselves against pesticides which commonly kill both pests and beneficial insects.Reducing or eliminating pesticide use lets natural pest control take over and keeps garden toxins out of our creeks and watersheds.
The best place to locate a residential rain garden is usually near the house since the greatest amount of storm water on residential properties comes from the roof and the driveway. Rain gardens can be located near downspouts, next to the driveway or sidewalks, or out in the yard.
To learn how to install a rain garden at your home or to lean more about Missouri's native plants, click here.