Rain Gardens

Rain Garden
A rain garden is a shallow depression that is planted with deep-rooted native plants and grasses. The garden should be positioned near a runoff source like a downspout, driveway or sump pump to capture rainwater runoff and stop the water from reaching the sewer system.

To learn more about rain gardens, click on the links below:

Groveport Rain Garden Initiative Video
(Video is approximately 7 minutes)

Rain Garden Slide Presentation