Horticulture & Specialty Crops
Rain Garden Design Checklist
Use this checklist to design a rain garden. It covers site, soil, size, and plants so water soaks in as planned. Fill it in by hand and file it so you can compare notes year to year.
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What is on this checklist
- Site is away from foundations
- Water flow is mapped
- Soil drainage is checked
- Utility lines are located
- Garden shape and depth are planned
- Inlet and overflow are designed
- Plants suit wet and dry spells
- Mulch and care plan are set
How to use this checklist
Use one sheet per unit, pen or field. Date it, sign it, and file the finished copy so you can look back at what was found and fixed.
Where to check the details
This sheet is a general template, so confirm specifics with your own manuals, labels and local rules. For current official guidance, start with USDA NRCS and eXtension.
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