WEST CHICAGO RAIN GARDEN, SUMMER 2023
Deck view of the colorful rain garden adjacent to and sweeping around an existing maple tree. Prior to the rain garden installation, there were areas of standing water on the lawn and a failed drywell. Learn about the benefits of a rain garden here: Treating water as a precious resource, not a waste product.
Homeowner’s photos shown here.
BEFORE
View of rain garden toward house and deck.
Closeup of rain garden midsummer toward maple tree. Installation by Rent A Gardener together with Good-Natured Landscapes’ installation service.
This rain garden infiltrates a large amount of run-off from corner downspout and sump pump. Photo here is before planting and after a heavy rain fall.