Native Rain Garden

From soggy and unusable to beautiful and beneficial

This backyard transformation replaced a waterlogged lawn with a native plant rain garden designed to handle stormwater runoff. Using deep-rooted plants, amended soil, and strategic grading, we created a low-maintenance landscape feature that absorbs excess water, reduces flooding, and supports local wildlife — without the need for a traditional drain.

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Rain Garden with Native Plants

In Houston, nearly every yard has a soggy spot — a low-lying area that floods during storms and stays muddy for days. While most landscapers rush to install drains, we took a different approach.

For this client, we designed and installed a native plant rain garden: a sunken bed filled with water-loving plants and amended soil that filters runoff and helps recharge the water table. We also added a natural-looking stone path to keep feet dry while accessing the back fence. Now, what was once a muddy problem area is a thriving, low-maintenance habitat for pollinators — and a beautiful part of the landscape.

Why Choose Flourish for Your Texas Native Garden Project?

At Flourish, we believe gardening should be empowering — not overwhelming. Whether you're starting from scratch or reimagining existing beds, we meet you where you are and help you grow from there.

✅ Personalized Coaching – We don’t just design gardens — we teach you how to tend them. Our step-by-step coaching builds your skills, confidence, and long-term success.

✅ Professional Installation – Our installation partners use the best materials and decades of experience to ensure that every garden project goes in without a hitch.

✅ Real Results, Built by You – Many of our clients build their gardens themselves, with guidance at every key decision. That means you stay hands-on, save money, and truly own your space.

✅ Houston-Savvy Support – With deep knowledge of Gulf Coast soils, weather, and plants, we help you make smart choices that thrive in your specific conditions.

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Featured Plants

  • Swamp Sunflower

  • Aquatic Milkweed

  • Wooley Rose Mallow (Hibiscus moshceutos ssp. lasiocarpos))

  • Cherokee Sedge

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