Invasive Species in the Rouge
Friends of the Rouge promotes collaborative efforts across the 48 Rouge communities to improve habitat quality. Part of that effort includes responsible management of invasive... Read More →
DIY Rain Garden Guidance
Below you’ll find two step-by-step design manuals for Michigan Rain Gardens. Each takes a different approach. Pick the one that best serves your needs. Look... Read More →
Plants for Rain Gardens
Friends of the Rouge recommends native species for rain gardens and ornamental landscapes. Native plants tend to perform best in rain gardens, and have been... Read More →
Find Rain Garden Pros & Suppliers
Friends of the Rouge provides these lists of local rain garden service providers to help reduce barriers for residents. Friends of the Rouge does not... Read More →
Take the RainSmart Challenge!
Raining? Grab Your Umbrella, Get Outside, and Get RainSmart! Are you the kind of person who loves adventure, getting outside and playing in the rain?... Read More →
RainSmart Bonus Challenges!
You look smart… RainSmart! And you’ve come back for more? You really do love adventure, getting outside, and playing in the rain! Complete any one... Read More →
Marketing for Nursery/Landscape Businesses
Does your business sell plants to the public, or design and/or install residential landscapes? Do your business practices support clean water in southeast Michigan? If... Read More →
Hulsing Elementary School Rain Garden Planting
Date: Saturday, 9/29/2018 Time: 9 a.m. to noon Location: Hulsing Elementary School, 8055 Fleet St, Canton MI Join Hulsing Elementary School and Friends of the... Read More →
Take Action—Invasive Plants
Press the images below to find out how to take action! Plant Habitat! Plant habitat by adding more diversity to your home landscape! In addition... Read More →