Our team plans every step, from design to planting. If you’re working on a large landscape or adding to an existing home garden, we shape swales and gardens that fit the space and flow of water. The result is a yard that handles wet weather better and uses it to its advantage
Benefits of Rain Gardens & Swales
Portland, Oregon, sees its fair share of rain throughout the year. These smart systems help manage all that water and still make room for beauty.
- Better Drainage Without the Concrete: Rain gardens and swales slow down and soak up water. That means fewer puddles and less runoff into storm drains.
- Boosts Soil and Plant Health: By filtering water naturally, these features improve soil and give your plants what they need. Healthy roots mean happier drought-tolerant plants and native plants.
- Low Upkeep Once Established: With low-maintenance outdoor plants, you won’t spend weekends chasing weeds or watering nonstop. These gardens thrive with little help.
- More Biodiversity in Your Yard: Pollinators love edible plants and flowering plants. Rain gardens provide them with shelter and food.
Our Services
Rain management can be smart and good-looking. We create setups that work with your yard and add a touch of natural style.
- Custom Rain Garden Design: Our landscape designers assess slope, soil, and flow to build a smart garden layout. These landscape plans set up your garden for success.
- Swale Shaping and Grading: We carve gentle slopes to guide water through your yard. Swales are functional and can integrate right into your landscape.
- Plant Selection and Planting: We’ll help pick and plant the right mix of flowering plants, native plants, and edible plants. These fill your garden with color, texture, and resilience.
- Ongoing Support: We’ve got you covered if you need seasonal updates or tweaks. Keeping things looking sharp and running smoothly is our goal.
Why Choose Us?
We Know Rain Gardens & Swales Inside and Out
We Design for the Whole Yard
We Keep Things Low Stress
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I put a rain garden in a small yard?
- Yes, we scale the garden to fit your space. Even a compact setup can help with drainage and support plants.
- Will a swale ruin my lawn?
- No, we shape it gently so it fits your landscape. It can even meld into your lawn design.
- Are these gardens hard to maintain?
- Once planted, they’re mostly hands-off. To keep things simple, we use hardy, low-maintenance outdoor plants.
- Can I grow food in a rain garden?
- Depending on how wet the soil stays, some spots may work well for edible plants. We’ll help you decide what to plant and where.
Let the Rain Work for You
Rain gardens and swales give water a purpose in your yard. With the right shape, slope, and plants, your outdoor space handles stormwater better and looks better, too. These features help create a more balanced and usable yard, even in the wettest Portland months.
Contact Apogee Landscapes for rain gardens and swales in Portland, OR. We provide smart solutions designed by expert landscape designers using thoughtful landscape plans and a strong mix of native plants, edible plants, and flowering plants. Let us turn rain into something your yard can use.