RainScapes Resources
The resources on this page provide information for the general public and landscape professionals.
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Top 6 Resources
Video Guides
Plant Lists
- Suggested Plants, Invasive Species & Plant Sales
Resources by RainScapes Projects
- Including Conservation Landscapes, Rain Barrels, Rain Gardens, etc.
Language Resources
- Amharic, Chinese, French, Korean and Spanish
Additional Resources

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Top 6 Resources
- First Steps (PDF, 545KB)
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Application Process (PDF, 1.16MB)
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How to Make a Planting Plan (PDF, 388kb)
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Rewards Rebate Amounts (PDF, 258KB)
- Choosing a Professional (PDF, 311KB)
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The above list of associations is posted on this site for informational purpose only. Montgomery County, Maryland does not endorse, recommend, or make representations regarding the individual vendors, products or services that may be obtained through these associations.
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- RainScapes Contractor List (PDF, 854KB)
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This above list contains the names of companies whose employees have taken a Rainscapes Contractors training class and is provided to you for informational purpose only. Montgomery County, Maryland does not endorse, recommend, or make representations regarding individual vendors, products or services. Therefore, inclusion in the above list does not constitute or imply the endorsement, recommendation, or approval by Montgomery County concerning the quality of products or services offered or provided by any company whose name appears on this site. Please check with your contractor for proof of appropriate licenses, such as professional registration and MHIC (if installing work).
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RainScapes training is not a certification program. Two new certification programs are now offered in the region: The National Green Infrastructure Certified Professional and the Chesapeake Bay Landscape Professional. Professionals attending RainScapes classes have been allowed to use them as continuing education credits for LACES (Landscape Architects), NGICP and CBLP.
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Video Guides
Facebook Live Videos and Links
- Facebook live with Ann English (4/16/2020)
- Facebook Live Plant List (PDF, 141 KB)
- Spring 2020 Native Plant Sale List (PDF, 250KB)
Plant Lists
Suggested Plant Lists
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Plants for Shady Gardens (PDF, 1016KB)
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Plants for Sunny Gardens (PDF, 1.19MB)
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Deer Resistant Plants (PDF, 1.06MB)
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Native Shrubs for Sunny and Shady Gardens (PDF, 1021KB)
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Plants That Work (PDF, 786KB)
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Plants for Pollinators (471KB)
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Deer-Resistant Sunny Sites (PDF, 465KB)
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Deer-Resistant Shady Sites (PDF, 342KB)
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Fern Gardens (PDF, 86KB)
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Plants for Native Plant Gardens in the Piedmont (PDF, 208KB)
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Natural Associations of Trees and Shrubs for the Piedmont (PDF, 295KB)
Invasive Plant Lists
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Terrestrial Invasive Plants of the Potomac River Watershed (PDF, 861KB)
- Invasives of Concern (PDF, 5.76MB)
Plant Sales
- Spring Plant Sale 2023 (PDF, 243KB)
Resources by RainScapes Projects
Canopy Trees
- Canopy trees are now covered under the new Tree Montgomery program
Conservation Landscapes
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Conservation Landscaping Requirements (PDF, 227KB)
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How To Do a Site Assessment (PDF, 1.61MB)
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Manual Chapter on Conservation Landscaping (PDF, 676KB)
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Planting Design Templates (.pdf, 4.27MB)
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Plant Spacing Guide (.pdf, 533KB)
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Plant Calculator and Blank Plant List (.xlsx, 39KB)
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Establishment Guide (.pdf, 582KB)
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RainScapes Suggested Plant List (PDF, 656KB)
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How to Make a Planting Plan (PDF, 388KB)
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Maintenance Plan Template (PDF, 238KB) - Gardens take maintenance. This simple organizer identifies when typical garden maintenance types need to occur.
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Green Stormwater Solutions for Congregations (PDF, 13.85MB)
Green Roofs
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Green Roofs Requirements (PDF, 484KB)
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Manual Chapter on Green Roofs (PDF, 334KB)
Pavement Removal
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Pavement Removal Requirements (PDF, 485KB)
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Manual Chapter on Pavement Removal (PDF, 475KB)
Permeable Pavement
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How To Do a Perc Test (PDF, 1.55MB)
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Permeable Pavement, Porous Concrete and other Permeable Pavements Requirements (PDF, 519KB)
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Manual Chapter on Permeable Pavement, Porous Concrete and other Permeable Pavements (PDF, 382KB)
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Guidance for Permeable Interlocking Paver Retrofits (PDF, 1.55MB) - Technical manual for professionals
Rain Barrels & Cisterns
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Rain Barrels (PDF, 484KB)
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Cisterns (PDF, 488KB)
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Manual Chapter on Rain Barrels and Cisterns (PDF, 661KB)
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Rain Barrel and Cistern Project Manual in Additional Languages
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Rain Barrel Workshop Presentation (PDF, 15.44MB) - Spring 2017
Rain Gardens
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Rain Garden Requirements (PDF, 385KB)
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Manual Chapter on Rain Gardens (PDF, 785KB)
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Rain Garden Establishment Guidance (PDF, 434KB)
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Plant Spacing Guide (.pdf, 533KB)
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Plant Calculator and Blank Plant List (.xlsx, 39KB)
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How To Do a Site Assessment (PDF, 1.61MB)
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Planting Design Templates for Rain Gardens (PDF, 4.07MB)
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How To Do a Perc Test (PDF, 1.55MB)
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How to Install a Rain Garden (Video)
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Planting Design for Bioretention and Rain Gardens (PDF, 1018KB)
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RainScapes Suggested Plant List (PDF, 656KB)
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How to Make a Planting Plan (PDF, 388KB)
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Maintenance Plan Template (PDF, 154KB) - Gardens take maintenance. This simple organizer identifies when typical garden maintenance types need to occur.
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Rain Gardens Technical Manual for Professionals (PDF, 4.26MB) This PDF works best with Google Chrome. If using Internet Explorer, please refresh the PDF if any errors occur.
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Green Stormwater Solutions for Congregations (PDF, 13.85MB)
Language Resources
English
- RainScapes Rewards Brochure (PDF, 1.78MB)
- Program Overview (PDF, 3.55KB)
Amharic
- RainScapes Rewards Brochure (PDF, 2.27MB)
- RainScapes Program Overview (PDF, 2.28MB)
- Rain Barrel and Cistern Project Manual (PDF, 5.86MB)
Chinese
- RainScapes Rewards Brochure (PDF, 1.98MB)
- RainScapes Program Overview (PDF, 4.11MB)
- Rain Barrel and Cistern Project Manual (PDF, 2.30MB)
French
- RainScapes Rewards Brochure (PDF, 1.76MB)
- RainScapes Program Overview (PDF, 3.32MB)
- Rain Barrel and Cistern Project Manual (PDF, 2.03MB)
Korean
- RainScapes Rewards Brochure (PDF, 1.88MB)
- RainScapes Program Overview (PDF, 3.34MB)
- Rain Barrel and Cistern Project Manual (PDF, 2.37MB)
Spanish
- RainScapes Rewards Brochure (PDF, 1.77MB)
- RainScapes Program Overview (PDF, 3.32MB)
- Rain Garden and Cistern Project Manual (PDF, 1.98MB)
Additional Resources
Congregations
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Congregations Booklet (PDF, 1.81MB)
- Congregations - How to Apply (PDF, 791KB)
- Green Stormwater Solutions for Congregations (PDF, 13.85MB)
RainScapes Gazettes
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Useful Links
- Assessing your Site: Residential Uses of LID (Low Impact Development)
- Get the latest information on the State Stormwater Management Program
- Vegetation in Stormwater Best Management Practices
- This document contains updated recommendations and requirments on the design, installation, and maintenance of vegetation in stormwater best management practices requiring permits in the State of Maryland.