Indiana
Native plants in Bloomington
280 plants native to this area with Sow catalog pages.
202 of them need no watering beyond Bloomington’s own rainfall
Yard rebates in Bloomington
2 programs from the city, the county or local utilities pay residents for yard projects. 1 ask for a plan or plant list before they approve a project.
- Seasonal
City of Bloomington Tree Assistance Program
City of Bloomington Urban Forestry
Income-scaled: 100%, 80% or 60% of cost. Removal/mitigation max $2,500 / $2,000 / $1,500; planting max $450 / $360 / $270 (by income tier)
Up to $2,500 per household
- Status not postedPlan required
CBU Residential Stormwater Grant Program
City of Bloomington Utilities (CBU)
Grant funds the stormwater-related portion of the project; 2023 awards ranged $1,500 to $11,000 (2024 range not published)
Showing 280 plants
Trees61
Canopy and structure
Shrubs38
Backbone planting
Grasses26
Movement and texture
Perennials155
Seasonal colour
Vines11
Verticals and screens
Ferns13
Shade and damp
Succulents1
Dry and architectural
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