Iowa
Native plants in Des Moines
103 plants native to this area with Sow catalog pages.
20 of them need no watering beyond Des Moines’s own rainfall
Yard rebates in Des Moines
2 programs from the city, the county or local utilities pay residents for yard projects. 2 ask for a plan or plant list before they approve a project.
- OpenPlan required
Des Moines Stormwater BMP Subsidy Program
City of Des Moines Public Works (Clean Water Program)
Reimburses 50% of reasonable materials and labor, up to $2,000 per property
Up to $2,000 per household
- Status not postedPlan required
Polk SWCD Easter Lake Watershed Cost Share
Polk Soil and Water Conservation District
Percentage not confirmed on page (Iowa State hub says up to 75%)
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Trees19
Canopy and structure
Shrubs11
Backbone planting
Grasses9
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Perennials64
Seasonal colour
Vines4
Verticals and screens
Ferns2
Shade and damp
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