Drainage is extremely important when it comes to landscaping. Without proper water run off solutions your yard will be a wet, mushy mess after it rains. In addition to installing dry wells, gutter drains, or French drains, there are a variety of natural landscaping options that can help keep your yard dry. Add more plants. Plants, bushes, trees…they all need lots of water, which can help reduce the amount of run off in your yard. Strategically place plants in areas that recei