A Rain Dance: Gardening with Rain – Water-Wise Wisdom for Thriving Gardens

At a Rain Dance, our mission is simple: to guide you in gardening with rain and water-wise practices, empowering you to create beautiful and resilient gardens that thrive even in water-scarce environments. We believe that gardening sustainably with water is essential and that by understanding water-wise techniques, we can cultivate thriving gardens while conserving this precious resource. Whether you’re interested in rainwater harvesting, drought-tolerant plants, efficient irrigation methods, or xeriscaping, a Rain Dance will guide you through the “why” of water-wise gardening and the “how-to” create a beautiful and sustainable garden that celebrates rain.

Our Story

A Rain Dance was created by Rain Davies and Alexandria Lopez, two passionate gardeners who believe in the importance of water conservation and sustainable gardening practices. Their years of experience gardening in water-limited regions, combined with a belief that gardens can thrive even with less water, led them to create a Rain Dance as a resource for gardeners seeking to garden sustainably and water-wisely.

Rain brings his expertise in drought-tolerant gardening and a focus on rainwater harvesting and efficient irrigation to a Rain Dance, while Alexandria infuses her passion for water conservation and a belief in the beauty of native and drought-resistant plants into every garden design and plant profile. Together, they’ve explored water-wise gardening techniques and plant selections from around the world (from Mediterranean gardens to desert landscapes) to curate a collection of resources and inspiration that embodies the essence of gardening with rain.

Why we started A Rain Dance

Unlike many gardening websites that may focus on water-intensive gardening practices, A Rain Dance is dedicated to water-wise and sustainable gardening methods. Yes, you’ll find resources for successful gardening and plant profiles, but you’ll also delve into the why behind water conservation in gardening and its importance for environmental sustainability. Why is water-wise gardening crucial? How does rainwater harvesting benefit your garden and the environment? When are drought-tolerant plants the best choice? And how can adopting water-wise practices contribute to a more sustainable lifestyle and beautiful garden? By exploring these elements, you’ll unlock the secrets to gardening with rain and water-wise wisdom with a Rain Dance.

We celebrate the beauty of sustainability, water conservation, and resilient gardens. a Rain Dance isn’t just about growing plants; it’s about gardening responsibly, conserving water, and creating beautiful gardens that thrive in harmony with the natural rhythms of rain and drought. That’s why a Rain Dance encourages you to embrace water-wise methods, celebrate the beauty of drought-tolerant plants, and above all, enjoy the journey of gardening sustainably and water-wisely with rain.

Alexandria Lopez – Cofounder

Newark, NJ

Rain Davies – Cofounder

San Francisco, CA

Louis Valerio – Editor in Chief

San Francisco, CA

Laurel krikman – Senior content Officer

Concord, NH

Ryan Smith – VP, Engineering

Atlanta, GA

Harper Monroe – Lifestyle Editor

Miami, FL

Page Wang – Staff Writer

Manhattan, NY

Sophie Chen – Editorial Assistant

Denver, CO

Noah Kim – Editorial Assistant

Austin, TX

Ava Reynolds – Staff Photographer

Tucson, AZ