Quiet beauty October 10, 2022 9:30 AM | Tulane Today Staff today@tulane.edu View PDF The Native Garden on the Academic Quad is one of the many beautiful gardens on campus. The garden is designed as a natural stormwater runoff system to capture and slowly release rainwater into a standard drainage system. (Photo by Rusty Costanza) A bald cypress, one of a multitude of native plants and trees enhancing the Native Garden, is watered in the early morning. (Photo by Rusty Costanza) Black-eyed Susans are in full bloom in the Native Garden and all across campus. (Photo by Rusty Costanza) Other Related Articles Tulane grad inspired to continue work supporting underserved small business owners Cowen Institute awarded grant to create the New Orleans College & Career Attainment Network Tulane National Primate Research Center breaks ground on new office building Interim dean selected for School of Professional Advancement Tulane partner, Aramark, brings new chapter and options to campus dining experience