Water Gardens
Pond planting ideas featuring aquatic and marginal plants.
Water gardens add sound, reflection and wildlife. Balance oxygenators, deep-water plants, marginals and bog planting so the pond stays clear and beautiful through the seasons.
Design tips
- Plan planting shelves at different depths for marginals and deep-water plants.
- Aim for roughly half the surface covered by foliage in summer to reduce algae.
- Include oxygenators and a few floating plants for clearer water.
- Keep fish stocking modest if you want planting and wildlife to thrive.
- Hide liners with overhanging marginals and natural stone edges.