Pond and marsh plants are ideal for adding colour, structure and visual interest to ponds, streams, bog gardens and other wetland areas. They include marginal plants, which grow in shallow water or damp soil around the pond edge, as well as oxygenating plants, which grow below the surface and help support a healthy aquatic environment.
At Naturescape, we supply a wide range of native and wildlife-friendly plants suitable for different pond styles, from formal garden ponds and naturalistic water features to small container ponds and larger wildlife ponds. Choose brightly coloured marginal flowers such as marsh marigold and creeping jenny, or add elegant waterside colour with flowering rush. Water irises and other tall marginal species can add height, while Giant Reedmace provides valuable cover for insects, amphibians and birds.
When selecting pond plants, check the recommended water depth for each species. Some plants prefer permanently wet soil around the pond edge, while others grow in shallow water or deeper areas. Planting a mixture of marginal, floating and oxygenating species can create a more varied habitat for native wildlife, including pollinating insects, frogs, newts and aquatic invertebrates.
As specialist online suppliers of native plants, we offer pond and marsh plants suitable for a wide range of UK gardens and wetland habitats. Browse our collection to find plants that can help create a healthier, more attractive and wildlife-friendly pond.