Best Flowers to Plant Around Ponds

Ponds are such a beautiful feature in any garden, and not only do they look good, but they provide essential habitat to many insects and small animals. Ponds do not have to be high maintenance to look good and work well as long as you know a few tricks, and flowers are definitely one of them.

From exotic looks to oxygenating magic powers, let us take a look at some of the best flowers you can plant around your pond.

What Type of Pond Plant Are You Looking For?

Whether you are looking for flowers to frame the edge of your pond or those which will nestle deep in the water, there are plenty to choose from. First, however, it is important to determine what style you are thinking of to have the best chance at preparing the ideal conditions to thrive in.

• Deepwater plants should be planted at the pond’s bottom or sunk to the bottom after potting. 
• Floating plants are happy floating! They get their nutrition from the water. 
• Marginal plants can be rooted in water, but they do not have to be, which makes a great versatile choice.  

Water Lilies 

Starting with the ultimate pond flower favourite, there is just something magical about waterlilies that seldom other plants can achieve. Not only do they provide a beautiful, large blooming flower, but the leaves also provide a much sought out platform for important wildlife such as frogs!

Water lilies are deep water plants and are often suited to those with larger ponds. That being said, you can get miniature versions if you are a little tight on space. 

Forget-me-nots 

This sweet little flower can be found in many damp habitats and offers a soft pop of colour within a dainty body. Forget-me-nots are often a pale shade of sky blue with a gentle yellow centre in a classic flower shape. They grow in bunches too, giving you that enchanted woodland ambience.

These could be classed as a marginal plant, as you will be able to plant them very close to your pond or even in it around the edges. 

Marigolds 

This staple British flower thrives under many conditions. However, when looking at planting around a pond, a marsh marigold might be the better choice.
Not only do they look charming in the water, but their blooms are rich in nectar and pollen, which is vital for wildlife to do its thing.

To learn more about creating a perfect pond environment for wildlife to thrive, visit a reputable pond centre for more information. 

Iris  

The striking iris certainly catches your eye, which can only be a good thing if you are walking towards a pond. This versatile flower comes in a variety of colours, which will not only offer an interesting display but gives you some leeway in styling your pond, too, if you have a particular look or theme in mind.


Due to its height, it is also great at keeping predators away, which is good news if you have goldfish swimming around!