The Best Water Garden Plants

Just like icing on a cake, choosing the right water plants to your water garden adds natural beauty.  Water plants also help with the ecological balance of your pond for healthy fish.
Based on your water garden setting and effect you would like choose plants based on their mature height, spread  and sunlight.
While most home pond keepers tend to focus on aesthetics be aware of the important role natural plants play in the healthy ecosystem right in your own backyard.
Choosing the right plants mean less toxic and expensive chemicals.  Also less reliance on expensive mechanical filters.
Here are the primary natural benefits of selecting the right mix of aquatic plants:
·         Oxygenation and filtration plants
·         Cool season plants
·         Warm season plants
·         Floating, submerged and shallow water plants
One of the biggest and immediate benefits is the control of algae.  Once you find the right natural mix of plants that win that important battle you are on your way to enjoying your backyard water garden - with natural solutions and less reliance on manmade chemicals.
Be sure to check out this terrific article on natural solutions to creating a healthy pond environment.
Once you have the "water biology basics" down you are ready to move on to the fun part, selecting the right plants that matches your pond's location and specific needs for your look and feel.
If you are an experienced flower gardener you already know the basics.  Choose plants that match your growing zone. Pay attention to height and location in your pond. Lastly, strive for color throughout the growing season.

Enjoy this wonderful resource in planning out your healthy and beautiful looking water garden all season long. 

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