Enhance Your Water Feature's Appeal: 5 Stylish Aquatic Plants to Replace Ordinary Fountain Decorations

In the realm of gardening, water features have become a popular choice for homeowners seeking to add a touch of tranquility and natural beauty to their outdoor spaces. Here's a roundup of some of the most captivating aquatic plants and fountains that can transform a garden into a serene oasis.

Water lilies, with their grandeur, are undoubtedly the natural attention-grabbers of the aquatic world. They burst forth three feet above the water, offering a daily flower show that is a delight to the senses. Planting a water lotus can provide a spectacle that lasts through winter with seed pods.

The water hyacinth, a popular water plant found in many stylish gardens, is a "floating dynamo" as described by outdoor design expert Andy Wu. A single clump can cover 20 square feet in just two months, providing natural motion and long-lasting blooms. The Purple Water Hyacinth from Crocus is recommended for quickly dressing a water feature in green.

For those seeking plants that offer vertical drama for the edges of ponds, the cardinal flower is an excellent choice. Not only does it provide a vibrant display, but it also attracts wildlife activity that other flora cannot. The 'Queen Victoria' Cardinal Flower from Crocus is particularly recommended for those seeking plants for a wildlife garden.

Sweet flag is a grass-like aquatic plant that not only adds delicate detailing to water gardens but also helps condition the water to hardscape transitions better than with rock alone. The Acorus Gramineus Ogon Aquatic Pond Plant from Plants For All Seasons is another excellent choice for those who want feathered grass fanning out over their water feature and increasing their water garden's privacy.

When it comes to fountains, the Solana Fountain from Cox & Cox is a beautiful accessory for an empty garden corner, while the Seiler Weather-Resistant Accent Fountain with Light from Williston Forge boasts a cement finish.

For those who are environmentally conscious, the three most popular manufacturers of aquarium plants frequently used in German gardens are Tropica (a Danish company known for high-quality aquatic plants), H2O-Pflanze (a German supplier specializing in water plants for ponds and aquariums), and generally suppliers featured at major aquarium trade fairs like Interzoo, emphasizing sustainable and high-quality products.

Mrs Richmond Water Lilies from Plants For All Seasons are recommended for water gardens, while the Mini Lotus Seeds from Melissa Jade Gifts can be used to gift a touch of zen foliage to a water garden.

Experienced designers infuse depth in water gardens by using floating, emergent, and marginal plants. In fountains with a more aggressive flow, it's best to position plants around the waterfall to keep them from being submerged or damaged.

In conclusion, whether you're looking to create a vibrant and wildlife-friendly water garden or a serene and stylish fountain feature, there's a plethora of options available to suit your needs. Happy gardening!

Enhance Your Water Feature's Appeal: 5 Stylish Aquatic Plants to Replace Ordinary Fountain Decorations