Bog plants: King Tut Papyrus This Papyrus has quickly become one of our our favorite pond plants. It is such a nice combination of the giant papyrus and dwarf papyrus . It looks like the Giant but only gets about 36″- 40 tall. Large heads of pendulous leaves; greenish flower spikelets can measure 1′ across. This aquatic plant is very heat Continue Reading
Bog Plants: Hibiscus Water Hibiscus add a touch of the exotics to your water garden with the Red Night Blooming Hibiscus. This hardy perimeter pond plant features jagged, maroon leaves and creates a stunning contrast to the light and dark green leaves or colored blooms of your other pond plants. Its most beautiful feature, however, are its deep red flowers, which Continue Reading
Bog Plants: Lizard’s Tail Lizard’s Tail is a hardy perennial with bright green heart-shaped foliage which is accented with 4″ – 6″ long spikes of white flowers blooming with a citrus-like aroma from June to September. After blooming, they give-way to small green fruits that appear to look like a lizard’s tail. Shade tolerant and very fragrant, Lizard’s Tail is easy Continue Reading
Water Canna is an exotic looking plant, commonly only showcasing three or four leaf structures per stalk. The plant grows in excess of three feet tall and is relatively easy to maintain, as it is a fairly hardy plant. Leaf color can range from full green to green with pink vein structures. Call (818) 353-5131 [...]
The Water Clover is similar to any other soil-based clover plant. Bearing four leaves per stem, the Water Clover thrives submerged in water and rests just above the surface. Leaf shapes can vary, but the general structure of the plant remains the same. Call (818) 353-5131 for availability!
Arrowhead plants are the best way to make your pond look like a lush and tropical paradise. Perfect for any pond, Arrowheads grow in very shallow water and are not aggressive against other plants that might be thriving alongside it. Arrowheads also have small, attractive flowers that can bloom all summer long. The shape and [...]
The Golden Button, or Tansy plant, is native to parts of Europe and Asia and are characterized by their distinctly round pads of flowers. Golden Buttons should be used in moderation if critters or other animals circulate your pond, as they are known to be toxic if ingested in large quantities.
Cattails, like waterlillys are the most classic and well known components of a fresh water eco-system. Dating back over 30,000 years, Cattails have thrived and continue to thrive in Europe and North America. Their roots help to prevent erosion and need little care or maintenance to produce results. Over time, cattail heads will disintegrate into [...]
Algae Eaters: Apple Snail Apple snails are great algae eaters but be aware that they will start to eat your aquatic plants if they run out of algae to eat. It is recommended to limit the number of snails you choose to have call your pond their home. As the name implies this snail can get very large. The size Continue Reading
