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The large-leafed Taro is a native to Asia and is a great resource for shade, given its significant size.           Stems of the Taro plant produce and deep purple color, creating a dynamic contrast between its rich green leaves. Call (818) 353-5131 for availability!

Ribbon Grass acts as a great space-filler for a water garden in-progress or one that simply needs added texture. Care should be given when introducing Ribbon Grass into a water garden, as it can grow up to three to four feet in height and is known to be invasive to a given area.     [...]

Micro Sword plants are native to New Zealand and look similar to tall or long grass, but on a much smaller scale. Micro Sword is commonly used in aquariums as well as water gardens and can add unique color and texture to a pond, provided they receive plenty of sunlight. Call (818) 353-5131 for availability!

No, not those other Cuban bananas- these plantains are not fruit at all, but are a welcome addition to any water garden. Purple Plantains may have tiny or non-existent flowers, but they also have a unique leaf structure that bloom purple or red after receiving healthy amounts of sunlight. Call (818) 353-5131 for availability!

No doubt getting its name from its feathery display, Parrot’s Feather have distinctly submersed leaves to go alongside with its leaves that are in full display, a trait unique to this plant. Parrot’s Feather is native to the Amazon, but is used widely and to popular effect in many aquariums and water gardens around the [...]

Pennywort is a common semi-aquatic plant that can be found around ponds and rivers the world over. Leaves are normally round in shape with the occasional small cluster of flowers. Pennywort is quite versatile and, like the lotus, can grow outside a water source, or submerged within it. Call (818) 353-5131 for availability!

Zebra Grass is conspicuously noted for its showy green and white horizontal bands that stretch across the expanse of each stalk of the tall plant. Zebra grass can grow in excess of seven feet tall and if planted in a group, is a perfect shade distributor to sensitive pond plants and critters during warmer months. [...]