Category Archives: All Flower Plants
Oenanthe aquatica (Marginal Aquatic)
Oenanthe aquatica, commonly known as fine-leaved water-dropwort or water fennel, is a UK native that thrives in shallow, still or slow-moving waters such as ponds, ditches, and marshes. This herbaceous biennial to perennial species features hollow stems that can reach
Oenanthe fistulosa ‘Flamingo’ (Marginal Aquatic)
Oenanthe javanica ‘Flamingo’ offers a long season of interest to the pond landscape with pretty tri-coloured foliage and dainty flowers. Its finely divided, feathery leaves emerge in a blend of green, cream, and pink, intensifying in colour as autumn arrives.
Myosotis palustris (Marginal Aquatic)
Myosotis palustris, commonly known as water forget-me-not, is a pretty UK native that brings a haze of soft blue to pond margins and damp borders.From June to September, it produces clusters of delicate, sky-blue flowers with yellow centres, freely self-seedling
Myosotis palustris ‘Alba’ (Marginal Aquatic)
Airy sprays of delicate white flowers with yellow eyes are set against bright green, lance shaped foliage from May to September. Myosotis palustris ‘Alba’ forms low mats of foliage that soften pond margins and provide shelter for aquatic wildlife whilst
Menyanthes trifoliata (Marginal Aquatic)
Menyanthes trifoliata, commonly known as bogbean, is a UK native aquatic perennial offering attractive flowers and foliage. Thriving in shallow ponds, marshes, and bog gardens, it adds both visual appeal and ecological value to water features.From April to June, bogbean
Mimulus ‘Bonfire Red’ (Marginal Aquatic)
Most pond plants tend to be in the softer colour range, but Mimulus ‘Bonfire Red’ offers a brilliant splash of tropical colour to pond edges and bog gardens and a longer flowering season than other pond marginals. From June to
Mimulus luteus (Marginal Aquatic)
Much longer flowering than most other pond plants, Mimulus luteus is valued for its abundant flurries of dazzling yellow trumpet-shaped flowers with red or purple spots from May to August.Native to South America, this plant thrives in moist, boggy soils
Lysimachia thyrsiflora (Marginal Aquatic)
Lysimachia thyrsiflora is an unusual pond marginal with upright, unbranched stems and whorled, narrow foliage that rise elegantly above the water, softening pond edges. Between June and August, it produces masses of fluffy, yellow pompom blooms. Native to limited areas
Lysimachia punctata ‘Variegata’ (Marginal Aquatic)
Lysimachia punctata ‘Variegata’ bears brilliant golden yellow flowers that add a pop of vivid colour to bog gardens and pond margins. Flowering from June to August, it brings valuable late season interest in the water garden as most aquatic plants
Iris sibirica ‘Not Quite White’ (Marginal Aquatic)
An exquisitely coloured Siberian iris with ruffled white flowers washed in pale lavender with intricate lavender veining and soft yellow centres carried through May and June. Iris sibirica ‘Not Quite White’ forms spreading clumps of narrow, green, strap-like foliage that
Juncus ensifolius (Marginal Aquatic)
Juncus ensifolius, is a compact, moisture-loving perennial ideal for adding structure and texture to pond edges, bog gardens or damp borders. Its semi-evergreen to evergreen, linear foliage forms neat clumps, while clusters of small, deep brown flowers float on slender
Juncus inflexus (Marginal Aquatic)
Juncus inflexus, commonly known as Hard Rush, is a hardy native plant that thrives in the shallow margins of ponds and wetland areas. This striking plant forms dense clumps of upright, blue-green stems, creating a strong vertical element in the
Iris pseudacorus ‘Blue’ (Marginal Aquatic)
Iris pseudacorus ‘Blue’ showcases striking violet-blue blooms with finely veined falls, held aloft on tall stems above elegant, sword-shaped leaves.Flowering in May and June, it draws in pollinators and offers a welcome perch for dragonflies. Perfect for pond margins, boggy
Iris setosa (Marginal Aquatic)
Iris setosa is perfect for adding a splash of vivid colour to damp borders, pond edges, or naturalistic planting schemes. The flowers have very large falls that are a vivid deep violet blue with delicate white markings, topped by discrete
Iris pseudacorus ‘Alba’ (Marginal Aquatic)
A subtle alternative to its brasher yellow cousin, Iris pseudacorus ‘Alba’ offers creamy-white blooms with purple veined falls in May and June.This native marginal plant is perfect for pond edges and moist soils, thriving in both full sun and partial
Iris laevigata ‘Pink Queen’ (Marginal Aquatic)
Iris laevigata ‘Pink Queen’ offers a gorgeous colour combination – soft lilac-pink petals blushed with richer purple and adorned with yellow markings on the falls. This elegant iris thrives in moist to wet soil at the margins of ponds, or
Iris laevigata ‘Snowdrift’ (Marginal Aquatic)
An exquisite aquatic iris with pure white falls delicately marked with pale lilac throats. This elegant iris thrives in moist to wet soil at the margins of ponds, or in a bog garden, adding colour and interest through May and
Iris ensata ‘White’ (Marginal Aquatic)
Iris ensata ‘White’ is an elegant Japanese iris prized for its pure white, ruffled blooms accented with yellow markings at the throat. These striking flowers rise above vibrant green, sword-like foliage, creating a serene presence in any water garden. Iris
Iris laevigata (Marginal Aquatic)
Iris laevigata is an elegant aquatic perennial thriving in shallow water or consistently moist soil, making it an excellent choice for pond margins or bog gardens. From late spring to early summer, it bears blue-purple flowers composed of three prominent
Iris laevigata ‘Mottled Beauty’ (Marginal Aquatic)
Iris laevigata ‘Mottled Beauty’ is an exquisite variety with white petals subtly spotted with lavender. This elegant iris thrives in moist to wet soil at the margins of ponds, or in a bog garden, adding colour and interest through May
Iris ensata ‘Dinner Plate Jell-O’ (Marginal Aquatic)
Iris ensata ‘Dinner Plate Jell-O’ dazzles with its extra-large blooms, featuring deep purple petals with white veining and yellow accents. Flowering through June and July, the ruffled blooms measure up to 15cm across, hovering above striking, sword-like foliage that gracefully
Iris ensata ‘Dinner Plate Cheesecake’ (Marginal Aquatic)
Dinner-plate-size blooms that look good enough to eat!Iris ensata ‘Dinner Plate Cheesecake’ adds a shot of glamour to the water garden with enormous flowers in a delicious medley of creamy white flushed with purple and finished with contrasting yellow accents.