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Pond Plants

Why pond plants?

Pond plants are a stunning addition to any water garden or water feature - not only do they enhance the natural beauty of your pond, but they also play an essential role in maintaining a healthy ecosystem and environment  for your pond and its inhabitants. 

Pond plant types

From marginal plants and oxygenators to floaters, bog plants and stunning water lilies, our pond plant collections have been carefully selected and can be combined to suit different pool sizes and types.



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  • British Native
    Perfect For Pollinators
    Ranunculus flammula

    UK Grown Pond Plants

    Ranunculus flammula - Lesser spearwort

    Ranunculus flammula - Lesser spearwort Lanceolate leaves with branching stems hold a large numbers of little yellow buttercup-type flowers.  Ranunculus means 'little frog'. Pond ready – This plant comes ready potted in aquatic...

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  • British Native
    Carex acuta

    UK Grown Pond Plants

    Carex acuta - slender-tufted sedge

    Carex acuta - slender-tufted sedge A tall slender tufted sedge that grows in rivers, streams and lakes throughout the British Isles.Pond ready – This plant comes ready potted in aquatic soil Flowers: May - Aug Growth Rate: Medium Max Height:...

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  • Perfect For Pollinators
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    Iris versicolor

    UK Grown Pond Plants

    Iris versicolor - Blue flag - Poison flag

    Iris versicolor - Blue flag - Poison flag Narrow, erect foliage and branched stems bearing several bluish-purple flower with spotted yellow throat.  As with all iris the tubers are harmful if eaten. Pond ready – This plant comes ready...

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  • British Native
    Perfect For Pollinators
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    Nuphar lutea

    UK Grown Pond Plants

    Nuphar lutea - Brandy bottle

    Nuphar lutea - Brandy bottle The Nuphar lutea is a vigorous plant that is tolerant of running water and heavy shade. The Brandy bottle has a slightly alcoholic smell.Pond ready – This plant comes ready potted in aquatic soil Flowers: Jun to...

    From £16.99 £16.99
  • Iris Collection
    Irresistible Iris Pond Plant Collection

    UK Grown Pond Plants

    Irresistible Iris Pond Plant Collection

    ‘Irresistible Iris’ Pond Plant Collection Looking to add a burst of colour to your pond or bog garden? Look no further! Our striking 'Irresistible Iris' collection is here to help. Pond ready – These plants come ready potted in...

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  • British Native
    Perfect For Pollinators
    marginal pond plant

    UK Grown Pond Plants

    Veronica beccabunga - Brooklime

    Veronica beccabunga - Brooklime Very prolific succulent plant having smooth ovate leaves with clusters of blue flowers. Pond ready – This plant comes ready potted in aquatic soil Flowers: May - Sep Growth Rate: Fast Max Height:...

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  • Nymphaea Gonnere

    UK Grown Pond Plants

    Nymphaea Gonnere - White Water Lily

    Nymphaea Gonnere - White Water Lily This water lily has pure white, double flowers with attractive golden centres. A good variety for medium to large ponds and lakes.Pond ready – This plant comes ready potted in aquatic soil Flowers: Jun -...

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  • British Native
    Perfect For Pollinators
    Alisma plantago aquaticum

    UK Grown Pond Plants

    Alisma plantago aquaticum - Water plantain

    Alisma plantago aquaticum - Water plantain  When mature this plant sends up many flower stems with multiple delicate white flowers and broad, lanceolate leaves.  It is also said to be a cure for rabies hence it is sometimes called Mad Dog weed...

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  • Nymphaea Black Princess - Red Water Lily

    UK Grown Pond Plants

    Nymphaea Black Princess - Red Water Lily Premium Variety

    Nymphaea Black Princess - Red Water Lily  Premium Variety Highly sought-after, this relatively new variety can be hard to find. The flower is very dark red, almost black and never fails to impress. The handsome green foliage provides a perfect...

    From £39.99 £39.99
  • Nymphaea Albatross

    UK Grown Pond Plants

    Nymphaea Albatross - White Water Lily

    Nymphaea Albatross - White Water Lily As it matures, the rich purple foliage of this elegant variety turns to an attractive green. The luxuriant flowers are brilliant white. This is a graceful, easy-to-grow plant, ideal for any medium to large pond.Pond...

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  • Not Hardy
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    Hydrocleys nymphoides

    UK Grown Pond Plants

    Hydrocleys nymphoides - Water poppy - Bunched Pack of 5

    5 x Hydrocleys nymphoides - Water poppy Pack of 5 bunches Home Delivery We currently do not ship this product to Scottish Highlands and islands, Isle of Man, Channel Islands, Isle of Scilly and Northern Ireland. This item maybe purchased...

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  • British Native
    Perfect For Pollinators
    Geum rivale - Water avens

    UK Grown Pond Plants

    Geum rivale - Water avens

    Geum rivale - Water avens This prolific flowering plant produces delicate nodding bell-shaped pinkie-red flowers continuously from May through to September.Pond ready – This plant comes ready potted in aquatic soil Flowers: May - Sep Growth...

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  • Square 2L Pond Plant Baskets

    Anglo Aquatics

    Square 2L Pond Plant Baskets

    Square 2 Litre Planting Baskets Approximately 19 x 19 x 9cm (L x W x D) Mesh baskets allow water to move between the compost inside the container and the surrounding water, allowing essential movement of gases and nutrients to the plant roots...

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  • British Native
    Perfect For Pollinators
    sold out
    Sagittaria sagittifolia

    UK Grown Pond Plants

    Sagittaria sagittifolia - Arrowhead

    Sagittaria sagittifolia - Arrowhead Long arrow-shaped leaves. White flowers with dark purple almost black centres.  The tubers are reported to be edible but we would not advise this. Pond ready – This plant comes ready potted in aquatic...

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    Nymphaea James Brydon

    UK Grown Pond Plants

    Nymphaea James Brydon - Red Water Lily

    Nymphaea James Brydon - Red Water Lily The cup-shaped flowers of this enchanting water lily are a rich carmine-red, and look very striking set against the green, maroon-flecked foliage.Pond ready – This plant comes ready potted in aquatic...

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  • Round 1L Pond Plant Baskets

    Anglo Aquatics

    Round 1L Pond Plant Baskets

    Round 1 Litre Planting Baskets Approximately 13 x 13 x 10cm (L x W x D) Mesh baskets allow water to move between the compost inside the container and the surrounding water, allowing essential movement of gases and nutrients to the plant roots...

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  • British Native
    Juncus effusus

    UK Grown Pond Plants

    Juncus effusus - Soft rush - Smooth rush

    Juncus effusus - Soft rush - Smooth rush Very erect, dark green stems and brown seed heads. Clumps will spread by creeping rhizomes. Can self seed.  It was used to be make into mats and was probably the rush strewn over the floor in many of...

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  • Hessian Aquatic Planter Squares 45cm Pack of 10

    Anglo Aquatics

    Hessian Aquatic Planter Squares 45cm Pack of 10

    Hessian Aquatic Planter Squares 45cm Pack of 10  Hessian is traditionally used in water gardening to help hold the aquatic compost around the plant and restrain it from running into the water, while still allowing roots to grow. pack of ten

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  • Nymphaea Gladstoniana - White Water Lily

    UK Grown Pond Plants

    Nymphaea Gladstoniana - White Water Lily

    Nymphaea Gladstoniana - White Water Lily An outstanding choice for large ponds and lakes, this wonderfully showy white water lily has impressively large, cup-shaped blooms with golden stamens. The foliage is dark green. It makes a good alternative to...

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  • Scented Plants
    Scented Marginal Pond Plant Collection

    UK Grown Pond Plants

    Scented Marginal Pond Plant Collection

    A Selection Of Our Most Fragrant Marginal Pond Plants Pond ready – These plants come ready potted in aquatic soil with baskets Three plants will be selected from the following varieties. Anemopsis californicum - Known as “Apache...

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  • Pink Flowers
    'Pretty in Pink' Marginal Pond Plant Collection

    UK Grown Pond Plants

    Pretty in Pink Marginal Pond Plant Collection

    ‘Pretty in Pink’ Marginal Plant Collection Pond ready – These plants come ready potted in aquatic soil with baskets You’ll be tickled pink with our selection of the most beautiful Pink marginal plants available. These plants...

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  • Oxygenator
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    Myriophyllum brasiliensis red stem

    UK Grown Pond Plants

    Myriophyllum Rubricaule - Red stemmed parrots feather

    Myriophyllum Rubricaule - Red stemmed parrots feather  Bright green oxygenating plant that has feathery foliage with red stems Flowers: June - July Growth Rate: Fast Depth: 0 - 25cm Max Height: 15 - 25cm Native to British...

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  • British Native
    Eriophorum angustifolium

    UK Grown Pond Plants

    Eriophorum angustifolium - Cotton grass - Bog cotton

    Eriophorum angustifolium - Cotton grass - Bog cotton A beautiful native plant with grass type foliage and fluffy heads of white cotton-like flowers.  The wool used to be used for stuffing pillows and to make candle wicks.  It is very hardy and...

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  • Nymphaea Joey Tomocik - Yellow Water Lily

    UK Grown Pond Plants

    Nymphaea Joey Tomocik - Yellow Water Lily

    Nymphaea Joey Tomocik - Yellow Water Lily Standing just clear of the surrounding water, the deep lemon blooms of this graceful, free flowering water lily make an impressive sight in the summer pond.Pond ready – This plant comes ready potted in...

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  • Wildlife Welcoming
    wildlife ponds

    UK Grown Pond Plants

    Wildlife Pond Starter Pack

    Wildlife Pond Starter Pack Wildlife ponds have become more popular as we become environmentally aware and want to encourage wildlife in the garden. These natural ponds are not only truly beautiful and educational for children, but you will also be...

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    £48.99
  • British Native
    Perfect For Pollinators
    Stachys palustris

    UK Grown Pond Plants

    Stachys palustris - Marsh woundwort

    Stachys palustris - Marsh woundwort This free-flowering plant is covered in bumble bee attracting spikes of bright purple flowers all summer.  Good for medium or large ponds. Pond ready – This plant comes ready potted in aquatic...

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  • Perfect For Pollinators
    Myosotis scorpioides 'Snowflakes' - White water forget-me-not MYOSSN

    UK Grown Pond Plants

    Myosotis scorpioides 'Snowflakes' - White water forget-me-not

    Myosotis scorpioides 'Snowflakes' - White water forget-me-not As Myosotis scorpioides but with white flowers. Pond ready – This plant comes ready potted in aquatic soil Flowers: Jun - Sep Growth Rate: Medium Max Height: 30cm Recommended...

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  • Nymphaea Wanvisa

    UK Grown Pond Plants

    Nymphaea Wanvisa - Changeable Water Lily Premium Variety

    Nymphaea Wanvisa - Changeable Water Lily    Premium Variety The flowers of this unique variety are predominantly pink with cream flecks but sometimes they are part or all yellow. The leaves are unusually dark and speckled and it grows and...

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  • Round 2L Pond Plant Baskets

    Anglo Aquatics

    Round 2L Pond Plant Baskets

    Round 2 Litre Planting Baskets 17cm Diameter Mesh baskets allow water to move between the compost inside the container and the surrounding water, allowing essential movement of gases and nutrients to the plant roots. These baskets are of a...

    From £6.00 £6.00
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    Winter Pond Plant Collection

    UK Grown Pond Plants

    Winter Pond Plant Collection

    Pond Plant Collection For Winter Collection consist of 2 x 1 litre marginal plants and 1 x 1 litre deep water plant Collection examples Scirpus cernuus - Fibre optic plant Iris pseudacorus  Aponogeton distachyos - Water hawthorne Absolute...

    Now: £29.99
    £29.99

A Guide to Pond Plants

Aquatic pond plants really bring a pond to life - not only do they greatly enhance the natural beauty of your pond, but they also play an essential role in maintaining the health of its water and inhabitants.

Step By Step Guide To Planting Pond Plants

Follow our step by step guide to successfully planting or replanting pond plants. Before we start, we will answer a few frequently asked questions.

Choosing pond plants

All our water plants are clearly labelled to show the height they attain, their spread and the depth of water they prefer, meaning you can confidently choose the right plants to bring your water garden or feature to life. 

Where to buy pond plants?

At World of Water we stock an extensive range of pond plants both online and near me at one of our uk stores to help you to create the pond or feature. Buying from World of Water will guarantee the highest quality pond plants, direct from our UK growers. Mature pond plant specimens can also be seen in our show gardens at most of our UK stores.

Planting guide

Read our step by step guide to planting ponds with useful tips on what plants require for the best results, easy plants guide or for expert advice from one of our team and to see pond plants for sale "near me"  

How many pond plants and where to plant?

Pond plants can establish very quickly, however you need to plant enough to create a balanced ecosystem, especially if you're adding any fish as they play as massive part in maintaining the ponds health. Take a look at our useful guide on how many and pond planting positioning

Rough Guide to the numbers of pond plants recommended to establish a new water garden
Pond Surface Area 2m2  4m2  6m2  8m2 10m2  12m2
Water Lilies 1 2 3 3 4 5
Deep Marginal 1 2 2 5 6 8
Marginal Plants 8 14 18 24 30 36
Oxygenating Bunches 15 30 45 60 75 90
Floating Plants 2 3 4 6 8 12

Pond Plants Groups

To make selection easy we have split the pond plants we sell into easy to follow groups, generally based around the depth they can be planted or their purpose such oxygenating or for easy selection we have group native plants, or pond plant collections for a one stop plant selection for you pond as listed

Pond Plant Collections  |  Water Lilies  |  Deep Water Plants  |  Bog or Marsh Plants  |  Marginal Plants  |  Oxygenating Plants  |  Floating Plants  |  Native Pond Plants  | Pond Molluscs (Pond Snails & Mussels)

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