Water gardens are all the vogue with gardeners who are
looking to expand the beauty of their backyards. Most plants used for water gardens
need only the minimal care which makes them excellent for older gardeners as
well as inexperienced ones. Here are the 7 best plants for any water garden.
1. Lotus
Scientific name: Nelumbo selections
Conditions needed: submerged in water with full sun
Maximum size: up to 6 feet tall
The gorgeous blue-green leaves of lotuses provide perfect
contrast to elegant pink, deep pink or white blooms.
2. Louisiana Iris
Scientific name: Iris fulva
Conditions needed: pond conditions with full sun
Maximum size: up to 3 feet tall
Louisiana irises bear blooms in many colors depending on the
species.
3. Pitcher Plant
Scientific name: Sarracenia hybrids
Conditions needed: pond conditions with full sun
Maximum size: up to 18 inches tall
Insect eating Pitcher Plant bears green, yellow, purple or
red flowers in the springtime.
4. Canna
Scientific name: Canna selections
Conditions needed: pond side or submerged in water with full
sun
Maximum size: up to 6 feet tall
Adding a tropical feel to your landscape, Canna is refreshing
though old fashioned choices for water gardens.
5. Swamp Lily
Scientific name: Crinum americanum
Conditions needed: pond conditions with full sun
Maximum size: up to 4 feet tall
Great for cutting and deliciously fragrant, Swamp Lilies
bloom from spring to fall in pink and white shades.
6. Sweet Flag
Scientific name: Acorus calamus ‘Variegata’
Conditions needed: pond conditions with full sun
Maximum size: Up to 5 feet tall
The bright green and cream stripes of Sweet Flag provides striking
foliage to water gardens.
7. Rain Lily
Scientific name: Zephyranthes selections
Conditions needed: pond conditions with full sun Full sun,
Maximum size: up to 1 foot tall
Rain lilies bear delicate flowers in shades of white,
yellow, purple or pink during summer months.
