These plants move with the breeze and produce an ever changing appearance for the pond. Functionally, they add to the oxygenators and produce varying casts of shadow that the pond owner and the fish will appreciate. Though these plants may be available, be aware when ordering from mail order catalogs that they are illegal in Texas even though advertised in many water garden catalogs and usable in other areas of the country. If you are unsure contact your local Agricultural Extension Service. Though most are not grown for their flowers, some bog plants offer help for those unable to site their pond in sufficient sunlight for the majority of water lilies.
Some plants can tolerate as little as three hours of direct sunlight.
Some grow best in constantly moist to soggy soils, while others actually grow in standing water. There are many different species of bog plants with varying heights, textures and colors to their foliage. Louisiana Iris selections Selected Perennials Plants to surround the pond Many of the bog plants can be used in areas surrounding a pond. Other plants for use around the pond should be of a character that their reflection lends drama to the pond. Colorful flowers, attractive bark or fluted trunks, or other winter aspects can add to the seasonal interests of a pond.