Let's take a look at the best water plants for an aquatic area of the garden. Veronica (V. longifolia) thrives in moist soil ...

Beneficial bacteria are essential for decomposing organic waste in ponds. One cost-effective method to promote their ...

The key to a healthy pond is keeping the water clear and ensuring that plants do not take over. If you have the right balance of plants and oxygen, you will encourage wildlife and your aquatic ...

Plants can be introduced to your pond approximately 1-2 weeks after the initial filling with water. Carefully selected native species (see below) will support your local wildlife. Watch and see what ...

Freshwater Habitats Trust said 20 clean water ponds on farmland increased wetland plant species by 26%. A nine-year project found rare plants almost trebled, while species that had gone extinct in ...

Water plants are an important component of any water garden. Without them, a man-made water feature would look intrusive and out of place. They encompass plants that grow in wet or moist soil next ...

It can form mats in ponds, ditches and streams during spring and summer. Common water-crowfoot is the commonest species in a large group of water-plants that can be seen covering ponds, ditches and ...

Extra £40m pledged for green spaces in England Surprise discovery of rare plant at 'ghost pond' The letter points out that small water bodies make up 80% of England's freshwaters and support over ...