With large pads and striking golden flowers, this hardy perennial plant is an excellent choice for backyard ponds. Beyond just aesthetics, the American lotus is popular with pollinators and ...

Water poppies spread quickly and provide shelter, good for warmer zones. Dwarf cattails filter water, grow in zones 3 to 11, and prevent erosion. Yellow flag iris brightens in spring, but remember ...

It's important to remove any rotting organic matter in the pond such as dead leaves and flowers. A form of algae known as blanketweed is often found in ponds, and if left unchecked can choke the ...