Beyond just aesthetics, the American lotus is popular with pollinators and aquatic wildlife, adding shade and shelter for frogs while also providing nectar for local bees and butt ...

Especially if you’re seeking to cultivate a wild pond aesthetic, floating plants such as lilies (you can buy pre-grown ...

It is best to plant native pond plants as non-native aquatic plants can be problematic if they escape into the wild. The more plant variety the better, as it creates niches for more creatures. The ...