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You may have a lovely pond in your backyard, filled with fish and eye-catching water plants. However, sometimes we spend so much time on what goes into our water features that we may not give as much thought to what can be done with the perimeter.

Here are some plants that will thrive at the water’s edge:

Ornamental grasses. These plants add so much to a pond – height, texture, movement, even the sounds of swishing in the breeze. Grasses, with tall and spiky foliage, contrast well next to the relatively flat body of water. Tall, plumed grasses will do well on the far edges, with dwarf varieties from your pond on the sides.

Bulbs make for great waterside plants. You can choose bulbs to add color, diverse bloom shapes, height, and scent, depending on your needs.

Shrubs will likely be the sturdiest plants you select for the pond perimeter. These are great for adding a sense of permanence to a water’s edge that may also include grasses and blooms. Select dwarf varieties, no larger that 2 or 3 feet tall. You may want to pick shrubs that will offer berries or interesting flowers, which will add visual appeal as well as draw in wildlife.

Ferns, with their feathery fronds and deep colors, complete the classic poolside vision.

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