What pond plants will tolerate turbulent waters?

Question

Need a pond plant to put in a pottery fountain. Only thing is the opening is only about 18 inches, so the plant will be right next to the fountain. I need a pond plant that does well in turbulent waters. Will papyrus work? Any other suggestions?

Answer 1

I have a pickerel rush and a horsetail right next to my waterfall. I also have actually grown parrot's feather right in the waterfall. For potted plants, you'll need to cover the soil with about an inch of gravel to keep the dirt from washing out. Use a solid pot, not one of those screen types.

Papyrus would probably do OK, as would graceful cattails or one of the cypruses.

Answer 2

I don't think anything will work because a plant needs soil at the base and turbulent water is going to wash the soil off the roots of the plant. Maybe set the plant beside the fountain.

The water is going to get really dirty if you try to put plants in the fountain. You can use artificial plants.

Answer 3

Pond lady is not always correct with her information unfortunately. For example water hyacinths are expensive and you would need quite a few to cover a pond! They also have to be over wintered in the UK. Do you really want that chore? 2/3rds of the pond surface should be covered in order to avoid too much sunlight getting to the pond, and to the algae/blanket weed which loves it! . One advantage of water lilies (apart from the flowers) are their large leaves which soon appear and float on the surface. There are numerous floating plants suitable for ponds, and one of the cheapest sites is EBay, where you can also view the pictures and details! Oxygenating plants should also be purchased, these are usually sold in bunches with a lead weight on, which assists them in growing deep in the pond. Parrot feather is now banned in may aquatic suppliers as it has got into our waterways and caused untold damage! I have a small waterfall running into one of my ponds and I plant up watercress on one of the shelves, holding in place with pea gravel. Not only do I get fresh watercress but it also helps clear the pond!