Dragonfly Friendly Pond Plants

Dragonflies dancing over the pond are a sign of a healthy water garden. This collection brings together marginal plants that provide the stems, shelter and structure dragonflies use throughout their lifecycle.

Growing in the shallow edges of a pond, these plants offer places for dragonflies to perch, breed and emerge from the water.

Some plants here are ideal for garden ponds, while others are naturally vigorous species better suited to larger landscape or wildlife ponds. Always read the individual plant description carefully before choosing for a smaller pond.