Native Wildlife Marginal Pond Pack
Normally Available From: April
Wildlife Marginal Pond Pack — Native Habitat for UK Ponds & Pollinators
Bring natural structure and wildlife appeal to your pond with this pack of UK-grown marginal plants. These native species are chosen for their value to bees, butterflies and dragonflies, as well as their ability to provide shelter for emerging amphibians and pond insects. They soften pond edges and create a more natural, biodiverse habitat around the waterline.
This pack is ideal for supporting wildlife, improving pond ecology and encouraging pollinators throughout the growing season. All plants are suited to the UK climate and selected for strength and health, helping you build a thriving pond ecosystem with minimal effort.
Perfect for wildlife ponds, naturalistic garden ponds or boosting biodiversity in existing ponds across the UK.
For details on the typical plant combinations included, please see the Your Plants on Arrival section below.
Images for illustration only. Contents may vary with suitable wildlife-friendly marginal plants.
Please note our dates are subject to change as conditions may mean that our plants are not quite ready for you
Your Plants on Arrival
Pond Packs - Good to Know
Do your Pond Packs Arrive Potted?
The 1ltr and 3ltr plants in our aquatic value packs arrive pre-planted in Finofil aquatic baskets, using aquatic compost and fertiliser, so they can be placed straight into your pond.
9cm plants arrive in solid pots and will need repotting into aquatic baskets before placing in the pond. We recommend 1ltr baskets for repotting. Aquatic baskets and soil can be found in our Essentials section.
What Size Are The Baskets and Will They Fit My Shelves?
Our 1ltr and 3ltr plants arrive in Finofil baskets designed to fit standard pond shelves:
1 litre - 11cm x 11cm x 11cm
3 litre - 18cm x 18cm x 16cm
9cm plants will need repotting into 1ltr baskets (or larger) before placing them on your shelves.
What Will I Receive in my Value Pack?
Each value pack is different, so please check the individual product page for full details of what is included - varieties, number of plants and pot size.
Our trusted growers select the strongest and best-looking plants at the time of packing. Varieties may vary depending on seasonal availability. During low season, it is sometimes possible to receive two of the same variety, although we always try to include different options where stock allows.
Oxygenator Value Packs contain potted oxygenators only - no bunched oxygenators are included.
Each plant will arrive with an individual care label.
How do I plant my new pond plants?
Depth varies depending on the plant variety. This information is shown on the product page and on the care label supplied with your plants.
As a guide:
Depth is measured from the top of the basket to the water’s surface.
Marginals sit in shallower water on your pond shelves.
Potted Oxygenators, Deep-water plants and Waterlilies sit deeper, with leaves kept on the surface.
Do 9cm plants need repotting?
Yes. 9cm plants will need repotting into aquatic baskets before placing in the pond. We recommend using 1ltr baskets or larger filled with aquatic compost. You can find these in our Essentials section.
Can I pre-order value packs?
Yes, you can pre-order value packs. Payment is taken at checkout to reserve your plants. For full details, please see our Pre-Order Information page.
Pre-order Information
What is a Pre-Order?
A pre-order reserves plants that are still growing and not yet ready to dispatch. Payment is taken at checkout to secure your plants before they are released from the nursery.
We only ship plants once they’ve developed a strong root system and are ready to travel safely. Because our plants are grown in unheated UK greenhouses, dispatch dates may vary depending on the weather.
When Will My Pre-Order Arrive?
Each product page shows a ‘Normally Available From’ date. This is a guide and may move slightly due to seasonal weather, frost sensitivity, or the plant needing a stronger root system before being shipped.
Plants may be dispatched at any stage of growth once strong enough to travel, even if not fully in leaf or flower.
Mixed Orders
If your order contains both pre-order plants and ready-to-ship plants, the whole order will be held until all items are ready.
To avoid delays, we recommend placing two separate orders — one for items in stock now and one for pre-order items.
Payment
Payment is taken at checkout to reserve your plants.
If we are unable to supply a pre-ordered plant, we will contact you to offer an alternative or provide a full refund.
Need an Update?
If you’d like an update on your order, please email us at info@plantsforponds.co.uk and we’ll be happy to advise.
Shipping & Delivery
Delivery Prices
Mainland UK
Standard delivery: £6.00
Large plants (e.g., 30ltr waterlilies): pallet delivery - quote required.
Soil & gravel: additional charges apply for multiple bags.
Please email us with your postcode if a delivery price is not displaying at checkout
Highlands & Islands
Small parcels under 1.8kg: £6.00
Standard parcels over 1.8kg: £25.00
All H&I deliveries use 48-hour services
If you’re unsure about delivery costs to your postcode, please email us at.
Container Ponds
Delivery from £30 (postcode-based, please check before ordering)
Shipping to Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland and Europe
Sorry, we are unable to ship to the above destinations.
Dispatch Schedule
Aquatic Plants
March: Monday and Thursday
April – August: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
Late August to October: Monday and Thursday
October – February: Tuesday only
Aquatic plants are dispatched all year round, though frequency reduces during low season.
Garden Plants
Dispatched all year round - Tuesday & Thursday
Are plants dispatched the same day as ordering?
No. Live plants require draining and careful preparation. The nurseries dispatch in scheduled batches rather than on-demand. This means same-day dispatch isn’t possible, but we always aim to send your order as promptly as we can within our dispatch schedule.
If you’d like to check when your order is likely to arrive, just email us and we’ll be happy to advise.
Delivery and Couriers
We use trusted UK couriers:
APC and Royal Mail for pond plants
DX for garden plants
Pallet deliveries for 30ltr waterlilies, large landscape orders and container ponds
Delivery Times
APC and DX orders are sent on overnight services but may take up to 48 hours depending on your local depot.
Royal Mail parcels usually arrive within 24–48 hours.
Plants are packed in damp soil and remain safe in transit for several days.
Tracking and Safe Place Instructions
Your dispatch email will contain tracking information where applicable.
Couriers are instructed to leave parcels in a safe place with no signature required. You can add your own delivery notes using the links below. We recommend requesting a cool, shaded spot so the plants stay fresh on arrival.
APC - https://apcchoice.apc-overnight.com/
Royal Mail - will use your email and mobile number provided during ordering to send delivery updates and enable you to add safe-place instructions.
Please do not delay delivery of live plants.
Royal Mail will never ask you to make an additional payment for a delivery. If you receive a message requesting payment, please delete it and do not click any links. If you are unsure whether a message is genuine, email us and we’ll be happy to advise
Damages & Returns
If your order arrives damaged, please take photos of the packaging and plants and email us with your PFP order number.
Due to bio-security and the perishable nature of plants, we cannot accept returns of plants or molluscs.
Container ponds are handmade to order and non-returnable unless damaged.
For full details, please see our returns policy
Need Help?
If you have any questions about delivery or dispatch times, please email us
Plants Delivered with Care Across the UK
Based in Hertfordshire, we ship plants across the UK, ensuring they reach you in tip-top condition to enhance your pond with vibrant, healthy greenery. Supporting a small, local business like ours means getting a personal touch – no big teams, no call centres, just real, knowledgeable help from people who care.
