How do I find suitable plants for floating planters in pond?

by Ian Harris

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Are Primulas suitable for floating planters? Other plant suggestions welcomed

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Beth on Dec 28, 2018

Hi Ian,
What region are you in? I think knowing the area that you're in would help narrow down recommendations. Some places might be too cold for certain plants in the winter.

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- Ian Harris on Dec 28, 2018
  
  Thanks, 5 m south of Cardiff, sheltered garden.
  
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- Ian Harris on Dec 28, 2018
  
  Sorry, did not think of international response. Cardiff South Wales UK
  
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- Beth on Dec 29, 2018
  
  Ha, I assumed you were from the US! Thanks for clarifying. Here's a list of plants you can use in a floating planter, as well as plants that are banned: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/gardening/plants/10725154/Invasive-water-plant-ban-so-what-are-the-best-pond-plants.html
  
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- Ian Harris on Dec 31, 2018
  
  Thank you Beth, the answer was right under my nose,I am a subscriber to the Telegraph newspaper. Plenty of plant choice to search for at our garden centres. Happy New Year. Ian
  
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- Beth on Dec 31, 2018
  
  Glad I could help!
  
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Oliva on Dec 28, 2018

See www.watergardens.com for advice on "best plants for floating planters in ponds"

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