Plants for Damp Gardens
Make more of a moisture-retentive border or damp garden corner. Explore hostas, Japanese primroses, irises and other moisture-loving plants selected for their individual growing needs.

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Iris pseudacorus var. bastardii | Pale Yellow Flag Iris P9
A pale-flowered form of yellow flag iris, with sword-shaped grey-green leaves and soft yellow blooms in early summer. It makes a striking upright m...
View full detailsIris pseudacorus Variegata P9
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Iris pseudacorus Variegata, also known as variegated yellow flag iris, is a striking marginal aquatic perennial distinguished by its bold, sword-sh...
View full detailsIris robusta 'Dark Aura' P9
Iris robusta 'Dark Aura' is a striking perennial known for its tall, elegant stems and beautiful, deep purple-blue flowers with a hint of dark vein...
View full detailsIris sibirica 'White Swirl' 2L
Iris sibirica ‘White Swirl’ is a clump-forming perennial with elegant, ruffled ivory-white flowers, each touched with gold at the base. The flowers...
View full detailsIris sibirica Shirley Pope 2 Litre
Iris sibirica 'Shirley Pope' is a graceful, clump-forming perennial known for its elegant deep violet-blue flowers, each adorned with delicate vein...
View full detailsJuncus effusus P9
Juncus effusus, commonly known as Soft Rush, is a hardy aquatic plant often found in wetlands, streams, and ponds. Its tall, slender stems grow in ...
View full detailsJuncus ensifolius P9
Juncus ensifolius, commonly known as the 'Wire Rush', is a distinctive aquatic plant prized for its unique, sword-like leaves that radiate upward f...
View full detailsJuncus inflexus P9
Juncus inflexus, also known as the 'Hard Rush', is a robust and adaptable perennial plant commonly found in wetlands, marshes, and along water bodi...
View full detailsLeucojum Aestivum 'Snowflake' Bulbs (6 pack)
Embrace the delicate beauty of Leucojum aestivum 'Snowflake' bulbs, a charming addition that brings a touch of enchantment and elegance to your spr...
View full detailsLigularia przewalskii
Ligularia przewalskii is a tall, moisture-loving perennial with deeply divided green leaves and slender spires of bright yellow flowers. Its bold f...
View full detailsLobelia cardinalis | Cardinal Flower P9
Lobelia cardinalis brings vivid scarlet flower spikes above bright green leaves in late summer. It is a striking plant for reliably moist soil near...
View full detailsLobelia fulgens 'Queen Victoria' P9
Lobelia fulgens 'Queen Victoria' is a striking perennial aquatic plant known for its unique, vibrant foliage and flowers. This plant features dark,...
View full detailsLobelia gerardii 'Vedrariensis' / P9
Lobelia ‘Vedrariensis’ is an upright perennial with deep violet-purple flower spikes and dark green, sometimes red-tinged leaves. It adds late-seas...
View full detailsLobelia siphilitica 'Alba' P9
Lobelia siphilitica 'Alba', commonly known as the White Cardinal Flower, is a striking perennial aquatic plant. It is admired for its elegant, tall...
View full detailsLobelia siphilitica P9
Lobelia siphilitica, commonly known as Great Blue Lobelia, is a striking perennial aquatic plant native to North America. It thrives in moist envir...
View full detailsLotus uliginosus P9
Lotus uliginosus, commonly known as the Great Water Lotus or Giant Water Lotus, is a distinctive aquatic plant that thrives in wetlands and shallow...
View full detailsLysimachia num. 'Aurea' P9
Lysimachia nummularia 'Aurea', commonly known as Golden Creeping Jenny, is a vibrant and versatile aquatic plant. This low-growing perennial is ren...
View full detailsLysimachia vulgaris | Yellow Loosestrife P9
A native moisture-loving perennial with leafy upright stems and clusters of bright yellow summer flowers. Yellow loosestrife adds colour and a natu...
View full detailsLythrum sal. 'Compact Rose' 2L
Lythrum salicaria 'Compact Rose' is a compact purple loosestrife with upright spikes of rose-pink flowers above fresh green foliage. It is especial...
View full detailsLythrum sal. 'Fairytales Rose' 2L
Lythrum salicaria 'Fairytales Rose' is a clump-forming perennial producing upright spikes of clear rose-pink flowers through summer. Its long flora...
View full detailsLythrum salicaria | Purple Loosestrife P9
Lythrum salicaria, commonly known as purple loosestrife, is a vigorous perennial plant celebrated for its tall, striking spikes of magenta flowers....
View full detailsMentha Aquatica | Water Mint P9
Mentha aquatica, commonly known as water mint, is a versatile and aromatic plant that is well-suited for pond environments. With its square stems, ...
View full detailsMentha Aquatica | Water Mint P9
Mentha aquatica, commonly known as water mint, is a versatile and aromatic plant that is well-suited for pond environments. With its square stems, ...
View full detailsMentha cervina 'Alba' P9
Mentha cervina 'Alba' is a compact, aromatic perennial herb prized for its refined appearance and subtle peppermint fragrance. It features narrow, ...
View full detailsChoose for how wet your garden really is
A border that stays moist is different from a boggy patch or a pond margin. Hostas, Japanese primroses and Ligularia suit moisture-retentive ground in appropriate light, while selected irises, water avens and marsh marigolds offer options for wetter positions. Check each product’s planting advice before grouping them together; the whole range should not be planted at one water level. Use leaf shapes and flowering heights to build a layered display. For standing water or persistent winter flooding, ask our team about drainage and specialist marginal planting.
Check whether the soil stays moist, becomes waterlogged or has standing water for long periods.
Moist-border plants and pond-margin plants have different requirements. Follow the individual product guidance.
Give large hostas, Ligularia and vigorous irises room, and water moisture-loving plants during dry spells.
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