Keep water quality levels up in your pond with a selection of oxygenating pond plants available here. By removing excess nutrients and replenishing the water’s oxygen levels, oxygenating plants are a vital part of keeping your pond and its wildlife healthy. Shop our wide  range of options, or browse the full range of pond plants on offer, where you can find deep water plants to add that little bit extra to your pond. Complete your order with a selection of pond planting products to ensure a perfect and sturdy installation.

Not only do oxygenating pond plants boost oxygen levels in the water, but they also offer natural shelter for fish, tadpoles, and beneficial insects. Acting like underwater filters, they help stabilise your pond’s ecosystem.

Why oxygenating pond plants are essential

The best oxygenating plants for a small pond are typically fast-growing, low-maintenance species that don’t outcompete other pond life or overwhelm the space. For UK ponds, top choices include:

  • Hornwort (Ceratophyllum demersum) 
  • Starwort (Callitriche stagnalis)
  • Water Crowfoot (Ranunculus aquatilis)

Hornwort is often considered the best overall for small ponds due to its low-maintenance care and efficiency in oxygen production.

How many oxygenating plants do I need for a small pond?

We recommend two or three oxygenating pond plants per square metre of pond surface.

Explore our complete collection of pond-oxygenating plants to find the perfect match for your pond. Whether starting from scratch or looking to rebalance your ecosystem, we’ve got everything you need to create a thriving pond.

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