Aquarium Plants for Water Bowls & Patio Ponds

Create a lush underwater garden with our range of aquarium-style aquatic plants for water bowls, patio ponds and container fish ponds.

These plants are selected for growing submerged in nutrient-rich aquarium substrate, making them ideal for small aquatic setups where you want to bring the look of a planted aquarium outdoors. Choose from bunching and stem-style plants that add colour, texture, movement and natural structure beneath the water.

Many of these plants are easy to grow and can be trimmed and replanted as they develop, allowing you to shape your water bowl or patio pond over time.

Explore our range of submerged aquarium plants and create your own miniature aquatic garden.

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Duckweed (Lemnoideae)
Duckweed (Lemnoideae) floating pond plant

Duckweed (Lemnoideae)

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$9.00

Ambulia
Ambulia

Ambulia

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$9.95

Giant Cardamine
Giant Cardamine

Giant Cardamine

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$9.95

Baby Tears
Baby Tears

Baby Tears

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$9.95

Filigree Milfoil
Filigree Milfoil

Filigree Milfoil

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$9.95

Green Pennywort Bunch
Green Pennywort Bunch

Green Pennywort Bunch

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$9.95

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Shipping

Yes, our pond plants are shippable! We ship every week day. Due to quarantine, we can't ship to WA or TAS.

Packed to Travel the Distance

Our plants are packed to stay in transit for weeks! Alternatively, you can click & collect from our retail outlet.

On Arrival

On arrival, your plants will be thirsty. Pop them into your pond as soon as possible..

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