Wetlands garden landscape

Plants that absorb excess water in the yard are an asset to the landscape. Water-loving willows, dogwoods, winterberries, swamp milkweed, iris and more attract bees and butterflies. Use moisture-absorbing plants to transform a wet into a focal point.

It can be hard to find plants that grow in extremely moist or wet soil. Not to worry, here are 33 options from trees to flowers.

Best Plants for Wet Soil - The wrong plants will most often succumb to root rot. Luckily, there are many shrubs, trees, and plants that like wet soil.

Plants that absorb excess water in the yard are an asset to the landscape. Water-loving willows, dogwoods, winterberries, swamp milkweed, iris and more attract bees and butterflies. Use moisture-absorbing plants to transform a wet into a focal point.

Floating Gardens / floating wetlands are designed to vegetate ponds, dams & waterways while reducing pollutants & creating safe habitats.

Although very few plants grow in wet areas, you can learn which plants like wet feet. Some moisture loving plants thrive in standing water and others tolerate soggy, poorly drained areas of your garden. Read more about these plants here.

With simple steps, you can turn a wet area into a thriving wetland that attracts wildlife and keeps pests in balance. Let's get started!

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