Guide from DEC offers ideas for plants for your water feature

The native groundnut is a shallow-water plant you can use in your water feature. Photo courtesy Adam Peterson. Whether you already have a backyard pond or are just now starting to think about building a water garden, check out the Guide to Water Gardening in New York State from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. This guide includes visuals of some amazing recommended species and tips on avoiding harmful aquatic species. Here are some tips: Place your garden upland…