I live in the San Francisco area, zone 9. The pond is about 2700 gallons, not counting the bogs.
I think I will keep everything in the pots, I don't want things to get out of control, easier is better. Can I plant the pots in the ground around the pond, or would it be better to just build rocks around them? I'll add the gravel to the bogs. I'm thinking if I need to keep everything in pots, my bogs need to be deeper. The one is only about 3" and the other about 6".
Thanks for all the suggestions so far! I'm keeping a list! I can't wait for the plants.