You can create a variety of moods with the different types of plants available to place around a pool.
A mass of tall and medium ferns with a mix of ground covers can be used to create the cool feeling of a forest, whereas, a weeping willow, low growing juniper, and colorful small chrysanthemums will provide a more styled effect.
Using elements of Japanese design such as small and elegant wooden bridges, delightful stone urns, statues and symbolic lanterns, you can turn your pool into an oriental oasis.
If the pool is large enough, a shallow area can be created with a stone stepping path leading across from one side to the other to make a great viewing and feeding platform if you have fish.

The best situation for a water feature is out in the garden where everyone can enjoy it, but if that’s not possible, you can always use water as an effective way of cheering up an uninspired corner.

Perhaps you have a downstairs entrance way which is an absolutely nothing area, a small pond and fountain, filled with goldfish, would be an effective addition, or you might like to put a water garden outside the bath room, or at the edge of your terrace.
 
Always check how much sun the area chosen for your feature receives a day. Many of the water plants, like the Water Lily,  require a minimum of four to six hours of sun a day at the very least.

All The Best and Happy Gardening