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That overflow situation sounds tricky, especially with perennials you want to protect. Since heavy digging is off the table, have you considered a simple, shallow swale lined with gravel or mulch just beyond the garden bed? It can gently guide excess water away without disturbing roots much. You could even disguise it with low-growing plants that tolerate occasional wet feet. A rain barrel might help capture some runoff if you can divert the pond overflow into it via a small pipe or hose, but it depends on how much water you’re dealing with during storms. I’ve seen folks use flexible drainage tubing laid on the surface or just beneath mulch to channel water discreetly without major landscaping. Would something like that fit your space? It might be a low-impact way to keep your pond happy without flooding your garden. Curious what others think too!