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    How to Control Eurasian Milfoil and other Aquatic Plants There are several forms of milfoil with some being considered exotic forms of milfoil such as Eurasian milfoil originating in Europe and Asia were brought to the Americas in the early 1900's likely by water craft of some sort.  These types of "invasive" milfoil tend to spread very quickly and readily. Prevention of Milfoil and other water weeds is the first defense in exotic species control.  However, once an exotic weed, especially a fast moving growth such as Milfoil,  has colonized a lake, early detection and a rapid response...

AquaClear Pellets to Clean Your Lake Muck and Mucky Pond "This product works great in my pond. I have a small 1/2 acre pond and use this every year. Keeps the water clean and removes most of the smell from the bottom muck. I highly recommend this product." - Ralph D. "When used consistently over a number of years, the results can be significant. In some areas the muck has decreased by over a foot!" - Ron M. "Clear lake bottom!  I have used other products, but this was the first time for Aqua Clear pellets, very easy to throw them...

It is generally not a good rule of thumb to place any type of aquatic vegetation into a private lake or pond.  However, Common Cattails are one of the species that can be utilized, carefully, to add dimension to the water body.  Because of the thick root system and dense growth of Cattails in general, they are a great type of erosion-control.  Cattails also provide great habitat for waterfowl, especially wood ducks. Many species of birds will also use Cattails as a perch, and Cattails provide habitat for other aquatic animal life like frogs and turtles, as well as cover for small fish. Although...

A recent inquiry came in regarding weed & algae control. Below is the question and answer from Aquacide Company. Question: I have 2 ponds with a couple of types of vegetation and some algae growing in them. Nothing invasive, just native species, but they are getting a bit out of control. What do you recommend for general treatment for each of these situations? The ponds are cold, very clear water, 1-3 ft deep and about 20’ x 20’ in size. Fish, frogs and kids spend lots of time in them. Thank you. EE, Jackson, WY Answer: Harvester Liquid is a fast-acting contact...

Bladderwort is a free-floating, fresh water, carnivorous lake weed with over 200 species located throughout the world. Bladderwort is usually found in quiet, shallow, bog-like acidic waters. The main stem has 4-10 delicately branched lateral leaves that give it a very lacy appearance. The main part of the weed lies beneath the surface and will go unnoticed until it rises to the surface in the late Spring early Summer. Once at the water surface the weed sends up small attractive yellow flower. This flower has lip-like petals that resemble Snapdragons. Bladderwort is named for its tiny bladder-like structures located throughout its branched...