How to control algae and weeds in a large pond.
For there remains, in this space-age universe, the possibility that man’s way, is not always the best – Rachel Carson Seeing your backyard pond or water garden turn a murky green from an overgrowth of algae can be disheartening. While a limited amount of algae is normal, excessive pond algae can ruin the tranquil beauty …
Excessive pond algae growth turns ponds and lakes into a green, slimy mess. New advances in ultrasonic technology offers an eco-friendly remedy to control algae without chemicals or harming fish. Read on to learn how an ultrasonic system can help to create cleaner and clearer waters. Why Algae Problems Plague Ponds and Lakes Algae occur …
Can pond aeration help reduce phosphorus? The answer to that is yes. Aeration, particularly at the bottom of the pond, can increase oxygen levels where it’s needed most. As we’ll discuss in this article, higher oxygen concentrations can affect the level of phosphorus in a variety of ways. From improving sequestration of the nutrient in …
Algae is becoming such a common problem in ponds these days and the culprit is pretty easy to identify. Excessive nutrients in the form of phosphorus and nitrogen are also commonplace now in the environment. One point of evidence for this is the often reported “dead zone” in the Gulf of Mexico. This “dead” area …
Algae are common aquatic plants that float on bodies of water. Many are classified as green algae, or algae that have enough chlorophyll to turn the plant green. While most algae are harmless, there are certain types of toxic algae that can be dangerous to animals and humans. One of the most common is blue-green …