Jan 10, 2019 | Algae & Weed Control
We’ve all heard the term algae. But what exactly is algae? And why is maintaining healthy water the best way to avoid algae? If you’re a water feature lover, you’ve probably seen algae. If you have stock ponds on your property, you’ve likely seen it too. How do you...
Jul 31, 2018 | Algae & Weed Control, Pond Maintenance
Kyle Jenkin had struggled with smelly pond water and weed growth for years. His business had over 300 feet of beachfront. In order to remain successful, it needed to be as pristine as possible. Unfortunately, the beachfront had a muddy black bottom. Weeds were very...
Jul 12, 2018 | Algae & Weed Control
It’s not unusual to see an increase in pond algae this time of year. You may notice a body of water emitting an odor. You may also see changes on the surface of your pond. There are many reasons for this. Healthy Ponds® is here to help explain and offer solutions. A...
Jun 18, 2018 | Algae & Weed Control
A few years ago, Noonan Park in Alexandria, Minnesota had a problem. The center pond feature of their park began showing algae shortly after the winter thaw. The thick brown and green scum covered the pond so quickly, baby ducks actually walked on top of it. Local...
May 25, 2018 | Algae & Weed Control
Where Does Algae Come From? Some of the most common sources that contribute to algae come from areas that are all around our ponds. Think of leaves, grass clippings, surface runoff after storms, and animal droppings – these are the organic materials that eventually...
Apr 9, 2018 | Algae & Weed Control, Pond Maintenance
Keeping your pond weeds under control can be a vexing issue. The first step towards finding the right solution is properly identifying which specific weed is your nuisance plant. Most ponds have different types of plants and you don’t want to start the wrong treatment...
