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Water Gardening Tips.

When caring for an outdoor pond there are several things you need to be aware of. First and foremost is the time of year and what it can mean to the care of your pond.

During the fall months you should invest in a good pond cover (typically a netting material of some kind). This will keep falling leaves from getting into your pond and causing poor water quality while allowing your water plants to continue thriving until the first winter cold snap. You should continue to keep your plants fertilized while they are blooming and trim off dead flowers when they appear.

Keep close watch for any type of pest that can cause damage to your plants. One of these nasty creatures is the leafminer. Leafminers flies love water lilies and some of the damage caused can be tiny pin holes in the leaves of your plants. It is recommended that you simply remove the affected leaves rather than beginning a chemical treatment of the plants.

Another pest to watch out for is the China mark moth larva. As with the leafminer, the larvae will live in the leaf tissue and float around your pond causing small holes in the edge of lily pads. Again as with the leafminer you should remove the affected leaves and avoid spraying your plants and pond area with chemicals.

October is always a great time to do a general clean up of your pond to keep it healthy and clean.

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