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Old 03-01-2006, 03:51 AM posted to rec.ponds
Stephen Henning
 
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Default New England plant sources

"Charles L." wrote:

Searching for places in CT that I can get both Water Hyacinth and Water
Lettuce. I had to remove mine due to insect infestation, and need
plants as they are primary food for a turtle living within pond.


Actually the best cure for insects is to sink the plants in a pond with
fish. The plants and the fish will both thank you.
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Cheers, Steve Henning in Reading, PA USA