On Jun 8, 12:01 pm, ~ jan wrote:
On Sun, 8 Jun 2008 11:49:27 EDT, Chip wrote:
BTW, how do bamboo roots pierce the liner? Do they have barbs?
Chip

Take a look:http://bambootexas.com/YearRound.htm

And those spikes are HARD. ~ jan
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Zone 7a, SE Washington StatePonds:www.jjspond.us

I believe from reading the link that that bamboo is not the same
variety as pond bamboo. Bamboo and many rushes have strong pointed
roots which can and do poke holes in pond liners. If you use them make
sure to plant them in HOLELESS pots that are very large so the root
don't over grow the pot in a season or two. Using a mix of heavy
garden soil or black top soil mixed with sharp builders sand make
repotting and dividing water plants much easier.

Small ponds are best for goldfish as the recommended size for koi is
500- 1000 gallons per full sized koi. Pumps, filters, skimmers and
air pumps all add oxygen to the pond. Mosquitoes breed in stagnant
water. fish love the larvae. Good luck, Gail