On Mon, 21 Jul 2008 11:50:13 EDT, Chris Barnes wrote:

I have a fairly large pond (tear drop shapped - 150 yards x 75 yards)
which seems to be taken over by aquatic plants - mostly lily pads &
hydrilla.


What are some of the better ways of controlling the plants, without
bothering the fish, birds, and other wildlife that use the pond? I have
been told that most people use "Roundup", but that just doesn't sound
very safe to me....

I bet it is nice and clear.

That size pond, perhaps a paddle-wheeled harvester?

I know there are water plant pesticides (not roundup) but if they didn't
out right kill the plants, they should would make them look sickly and
parts would die and decompose.... and there goes the clear water. Perhaps
you could hire some kids to hand harvest, clearing some areas? ~ jan
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