Properly managed aquatic weed and algae growth creates a more beautiful and sound resource for people, fish and wildlife.
Weed and algae control are a necessity for most ponds and lakes. Excess aquatic weeds and green algae in your pond detracts from the beauty of your property and can hurt fish populations. They can create stagnant water that provides an optimal breeding habitat for mosquitos, and undesirable shoreline plants can harbor adult mosquitoes, snakes, rats, and other unwanted pests. As a result, poorly managed ponds can not only be an eyesore, but a potential human health concern.
Causes of Weeds and Algae
The degree of growth depends on water depth, water clarity, weather conditions, and nutrient loads. The most common culprits of excessive growth in DFW ponds are the hot climate, over-fertilization of landscaped areas, and shallow water caused by sedimentation. For more detailed information about aquatic plants, read our blog post:
Our Solution
At Magnolia Fisheries, we follow Integrated Pest Management (IPM) practices to control weeds and algae. These include:
- Preventative Measures: pond dye, nutrient reduction, fountains and aeration
- EPA-approved Aquatic Products: herbicides and algaecides
- Biological Controls: triploid grass carp, tilapia and bacteria supplements
Our biologists select the best method based on the use of the water body, the available resources, and government regulations. We are able to prevent most problems before they even start through our weekly monitoring and treatment protocols. Call us for the best solutions to your weed or algae challenge. We at Magnolia Fisheries are TDA Licensed Commercial Applicators in Aquatic Pest Control. We prepare and provide our clients with all permits regarding algaecide and herbicide applications under TCEQ General Permit TXG870000.
Methods of Weed and Algae Control
The best way to prevent weed and algae growth is to reduce nutrients. Safe methods of nutrient deprivation include supplemental aeration, beneficial microbe enhancement, and application of nutrient deprivation products. These attack the cause of the problem rather than the symptoms. Responsible use of EPA approved aquatic herbicides and algaecides are most effective at treating the symptoms.