While it prefers sandy loams or rocky soils, this nitrogen-fixing plant can flourish in difficult areas of your ... making it ...

The DNR advises pond owners to follow five key steps: identify the plant, measure treatment area, read herbicide labels, understand water use restrictions, and apply correctly—ideally on calm ...

Southeast Iowa Union offers audio versions of articles using Instaread. Some words may be mispronounced. A healthy pond needs aquatic plants, but too many plants can limit the pond’s use and cause ...

It has a light dappled woodland with a collection of unusual shrubs, perennials, lilies and marginal plants. READ MORE: Sign up to the What's On Suffolk newsletter to keep up to date with the ...

MONTY Don has warned gardeners with ponds to divide their aquatic plants to prevent overcrowding, boost growth and keep ponds healthy, but there is an important deadline to bear in mind.

He says: "Firstly, make sure you clear out any debris, such as twigs, leaves, and decaying plant matter, to maintain your pond's ecosystem. This prevents oxygen depletion and discourages algae growth, ...

3. Plant pond marginals in April for strong establishment. Choose plants like marsh marigold (Caltha palustris) and pickerel weed (Pontederia cordata). Position in shallow water or damp margins ...

Climate change is a critical issue facing us all. The enormity of the situation can seem overwhelming but we believe a collective effort of small steps can make a massive difference. Which is why ...

Introduction: Microplastics (MPs) and cadmium (Cd) are persistent pollutants in aquatic environments. Sea cucumbers are susceptible to MPs and Cd due to their feeding behavior. Methods: This study, ...