Lakeshore Management
Effective Algaecides for Ponds and Lakes
What are the benefits of using algaecides? What types of algaecides are there? How do you use an algaecide? Click to find out!
Read MorePond and Lake Services
Overview A dirty, overgrown pond or lake can quickly become an eyesore. Not only does it take away from the beauty of your property, but maintaining and cleaning a water body is also labor-intensive and often requires specialized equipment that some homeowners don’t have on hand. Fortunately, Lake Restoration provides professional lake and pond treatment…
Read MoreToxic Algae vs. Harmless Algae
The only sure way to know if algae contain toxins is to test the water, but there are some at home tests that offer clues, including visual inspection.
Read MoreLake Shore Management – The Essentials
Essential guide on how to manage your lakeshore weeds and appearance for boating, swimming and recreational dock area use.
Read MoreHow to Prevent Swimmer’s Itch in Your Pond or Lake
What is swimmer’s itch? What can be done to prevent it? Read about this rash, what causes it, and some easy steps to take to prevent the itching.
Read MoreAn In-Depth Look at Aquatic Algaecides
What are aquatic algaecides? How do they work? How do you choose the right one? Click for answers and more information.
Read MoreBeginner’s Guide to Lake Shore Maintenance
How to Get Rid of Lake Weeds and Muck? Treating your lake shore is more manageable than you might expect, especially once you learn the basics of treating it. Treatments will be needed multiple times a year to keep the lake shore clear. Many people stick to lake weed treatment plans for success throughout the…
Read MoreAm I Getting the Right Product?
Introduction Lake Restoration is here to help with your aquatic weed control needs. We have all the tools and tips you need to purchase the correct product for the issues you are having with your lake or pond. Included here all the steps involved in finding aquatic weed herbicides and an animal safe algaecide, including…
Read MoreHydrilla vs. Milfoil
Overview Hydrilla and watermilfoil are two prominent aquatic plants that share some similarities in appearance and habitat. Both are submerged plants that grow in ponds or lakes and form dense vegetation. These plants are often mistaken for one another, but they have distinct characteristics that set them apart. Understanding their differences is key to managing…
Read MoreDuckweed and Algae
Overview Duckweed and algae are common aquatic organisms that, when uncontrolled, can create significant challenges for a pond or lake. While small quantities of these are generally safe, these plants’ ability to rapidly grow can quickly make a water feature unusable and potentially harmful for fish and other aquatic life. Duckweed is a plant and…
Read MoreCyanobacteria: What Are They? Are They Dangerous?
Are They Algae? Cyanobacteria[1] are not a type of algae, although they create blooms like algae. Often being referred to as blue-green algae leads to the common misconception they are an algal bloom. To the naked eye, no difference is seen between an algal bloom and a cyanobacterial bloom so it cannot be determined whether…
Read MoreWhat Kills Aquatic Weeds Permanently?
How to Prevent Weeds from Growing? There is no way to completely prevent all weeds from growing on your lake shore or in your pond. However, there are things you can use to help reduce the amount of growth you see during the season. Using nutrient reducers such as PhosControl and MuckMaid can be a…
Read MoreCoontail vs. Milfoil: Identify & Control
Overview Although coontail and milfoil look similar with their branched stems and bushy leaves, they have a few differing characteristics that aid in the identification of each plant. Coontail feels rough when pulled through the hand and has straight leaves. Milfoil is smoother to the touch and has pairs of leaflets. Another big difference is…
Read MoreIs Pond Algaecide Safe for Fish?
Algaecides can be used without harming fish. For most, a fish kill doesn’t come from algaecides, but from the depletion of oxygen when the algae die off.
Read MoreKeeping Geese Out of Your Yard
Discover effective strategies and proven methods to deter geese from invading your yard. Learn how to keep geese out of your yard today!
Read MoreElodea: Identify & Control
With three dark green blade like leaves whorled around the stem, Elodea can be confused for Hydrilla, which has four to eight leaves per whorl.
Read MoreParrot Feather: A Threat to Wisconsin Waters
Parrot feather, or Brazilian watermilfoil, is a highly invasive plant. Knowing what to look for and what to do about it will help keep this weed in control.
Read MorePhragmites Control Will Diversify Your Shoreline and the Ecosystem
Phragmites, or the common reed, are hearty plants that can overtake a shoreline. Getting them under control is crucial to ensure native plant diversity.
Read MoreHow to Get Rid of Cattails in a Pond or Lake
Don’t cut or burn cattails when they are actively growing; it can stimulate more growth. Find out what to do and when to do it here.
Read MoreKilling Floating Pond Weeds: A Step Towards A Healthy Pond
What will make your pond look better? Killing off the weeds that float on the surface is a great step. First, identify what the plants are, then take control.
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