I recently received an email from a subscriber to my newsletter series, who lives in Australia.
Robert, was looking for some advice relating to to some of his aquatic water lily. His lilies appear to be under attack from a fungal infection, of some description; most probably Water Lily Crown Rot.
It struck me that despite all the articles I've written regarding pond keeping, I seldom write about pond plants.
So here goes...
Pond Plant Health & Factors Affecting Aquatic Pond Plants
The sight of crystal clear water, fishing swimming around, and decorative pond plants is a truly wonderful sight to behold.
The aim of the majority of pond keepers is to maintain this relaxing, tranquil image in the forefront of their minds. The last thing anyone wants is a fish pond containing decaying and lifeless aquatic plants.
Not only is this unsightly, but it also impacts upon the pond water in many ways; including: increased pond sludge, increased levels of ammonia and nitrite, changes to the pH of the water, increased levels of heterotrophic bacteria etc. All these eventually affect the health of pond fish and pond life.
The full article can be read at http://www.garden-pond-filters.com/Newsletters/pond_plant_disease_insects.html
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