Fighting Garden Algae: Keep Your Water Features Clean 🌿

Algae can quickly take over ponds and water features. Here’s how to manage it:

1. Shade: Provide shade to reduce sunlight, which algae need to grow.

2. Barley Straw: Add barley straw to ponds to naturally inhibit algae growth.

3. Beneficial Bacteria: Introduce beneficial bacteria to compete with algae for nutrients.

4. Regular Cleaning: Clean water features regularly to remove debris and algae.

5. Proper Filtration: Use filters to keep water clean and free of excess nutrients.

Tips:

- Avoid overfeeding fish, which can increase nutrient levels in the water.

- Use aquatic plants to absorb nutrients and shade the water.

- Regularly monitor water quality and adjust maintenance practices as needed.