G04-1529 Controlling Pond Plant Growth with Bottom Barriers

Rooted aquatic plants are a natural part of the lake ecosystem and comprise a critical component of a healthy lake. They stabilize shorelines, oxygenate water, provide cover and spawning areas for fish, and provide habitat for aquatic invertebrates that are critical for juvenile fish growth. Although plants are an important part of a lake\u27s ecosystem, it\u27s important to control their growth to assure a healthy, aesthetic environment. This NebGuide offers ideas for controlling plant growth