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An Overview to Oxygenators

UNDERWATER OXYGENATOR PLANTS: Underwater grasses are the staple of the backyard pond. The most common is Anacharis.

These plants grow completely submerged (although the growth of most will end up reaching the surface). We place these in pots of pea gravel to hold them in place. This keeps them anchored and keeps the pond looking neater.

These plants are an excellent way to remove nutrients from the water.


Anacharis

Anacharis

Anacharis

Popular narrow dark green curved leaflets with long branching stems. Our best selling water garden oxygenator.


Cabomba

Cabomba

Cabomba

Dark green bristle-like foliage on thin stems. White flowers with yellow centers.

Hornwort

Hornwort

Hornwort

Many thin branched stems with whorls of bristle-like foliage. Non-rooting


Parrot's Feather

Parrot's Feather

Parrot's Feather

Silvery green heads float on the water’s surface. Great for biofilters. Float the entire bunch or pot it in a small pot and place it on the shelf..


Koi & Pond Tip of the Day
February 5th, 2012
Ponds with vinyl liners or of fiber glass construction tend to show a decrease in alkalinity over time and may need supplements to maintain an acceptable level. Raise alkalinity by adding Calcium Carbonate, concrete blocks, oyster shells, limestone, or even egg shells.
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