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There are a number of reasons to have floating plants in a pond. The first, of course, is that when they are in their prime, they are among the more beautiful, and interesting, of all of the plants that are available to pond owners. From the tufty, multicolored mats of Azolla to the magnificent blossoms of Water Hyacinth, this is truly a varied group. Another reason is for algae control. The shade cast by the floating colonies, and the nutrient load that they take from the water, all contribute to the control of many species of algae. At the same time, some species, Azolla and Lemna in particular, actually provide the fish in the pond with a good, nutritious, “home grown” supply of food.

IAP Elodea - Anacharis canadensis
IAP002
Dark green leaves are arranged in whorls around a narrow stem. The plant will develop thickets in the back of aquariums or on the bottoms of ponds. White flowers are borne on short stems on the water's surface throughout the summer. This plant is a good indicator of the quality of your water. In hard water, for example it will sometimes be covered with calcium deposits. It is a good consumer of nitrate in the water and can grow rapidly to fill any niche. An outstanding oxygenator. Sold in bunches, a bunch consists of 6-8 lengths, 6-8 inches long with growing tips. Can be planted in the pond by putting it in with your waterlilies, lotus or bog plants. It can also be anchored with gravel or small stones in shallow water areas.

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IAP Vesicularia
Vesicularia....great medium for spawning fish. Free floating plant. Will attach itself to the rough surface of pond walls to soften the effect of the cement.
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IFP Water Hyacinth - Eichornia crassipes
IFP012
The plant that ate the southeast corner of North America. This is perhaps the most universally known water plant. Large clusters of large lavender flowers are held above the plant, which consists of a bunch of rounded leaves floating on hugely inflated stems. The plants float on the water's surface and are ballasted by large masses of black and purple roots. These roots are what make this species such a valuable asset in the cleaning of water. Everything from Koi pond water to municipal run-off benefits from being filtered by this worthy plant. It produces beautiful flowers, filters water like no other plant, makes an excellent spawning medium for Koi, and makes great compost. Who could ask for anything more? ***CANNOT SHIP to Alabama, Arizona, Louisiana, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, Florida.*******
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IFP Water Lettuce
IFP014
Water Lettuce is one of the perennial favorites among pond keepers. Its ability to filter water and its unusual appearance make it a fitting addition to any medium sized to large pond setting. In smaller ponds or barrels it tends to overwhelm its tankmates. Its leaves are thick, fuzzy, and gray-green. The leaves form a rosette on the water surface. The plants produce runners in all directions and eventually form colonies wherever they are able to sit undisturbed. The flowers are insignificant. Masses of roots extending down into the water are outstanding water filteration aids. *** CANNOT SHIP TO FLA. ***********
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