In Texas, which has thousands of ponds and a multitude of invasive pond weed species, proper pond management is critical to keeping Texas water clean and healthy. Learning to identify problem aquatic weeds is the all important first step.  Once identified, the proper measures can be taken to initiate sound management and control. Here are some of the more common pond weeds found in Texas and how you can control them.  More...

One common problem among all lake shore owners is that of weed management. Not only can the aquatic weeds clog up and potentially damage a boat’s motor, but quite frequently they are an unpleasant sight and a nuisance in any swimming area. Also, the build-up of algae (ie "pond scum") can lead to a foul smelling environment and render a swimming area unusable. Some lake weeds can even create very dense mats on the surface of a lake that boating through them becomes impossible. More...

There are many species of lake weeds that can overtake a lake shore. Some of the more common lake weeds that grow below water (submerged) include: hydrilla, Eurasian watermilfoil, curlyleaf pondweed, elodea and many others. More...

Aquatic weed management can be a challenging job once invasive aquatic plants gain a foothold. But there are a variety of safe, cost-effective products and services on the market today that can help communities preserve their most important assets. More...