Water Plants
Planning a water garden? Perhaps, you are looking for water gardening tips on certain water garden plants. Maybe you’re yearning for information on using water features in the garden. Whatever the case may be, we can help. The articles that follow contain all the water gardening tips and information you need. From planning a water garden to the types of plants grown in them, we have the answers you seek. Keep reading to learn all about creating backyard water gardens or even those grown in containers.
Water Plants
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Aquatic Weed Control: Tips For Controlling Weeds In Water Gardens
Some of the most lovely plants for pools and ponds become weeds when conditions are favorable for their rampant growth. Once established, these plants are very difficult to control. This article will tell you more about controlling weeds in water gardens.
By Jackie Carroll Last updated
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Uses For Sweet Flag Plants – Learn When And How To Harvest Sweet Flag
While you can use the leaves in teas or simply bruise them for their scent, the most popular part of sweet flag is the rhizome. Learn more about how to harvest sweet flag and common uses for sweet flag plants in this article.
By Liz Baessler Last updated
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Aquatic Rotala Plant: Rotala Rotundifolia Care For Aquariums
Rotala is valued for its easy growth habit, interesting color, and the texture it adds to aquariums. Click to learn how to grow Rotala in aquariums.
By Mary H. Dyer Last updated
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Java Fern For Aquariums: Is A Java Fern Easy To Grow
Looking for an aquarium plant? Maybe java fern for aquariums is just the thing. Click here for information on growing this interesting aquatic plant.
By Mary H. Dyer Last updated
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Water Sprite Care: Growing Water Sprite In Aquatic Settings
What is a water sprite plant? The following article contains information on growing water sprite in aquariums and other aquatic settings.
By Amy Grant Last updated
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Aponogeton Plant Care: Growing Aponogeton Aquarium Plants
Aponogetons are a truly aquatic genus with a variety of different species that are planted in fish tanks or outdoor ponds. Click here to learn more.
By Teo Spengler Last updated
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Outdoor Aquarium Ideas: Putting A Fish Tank In The Garden
Aquariums are generally made for inside the house, but why not have a fish tank outside? Click here for tips and ideas on backyard aquariums.
By Mary Ellen Ellis Last updated
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Hygrophila Plant Care: How To Grow Hygrophila In An Aquarium
Hygrophila is a low-maintenance, attractive plant for your home aquarium. Caring for this plant is easy. Learn all about it in this article.
By Mary Ellen Ellis Last updated
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What Is Duckweed: How To Grow Duckweed In An Aquarium Or Pond
Many who keep fish want to learn more about duckweed and how to grow it in ponds or aquariums. Click this article for more information.
By Susan Albert Last updated
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Fish That Eat Plants – Which Plant Eating Fish Should You Avoid
Growing plants with aquarium fish is rewarding, but if you want to combine plants and fish, learn what aquarium fish to avoid. This article will help.
By Mary H. Dyer Last updated
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Dragon’s Tongue Care: How To Grow Dragon’s Tongue Plants In Water
It may be attractive, but if you’ve used dragon's tongue submerged in water, you’ve likely found that it does not last long. Find out why here.
By Becca Badgett Last updated
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Carolina Fanwort Info – How To Grow Cabomba Fanwort In A Fish Tank
Cabomba fanwort should be closely considered before introduction into the environment. That said, here is growing info for aquarium settings.
By Tonya Barnett Last updated
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Is Pond Fertilizer Bad For Fish: Learn About Fish Safe Fertilizer
Using fertilizer around fishponds must be done with care. Excess nitrogen causes algae, but can also contaminate the water and affect fish. Learn more here.
By Bonnie L. Grant Last updated
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Red Water Lily Leaves: Reasons A Water Lily Has Red Leaves
What if your water lily has red leaves? The answer is usually simple, and the health of the plant isn’t affected. Learn about red leaves on water lilies here.
By Mary H. Dyer Last updated
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Types Of Elodea: Information About Elodea Plants
Not all elodea are native to the U.S. While many are weedy, some varieties of elodea make popular fish tank additions. Click here for elodea varieties.
By Amy Grant Last updated
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What Is Aquascaping – Creating An Aquarium Garden
Aquatic gardening can be a rewarding endeavor, especially when aquascaping. Click this article to learn more about creating an aquarium garden.
By Nikki Tilley Last updated
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Water Snowflake Care – Learn About Snowflake Water Plants
Also known as the little floating heart, the water snowflake is a charming, little, floating plant with delicate, snowflake-like flowers that bloom in summer. If you have an ornamental garden pond, then you'll want to learn more about snowflake water lily in this article.
By Mary H. Dyer Last updated