Barley straw is pictured floating on a pond. Pond owners who are experiencing an issue with algae and/or an overgrowth of aquatic vegetation can consider implementing barley straw pond kits and/or ...

Gardeners have been encouraged to do this simple task in April to ensure clear water in their garden ponds all summer long Households with garden ponds are encouraged ...

Question: I started a wildlife pond that will not be using a filter this year because I will be attracting dragonfly larva. Unfortunately, now I have algae in the pond. What are your views on using ...

EASTHAMPTON — Lakes and ponds around the world are experiencing an increased occurrence of algae blooms as a result of warmer temperatures. This has had a particularly significant impact on water ...

Tell us what your business does. Blue Water Ponds cleans ponds and small lakes without herbicides. We use a combination of barley straw and nets to biologically manipulate the pond, which effectively ...

In April, volunteers stuffed 96 onion bags with barley straw and 2-liter plastic bottles for floation and deployed them into Nashawannuck Pond by boats. According to the Nashawannuck Pond Steering ...

The Cayuga County Soil and Water Conservation District is selling barley straw rolls, a natural method for controlling excessive algae growth on ponds. Barley straw does not kill algae, but inhibits ...

Q: I read that tossing a small bale of barley straw into the water garden will keep it clear of algae. Is that true? A: I wouldn't say it stops all algae, but there is some evidence that barley straw ...

Returning to the garden after a bleak winter can feel daunting, with overgrown hedges and murky ponds to contend with. As brighter days begin, and longer daylight hours, it's time to think about ...