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Fishworks
Don’t miss this years Koi Rodeo! Imported Koi Fish
Lamoureux Greenhouses 30th Anniversary
With over 10 years of experience in water
gardening we are ready to share our knowledge with you.
In the wonderful world of fishworks you
will find all of the plants and creatures that you need
to have a beautiful functioning all natural pond.
Looking for fish…We have what
you’re looking for.
With two large ponds on the property
used exclusively for the breeding of Koi, we are
able to offer you fish from small to large and extra
large.
We also offer several other species
of fish that will be hardy for your outside garden. |
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Looking for supplies
or more information to start your water garden?
We have it all from a whiskey barrel pond to whatever
size you envision - we have the products to make
your dream a reality.
We are the only distributor
of Fiber Tech ponds in the area. We offer fiberglass
pre-formed pools in many shapes & sizes. |
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Looking for a pond
that has a more natural shape? We offer the 45 mil
rubber liners in various lengths and widths.
We also offer a complete
line of little giant pumps and filters for any size
pond.
Pumps, heaters, repair
kits, pond biological products, we have it all!! |
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List
of Plants
Floating plants
Floating plants are set on the surface of the pond
where they will spread and multiply rapidly. They
provide shade and combat algae growth in the pond.
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Water Hyacinth
(Eichornia crassipes)- Lavender blue flowers
(annual), the most widely used water plant
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Water Lettuce
(Pistia stratiotes)- Light green lettuce like
foliage (annual)
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Rosette Water
Lettuce- More compact than common water lettuce
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Duck Weed (Lemna
minor)- Tiny floating leaves – good natural
pond fish food
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Oxygenators
These plants grow below the surface in pots placed on
the bottom or on bricks at different depths. They add
oxygen to the water and provide spawning areas for the
fish.
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Anacharis (Elodia
densa)- Whirls of deep green leaves
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Cabomba (C. caroliniana)-
Feathery green & purple leaves
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Hornwort (Ceratophyllum
demersum)- Helps control ammonia and nitrates
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Parrots Feather (Myriophyllum
Aquaticum)-Feathery leaves creep on surface of
water
Hardy Water Lilies (Nymphaea)
Water lilies are the most important plant in the pond.
Their leaves shade the water surface (helping to control
algae growth, cooling the water, & providing shelter
for fish) plus once established they bloom from May-September.
Hardy Lotus
The lotus is a symbol of purity and beauty. Remarkably
hardy, lotus grace the pond with spectacular blooms
from summer thru fall. Smaller Chinese lotus are
ideal for container water gardens.
Hardy Marginal Plants
Shallow water plants, featuring a wide range of
foliage, texture, height, and flowers, creating
a natural transition from shallow water to ponds
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Tropical Marginal Plants
Tropicals add a dramatic accent to the ponds edge.
Though tropicals are only hardy in zone seven thru
ten, most can be easily over-wintered as house plants.
Recommended depth is zero to six inches of water over
the top of the pot. |
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Fish
Fish are an essential part of a properly running pond.
They help maintain the ecological balance, control insects,
and eat mosquito larvae. They can also become your favorite
pet.
Scavengers
Controls algae and consumes debris
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