Liming Fish Ponds Starts with a Soil Test
In South Carolina, where many of our ponds have been constructed in clay soils, pond water quality may be less than ideal for fish management. Liming can be an important step in a productive and...
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Oct 19, 2020 | In the Garden
In South Carolina, where many of our ponds have been constructed in clay soils, pond water quality may be less than ideal for fish management. Liming can be an important step in a productive and...
Learn about these unique filter feeders and how they contribute to water health.
Aug 3, 2020 | In the Garden
“Help! My pond is covered with scum!” As summertime temperatures creep up, so do the number of calls Extension offices receive from residents concerned with nuisance weeds or algae in their pond....
Jun 10, 2020 | In the Garden
Our South Carolina water resources help producers grow the crops we eat, supply drinking water when we turn on the tap, and support industry and our outdoor lifestyle. It is important to recognize...
May 25, 2020 | In the Garden
Hi, there. I am your neighborhood stormwater pond. You might call me by a different name, maybe lagoon, lake, or fishing pond, but chances are if you live in a community with a pond, it’s me, your...
Learn how to manage and maintain your stormwater pond for long-term performance.
Discover best practices for maintaining stormwater ponds and preventing water issues.
May 8, 2020 | Photo Blog, Ponds, Water
Learn how to monitor and adjust pond chemistry for safe, enjoyable recreation.
Discover shoreline maintenance techniques to prevent erosion and support ecosystems.
Apr 8, 2019 | In the Garden
Are eroding shorelines interrupting your picturesque pond view? Shoreline erosion can be a significant pond maintenance issue because it contributes to infill of ponds, water quality issues, and can...
Understand how blue-green algae affect water quality and what steps to take for prevention.
Jan 23, 2015 | Water
Learn the benefits and maintenance of bioretention cells for sustainable water management.
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