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Natives vs. Invasive Aquatic Weeds | What’s the difference between Native Plants and Invasive Plants in my Lake? Summary: When you look out over your shoreline, it is easy to assume that any green plant growing in the water is a "weed" that needs to be removed. However, there is a massive difference between the plants that belong in your lake and the ones that are trying to take it over. Native plants are the "good neighbors" of the underwater world; they have lived in your local area f …

The "Spring Clear-Water Phase": Why Your Pristine Lake Turns Cloudy Every Summer Summary:Many lake owners notice a "magic" window in late spring where the water is incredibly clear, only to see it turn murky by July. This isn't random; it’s a biological cycle called the "Clear-Water Phase." In spring, tiny organisms called daphnia (water fleas) go on a feeding frenzy, eating up all the algae. But as the water warms, fish begin to eat the daphnia, and the algae—now unchecked and fuele …