Bunched Oxygenator

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Bunched Oxygenator Pond Plant

Bunched pond oxygenators do just that, they make sure your pond has a good deal of oxygen in it!  They also grow quickly, consuming nutrients that might otherwise be snapped up by algae such as the dreaded blanket weed (if you do find yourself beset by this green menace we have some advice for you here). The RHS recommends four to five bunches (each containing three to four stems) as sufficient for each square metre or yard of pond surface area​.

Typical pond care would dictate you drain your pond every 5 – 10 years depending on the size and rake out all your silt and established oxygenators before re-stocking. Having good access to your oxygenators is a good idea as they can become a little enthusiastic at times. If they do start taking over simply lift them out and give them a trim, making sure you remember to take the bits and pieces you’ve removed with you!

The usual bunched pond oxygenator that we have available in season is myriophyllum brasiliensis (red stemmed parrots feather) as suggested by the name it has red stems that contrast nicely with the lush green feathery leaves.

If you have any questions about this plant, please contact us and a member of our friendly store team will be more than happy to answer all of your questions.

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