Lycopene is believed to reduce the risk of prostate cancer. Dietary sources of antioxidants known as lycopene include the tomato, which is also rich in vitamin C and other natural antioxidants. Anthocyanins are natural antioxidants that may help the body maintain healthy blood sugar levels.
Research plants native to your area that can be used to shade a garden pond. Native plants require less maintenance and have a higher chance of flourishing. Also, make sure you know how tall and wide the plant will be when fully mature. This will help you when spacing out your plants.
1 Shade: At least 50% of your pond should be covered by vegetation or another type of shade. 2  Your koi fish need a proper mix of sun and shade. 3  Oxygen: It's important to have a source of oxygen in your pond.4  Getting a pump to circulate and aerate your fish pond water, infusing much-need oxygen into your koi carp pond.eyond depth and temperature, your koi/carp/fish need a few important things in a pond habitat: 1  Shade: At least 50% of your pond should be covered by vegetation or another type of shade. 2  Your koi fish need a proper mix of sun and shade.