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.
Warnings. 1  Wear protective gear when removing lily pads from your pond or lake. 2  At minimum, you should wear waterproof boots and coverings whenever you wade into the lake to apply a treatment. 3  When using chemical treatments, you should also wear protective gloves and goggles.arnings. 1  Wear protective gear when removing lily pads from your pond or lake. 2  At minimum, you should wear waterproof boots and coverings whenever you wade into the lake to apply a treatment. 3  When using chemical treatments, you should also wear protective gloves and goggles.