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.
Scrub the algae off the sides of the pond and water features with a brush. This method is very effective when used in conjunction with a filter. Use an algaecide to kill pond algae. If you prefer a natural additive, add barley straw or barley extract to the pond water.