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.
Treating Overwatered Plants. 1  1. Keep the plant in the shade. 2  2. Tap the pot on each side to try to loosen the roots from the side. 3  3. Place the plant outside of a pot for several hours or a half a day before repotting.  4. Obtain a new pot with drainage 1  holes. 5. Break away soil that has algae on it, being careful not to damage the roots.