In New England’s delicate wetland ecosystems, invasive plant species like Phragmites australis, commonly called the common reed, pose a growing challenge. At Water and Wetland, we help landowners, municipalities, and conservation groups across the re...

Ponds with earthen bottoms serve many purposes—from supporting wildlife to offering recreational space—but without proactive care, they can become ideal breeding grounds for mosquitoes. While chemical options exist, they often pose risks to non-targe...

Phosphorus is one of the primary drivers of algae blooms in freshwater ecosystems. While it plays a necessary role in aquatic plant growth, elevated phosphorus levels can cause imbalances that threaten water quality and aquatic life. This is particul...

Targeted Invasive Weed Control for Lakes and Ponds Across the Northeast Curly-leaf pondweed (Potamogeton crispus) is one of the most aggressive invasive aquatic weeds threatening waterbodies throughout the Northeast. With its crinkled, reddish-green ...

Protecting Your Shoreline Starts with Native Plants If your pond banks are washing away, you’re not alone. Shoreline erosion is a widespread concern across New England—but the fix doesn’t have to be expensive or high-maintenance. At Water & Wetla...

How proactive pond care protects your community’s stormwater system—and keeps you in line with local requirements In many New England communities, stormwater ponds are more than just scenic features. They’re engineered systems designed to manage runo...

Your pond’s appearance isn’t just shaped by what’s in the water—it’s a reflection of everything that happens on the land around it. Murky water, floating algae, and overgrown weeds may seem like isolated in-pond problems, but they usually start furth...

Discover how vegetation mapping helps Water and Wetland provide efficient, eco-friendly aquatic vegetation control and management. Learn how it helps restore balance to your waterbody. At Water and Wetland, we understand that managing aquatic vegetat...