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Lake Weed Guides

Practical advice for Minnesota lake homeowners on managing weeds, protecting your shoreline, and getting the most out of your lake all season.

Narrow-Leaf Pondweed in a Minnesota lake
Weed Profile

Lake Weed Profile: Narrow-Leaf Pondweed

Narrow-leaf pondweeds are native to Minnesota and can grow up to 10 feet tall in all sediment types. Learn how to identify leafy, sago, and flat-stemmed pondweed and why they are important to your lake's ecosystem.

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Wild Celery in a Minnesota lake
Weed Profile

Lake Weed Profile: Wild Celery

Wild celery is a native Minnesota aquatic plant that benefits local wildlife but can become a recreational obstruction in late summer. Find out how to identify it, when it peaks, and how to manage it effectively.

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Eurasian Watermilfoil in a Minnesota lake
Invasive Species

Lake Weed Profile: Eurasian Watermilfoil

Eurasian watermilfoil has been spreading through Minnesota lakes since the late 1980s. Learn how to distinguish it from native plants like coontail and northern watermilfoil, and why early identification matters.

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