We are having very hot weather, upper 90's and lower 100's. My pond doesn't have a lick of shade, and I haven't had very much luck growing any floating plants, WH or WL. Too hot and sunny for WL, and WH looks awful. Next year will be better. Lilies, lotus, and all that :)

I have been keeping an eye on the water temps and for days it has been running about 90-98 degrees during the day, which seems awfully warm for the fish. I have been running some extra aeration to try and help and adding water in the evenings (very slowly) as it evaporates.

Just a while ago, I ran a long 2x4 across the pond and have laid a wood lattice panel over it to give a little shade. The husband thinks I am worrying too much, and I probably am, BUT what are some things you have done to provide some temporary shade?

Thank you

Vickie