Why Duckweed Takes Over North Carolina Ponds If your pond suddenly looks like it has been covered with a bright green carpet, you may be dealing with duckweed. This tiny floating aquatic plant can spread rapidly across ponds and lakes, particularly w...

North Carolina’s lakes and ponds, from the Piedmont region to coastal plain waterbodies, play an essential role in supporting recreation, wildlife habitat, and property value. Whether managing a private pond near Greensboro or a community lake in Ral...