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            F  T  7  6  14  13  21  20  28  27                                       Adding some form of aeration  to your pond can help with oxygen  depletion issues. This can take  the form of fountains, underwater  diffusers, or agitators. Aeration  not only provides an immediate  supply of oxygen for fish, but also  reduces stagnation, facilitates   • Monitor tree and shrub plantings.
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