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Forum: Article: The Big Mistake: Creeping CharlieReplies: 4, Views: 15
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judhay
Gloucester, VA
(Zone 7a)

June 29, 2009
09:15 AM

Post #6753090

I have rocks around my koi pond, and was always pulling Creeping Charlie away from the rocks and the pond. One day, after I was lax at removal, I saw the fish sticking their heads out of the pond to eat it!
It hasn't had any ill effects that I can see, so I now allow it to trail into the water. If only my fish would grow legs and climb out of the pond to graze the alleged "lawn," maybe they could control it. I certainly can't.
Sharran
Calvert City, KY
(Zone 6b)

June 29, 2009
09:54 AM

Post #6753285

Judhay...oh yes, if only.

I had no idea fish would eat it, but I don't even have a pond, so it wouldn't help me at all. You have found one use for it, and though I have tried, I have found none. I don't think I have ever seen such a persistent plant, and one that is so small at that.

Thanks for writing, I hope you are enjoying your summer.
carrielamont
Milton, MA
(Zone 6a)

June 29, 2009
10:15 AM

Post #6753365

Maybe you've found a new source for fish food manufacturers? They'll go door-to-door and beg to pull the creeping charlie from people's yards!
Sharran
Calvert City, KY
(Zone 6b)

June 29, 2009
10:50 AM

Post #6753525

Then send them here, because I could keep them well supplied and get rich in the process!!

Hi Carrie!
carrielamont
Milton, MA
(Zone 6a)

June 29, 2009
11:50 AM

Post #6753814

Hi Sharon! I don't know any, sorry not to be more helpful.


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