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Earlier in the thread you mentioned that your pond is low maintenance now
Your photos are very much in line with how I would like our pond to look. With the exception of maybe a 100 foot or so clear mowed area on one shore.
How long did it take to get established and did you have a knowledge source to make suggestions or just figure out as you went?
Given the late fall completion schedule I am guessing I could be ready to plant in the spring if the hole fills by then or should I wait longer?

I've contacted NRCS but they seem to be displaced at the moment over the budget mess. They have offered to look into it but I would appreciate any other suggestions as well in the meantime.
Thank you for all