Regarding the pondweed, I was told it was American Pondweed. I checked the photos and that does look like it. There's something else in there too that's more... slimy that comes up with the hook sometimes if you go too deep. It doesn't look like any of the algae in the photos, so I'm not sure exactly what that is. Any help would be great.

Also, I've been thinking over the recommendation to stock GSH fry by the bulk. I think I might want to try that. What time of year would be the best time to put those fry into my pond? Is it a certain water temp I'm shooting for, or should I base it on some other factor?

Thanks.