What the heack is Phragmites

What the Heck is Phragmites?

What the Heck is Phragmites? Phragmites (pronounced frag-mite-eez) is a tall, dense, reed-like grass that’s invading wetlands all over Michigan. Around here, we just call it “frag”—because once you’ve dealt with it, you’ll be on a first-name basis too. This plant is no ordinary nuisance. Frag grows in thick, impenetrable stands that choke out native…

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Lily Pads: Pretty Plant or Pond Problem?

Lily Pads: Pretty Plant or Pond Problem? At Savin Lake Services, we love nature. We also love helping people enjoy their lakes and ponds without turning them into a jungle of lily pads! Lily pads can be beautiful, sure—but when they take over, it’s like your lake grew a green carpet overnight. Let’s talk about…

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Fighting Phragmities

Phragmities is an invasive species here in Michigan. Savin Lake Services uses modern drone technology to help control it. Phragmities is actually a beautiful plant which is used decoratively both outdoors and indoors. Unfortunately, the species if Phragmities called Phragmites Australis is not native to Michigan and chokes other native plants. For this reason, the…