The days are getting shorter and the leaves starting to change, which means that fall is here. Now is the best time to prepare the koi pool for winter. The koi’s metabolism slows down as the water temperature drops. You will soon get a frost if you don‘t have one yet. Pond flowers such as water lettuce and aterhyacinths must be removed from the pond before the cold…
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Are Pond Pumps Required to Operate Every Day?
A pump’s primary purpose is to oxygenate/freshen water. Ponds that are regularly maintained will not develop toxic gas smells like methane, ammonia, and hydrogen sulphide (spoiled eggs gas). Anaerobic bacteria, microorganisms that live in areas where there is no oxygen, create these toxic elements. Your pump should be run in the early hours of the morning. The water’s…
How to Choose the Right Biological Filter
It can be difficult to find the right filter system for your fish pond. There are plenty of options on the market. Which filter size should I choose? It must be sized correctly to handle the flow of your pump, and it should also get rid all the waste from your fish. It should be simple to clean and provide enough surface area to remove…
Is Net Cover Necessary For Garden Pond In The Winter?
Garden ponds enrich the beauty of any landscape by including a water element that contains different varieties of plants, flowers, and quite often fish. In order to keep the beauty and health of your garden pond in locations with cold winters, certain actions need to be taken to winterize your garden pond. Having a nice little…
Understanding and Calculating Head Pressure of a Pond Pump
Head pressure refers to the resistance that a pump must overcome in order to push water out of a pipe. The pipe that leads to a pond might lead back into it after passing through a filter system. It is important to consider efficiency when designing a pond pumping station. A higher efficiency pump will overcome less resistance…
How to Set up a Submersible Pond Pump
Submersible pond pumps are used to pump water in garden ponds or fountains. They can be used to circulate the water for fish to breathe and for fountains to operate. Submersible pumps work seven days a week and are just like an external pump. This allows you to enjoy your pond anytime. Submersible pumps are…