3 Common Fish Pond Maintenance Concerns
Finally, the garden pond is installed, but what if things don't appear to be quite as perfect as you wanted them to be.
How do you keep backyard ponds in good shape? Here are 3 of the common maintenance issues related to the garden pond: My Pond Will Not Hold Water If the pond seems to lose a lot of water, do not mistake this for evaporation.
It is likely that there is a leak somewhere.
If the leak is located at the bottom of the pond, it's time to drain it.
One of the most effective options to repair a leak is using bentonite.
Sadly, bentonite is often costly, so this isn't a cheap fix.
Even so, it is the best long-term solution to repair leaks in the shell of the pond.
Bentonite can be effective as it swells to 10 to 13 times larger than its starting size once inserted into a leak; this makes a leak proof seal.
In addition it still allows nutrients to be exchanged between deposits in the pond.
Other issues can relate to a plumbing leak.
In this case, with the pump in action, check the hose for a leak and then repair the breach by replacing the segment of hose that contains the leak.
Testing the pH Scale A regular pH test is crucial to maintain the water quality.
You can do a check for acidity using a standard at-home pH testing kit.
A reading of 7 is neutral; a reading that is higher than 7 is alkaline and reading that is below 7 is acidic.
The pH reading should be kept in the region of 6.
8 to 7.
4.
A low pH level can stop proper biological filtration which can stress the fish.
A high pH rating can impact the plants, as well as being harmful to the fish.
The pH reading may change as a result of acid rain, fish waste and soil runoff.
If the pH rating isn't ideal, you can buy specialized pond tablets that can promote a healthier pH range.
Algae Growth in My Pond A minimal amount of algae growth is actually a great sign; this indicates the pond provides a beneficial environment to support fish and plant life.
But, too much algae can a cause of a variety of issues, such as clouding the water and taking the necessary nutrients from the water.
If the pond doesn't include any plants, the chance of algae growth is much greater, so it is a great idea to add plants to the pond.
Over feeding fish is a common cause of excess algae development, so be certain to feed the fish the right amount of food.
This is achieved using an automatic pond fish feeder system.
Prevent future algae growth by installing an ultraviolet sterilization and mechanical filter.
How do you keep backyard ponds in good shape? Here are 3 of the common maintenance issues related to the garden pond: My Pond Will Not Hold Water If the pond seems to lose a lot of water, do not mistake this for evaporation.
It is likely that there is a leak somewhere.
If the leak is located at the bottom of the pond, it's time to drain it.
One of the most effective options to repair a leak is using bentonite.
Sadly, bentonite is often costly, so this isn't a cheap fix.
Even so, it is the best long-term solution to repair leaks in the shell of the pond.
Bentonite can be effective as it swells to 10 to 13 times larger than its starting size once inserted into a leak; this makes a leak proof seal.
In addition it still allows nutrients to be exchanged between deposits in the pond.
Other issues can relate to a plumbing leak.
In this case, with the pump in action, check the hose for a leak and then repair the breach by replacing the segment of hose that contains the leak.
Testing the pH Scale A regular pH test is crucial to maintain the water quality.
You can do a check for acidity using a standard at-home pH testing kit.
A reading of 7 is neutral; a reading that is higher than 7 is alkaline and reading that is below 7 is acidic.
The pH reading should be kept in the region of 6.
8 to 7.
4.
A low pH level can stop proper biological filtration which can stress the fish.
A high pH rating can impact the plants, as well as being harmful to the fish.
The pH reading may change as a result of acid rain, fish waste and soil runoff.
If the pH rating isn't ideal, you can buy specialized pond tablets that can promote a healthier pH range.
Algae Growth in My Pond A minimal amount of algae growth is actually a great sign; this indicates the pond provides a beneficial environment to support fish and plant life.
But, too much algae can a cause of a variety of issues, such as clouding the water and taking the necessary nutrients from the water.
If the pond doesn't include any plants, the chance of algae growth is much greater, so it is a great idea to add plants to the pond.
Over feeding fish is a common cause of excess algae development, so be certain to feed the fish the right amount of food.
This is achieved using an automatic pond fish feeder system.
Prevent future algae growth by installing an ultraviolet sterilization and mechanical filter.
