Winter Pond Care
Winter Pond Care
During winter it's crucial to keep an eye on your garden pond, temperatures will drop and can cause harm if not dealt with properly.
Frozen Ponds
If you have a fish pond, make sure to check that it hasn't frozen over. If it has, simply melt the ice with a hot pan or for peace of mind, install a pond heater or water feature which will prevent freezing in the first place. Placing a floating ball can also help to delay freezing. Never smash the ice as the shockwaves can stress out your fish.
Pond Pumps
Leave your pond pump running, it will agitate the water to prevent it freezing and keep your pond and improve the water quality for your livestock.
Maxmise Light
Trim overhanging branches and make sure to clear away snow to allow plenty of light to your pond. This will help plants and algae to photosynthesize and replenish oxygen levels in the water. Adding evergreen plants in the spring can also help keep oxygen levels up.
Feed Fish Less
Your fish will not need feeding as much during the cold months as their metabolism slows down when they detect lower temperatures. Wheatgerm food is ideal in the Winter, as it is easier to digest in cold waters.
Dead Plants
Routinely remove dead or dying plants to aid with all of the above tasks.
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