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pond care

13/12/2023
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How to Look After a Pond in Winter

The arrival of freezing weather can pose various challenges for pond enthusiasts, from damaged pond equipment to causing havoc to pond life. With this in mind, pond winter care is essential, especially in extremely cold conditions where ponds risk freezing over entirely.  After the autumn leaf cleanup, pond owners must  shift their focus towards safeguarding their livestock, pumps, and filters from the harsh winter conditions. Failing to do so can be fatal for fish and pond life, so it’s crucial to be prepared! While pond winter care may seem daunting... Read More

21/11/2022
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How to Care for Your Pond Fish in Winter

During those cold winter months, your fish’s welfare can become a concern. With temperatures plummeting into the minus degrees and pond surfaces freezing over, people often worry about what happens to your pondlife beneath the ice. It’s in this time that your fish will enter a state of semi-hibernation, resulting in their activity levels decreasing and their metabolism reducing, this means that generally, you won’t need to feed your fish during winter, but it doesn’t mean that they need less care. Our expert team here at Pond Planet have compiled... Read More

08/11/2021

Pond Sludge Tips: What is Pond Sludge and How to Remove It

If you are looking for the answers to all of your pond sludge questions, then you have come to the right place. Here at Pond Planet, we are dedicated to answering all of the questions and queries of pond owners across the country to bring you the tips and advice you need. So, if you have found that pond sludge is your latest enemy, then keep reading to find out how to remove it,  and most importantly, what pond sludge even is? What is Pond Sludge? The question on everybody’s... Read More

08/11/2021

How to Get Rid of Algae in a Pond

For every pond keeper, there is one word that instils terror in their entire beings. Algae. This entirely unwelcome plant life will invade your pond, turning water green and leaving a sludgy film that obscures your beautiful fish and plants in the water. Plus, not only is algae an unsightly and unpleasant distraction in your pond water it can also be very harmful to your pond life as it is known to deplete valuable oxygen. Algae can turn pond keeping from a therapeutic hobby into something that feels more like... Read More

09/08/2021

How often should you clean a fish tank with a filter? Tank Filter Maintenance Tips

Your tank filter is the most important piece of equipment in your aquarium – so much so that not having one could be catastrophic for your fish. It is responsible for removing dirt, debris, and fish waste, ensuring a habitable environment for fish. It also oxygenates your tank water and supports the nitrogen cycle, making it an essential component to the survival of all aquatic life. However, installing a tank filter is not the be-all and end-all of a healthy aquarium, as improper filter maintenance can be as detrimental to... Read More