Are you considering installing a pond in your back garden? If so, you’ll need to get equipped with a whole host of accessories to keep the water clean and creatures healthy.
While ponds may be a highly appealing feature of any garden, they require sufficient maintenance. The good news is that with some key accessories, your job will be much easier to manage.
If you need a little bit of inspiration on what equipment to purchase for your pond, you’ve come to the right place. We’re going to list some of the key accessories to add to make a note of:
Pond aerator
Much like humans, fish and other aquatic creatures rely on oxygen to survive. Yet, there are some instances when oxygen levels can be low, which can harm or even kill organisms.
With this in mind, keeping oxygen levels high throughout the year is a priority. This can be achieved through the use of pond aerators which stimulate water flow through and pushes oxygen around the pond. You can visit water-garden.co.uk for Pond Aerators.
Pond vacuum
During the autumn and winter months, in particular, debris is likely to fall into the pond, which can harm plants and creatures if not cleaned thoroughly. Not only does it pollute the pond with foreign objects, but the build-up of leaves may prevent
Oxygen infiltration through the water.
To clear debris quickly, using a pond vacuum would be a simple approach to cleaning the pond thoroughly and unclogging filters. As pond vacuums only suck up a very small amount of water, you don’t have to find a temporary location to house your fish.
Pond liner
All ponds should be reinforced with a specialised fabric pond liner to retain the water within the dug-out hole location and prevent it from seeping out. If chosen carefully, a high-quality pond liner could last up to 30 years. However, it would be worth checking the guarantee before purchasing due to the differing qualities of the material.
Check for any holes in the liner regularly. Some signs to look out for include large leakages in your garden or reduced pond water levels. If you spot any of these signs, replace your pond liner immediately.
Skimmer net and cleaning brush
When small amounts of debris fall onto the surface of the water during the summer months, a quick skim of the water is all that’s needed to pick up random leaves and twigs. This only takes a few minutes each day and will prevent a build-up later down the line. To finish off, scrub waterfall features and the pond liner with a cleaning brush to keep the water clear.
Pond cover nets
Pond nets come in a wide range of sizes and can be trimmed to suit the size of your pond. It is often down to personal preference as to whether a cover net is used but it can be beneficial in preventing debris from touching the pond surface, as well as keeping predators at bay.
