Annual Check-Ups and Spring Cleaning

• Change out the Bioligical filters (or the lava rock) located in the Bio-Falls™ net no more than once a year.
• Ponds larger than 2,000 gallons may only need a clean-out every few years, and larger ponds may never need a spring clean out! The larger the pond, the easier it is to maintain. Generally you can tell just by looking at the pond. If it looks the same in March as it did in june, then you can skip these steps. Most of our customers have never had to worry about this process.
  • Drain the Pond.
  • Disconnect the Circulation system.
  • Catch the Fish (Drain pond to 12 inches of water in order to catch fish easily and safely).
  • Remove Debris.
  • Rinse the Pond / Spray Rocks.
  • Clean the Filters.
  • Refill the Pond.
  • De-Chlorinate the Water (Check levels).
  • Acclimate Fish

There are hundreds of different types of algae, but they can basically be classified as either green water algae, or string algae. Our goal in teaching you to maintain your water garden is to limit the algae growth and keep it at a highly manageable, optimal level. Some algae will always be there (a little on the rocks and gravel is great!), but we like to do away with the string algae once the Koi have had an opportunity to nibble a bit.

Creating a balanced ecosystem doesn't happen overnight, so please be patient. However, if you purchase your fish 10-15 days after your pond is installed, continue to add the aerobic bacteria and buy a few extra plants, you will join scores upon scores of happy customers.

Welcome to the water gardening World!