1,429. 12,701. Drought. 10/22/23 08:26 PM. by Tbar. Hall of Fame. This area is dedicated to giving thanks to those who have financially supported Pond Boss. Moderated by: Bruce Condello, ewest, FireIsHot, Pond Boss, teehjaeh57. 03/14/23 03:04 AM. Feb 15, 2022. #4. I have a few mid-size shrub roses near my pond. This one anchors the corner at the top of the waterfall: You can see its relationship to the pond & path in this view from above: I also have three of the same rose on the far side of the upper pool as a backdrop.Garden Pond Forums. Newbies to Garden Ponds. Pond Plants? Fish? Thread starter Jonk Fronk; Start date Jul 10, 2021; J. Jonk Fronk. Joined Jul 10, 2021 Messages 2 Reaction score 0 Country. Jul 10, 2021 #1 Hey Everyone, I'm new to the whole garden pond scene, and I just have a few questions about pond plants. I have a series …Nov 10, 2022 · 15. Dec 13, 2021. Adding height to preformed pond. 8. Nov 16, 2021. A friend that is big into aquariums and I were at a gorgeous display at a big aquarium, and I commented on the plant growth. He says that in the aquarium world, the big push is adding CO2 when the light is on to promote plant growth. For a test, I added CO2 Booster by API ... Jan 24, 2014. #1. Well I hired a well known pond builder to build a 2400 gallon koi pond by converting a block planter box. This builder assured me that no building permit was required and I recall researching this and coming to the conclusion that no permit was required. Bottom line is that the pond was completed at a cost of approximately ...Dec 15, 2019 · But no - a net won't cause water loss and a waterfall that's working right shouldn't suddenly start causing your water level to drop. The last possibility is a leak in the liner. If you shut down the pump and the water keeps dropping, you may have a leak. But that's really the rare case. The solids get filtered by the gravel and the plants feed on the excess nutrients in the water that rises up. You have a low point in the bog wall feeding the water back to the pond. The results are clear pond water and no commercial filters or UV lights are needed. No rinsing of filter pads or backwashing filters.Central FL, zone 9a. Oct 18, 2014. #1. My fish just recently had babies and they are beginning to grow. It's been fun watching this happen for the first time (for me). However, I noticed that the older fish are starting to chase the babies in a very aggressive way. I don't have many plants in the pond and it's too late to start anything now.Garden Pond Forums. About Us. The friendliest pond forum on the net! No matter your level of experience with ponds, there is lots to learn and enjoy here. More about us;Garden Pond Forums. Newbies to Garden Ponds. electrical wiring for my pond. Thread starter Alapondguy; Start date Mar 13, 2018; Alapondguy. Joined Nov 6, 2017 Messages 23 Reaction score 16 Hardiness Zone 8a Country. Mar 13, 2018 #1 Hello, I am in the planning stages of my pond. I already have an outdoor outlet on the back of my …Sep 27, 2023 · 14. Aug 20, 2015. Mystery Deaths - Awful. 63. Aug 3, 2014. Hi all I have an Affinity pond. Had one before at our old house with no issues. I can’t seem to keep fish alive for more than about 6 weeks: Tested water - all seems ok Has UV lamp in filter Any ideas please? Cheers Si. Feb 3, 2023. Rabbithole Garden"s Pond. 20. Dec 5, 2022. Sydney Pond in subtropical garden. 2. Oct 28, 2022. I have a koi pond and the waterfall stopped working suddenly. can I use a 60 gallon aquarium air pump to help keep oxygen in the water until I get a company to fix the waterfall. it's in Florida, extremely hot. there is one koi and 5 ...Step 10. Cut to size then drill through the decking edge and liners into the edging frame, beneath. (Use a residual current device for safety.) Pull the liner taut to creat a neat finish then, using long brass screws, fix the planks in place. How to build a garden pond – drilling the decking planks in place.Own or building a private pond/lake? Want bigger fish? Got Aquatic Plants or moss? Pond Boss magazine, website & forum have answers. We are land and pond management.Jun 22, 2011 · Pond Construction & Equipment. Specific discussions on pond construction and garden pond equipment from liner to water pumps. Which are the best, what they do, and what you might need for your garden pond. …. Ponds, natural swimming pools, perennial puddles, water gardens, water fountains, goldfish ponds and even lakes. Big or small, water features are a wonderful way to add diversity to the garden, yard, or landscape. Explore permaculture techniques for aquatic plants and other uses of water for improving diversity in the landscape.1. Hardiness Zone. 6b. Country. Oct 1, 2020. #2. A net. I fought the heron using a ton of different methods, for years, nothing worked for any length of time until I hung a wide weave net about 2 feet over the pond (in ground). That finally stopped them, they could not strike through the net and reach the fish.(This is definitely not a litigious post. The next door neighbor who put in a h-u-g-e pond, is now deceased, and I am genuinely just wanting information). Background: I live in a pier & beam wooden home built in the 40's (I'm guessing), in SE Texas. The house was moved to its current...Feb 3, 2023. Rabbithole Garden"s Pond. 20. Dec 5, 2022. Sydney Pond in subtropical garden. 2. Oct 28, 2022. I have a koi pond and the waterfall stopped working suddenly. can I use a 60 gallon aquarium air pump to help keep oxygen in the water until I get a company to fix the waterfall. it's in Florida, extremely hot. there is one koi and 5 ...Hi all, 4 months work. new 8'X17'X3' liner-based pond in. easypro small skimmer, 4700 gal/hour mag drive pump and medium aquafalls filter. waterfall is about 4 ft above the pond surface. 10 ft. stream bed contains three ledges and multiple rocks to break up flow. sound is very nice, musical and varied. However, it's not as loud as I'd hoped. …Jul 31, 2022 · Aug 2, 2022. #6. pond Jeb said: This is a follow up to a thread posted in March 2011 by metal mickey. I, like him, am experiencing alot of floating algae that turns to jelly when netted out. Every day I collect it and can accumulate a bucket full in a week. The water is gin clear, but this infestation looks awful. Garden Pond Forums. Garden Pond Talk. Garden pond talk. Thread starter LuvKoi; Start date Aug 26, 2022; L. LuvKoi. Joined Aug 26, 2022 Messages 56 Reaction score 50 Country. Aug 26, 2022 #1 I absolutely love my cannas. Last edited: Aug 26, 2022. Reply. Ad ...Oct 9, 2023 · 1. Hardiness Zone. 5a. Country. Oct 9, 2023. #2. You are going to have to trace back from the power or the hose/water output. Some setups have pumps in a vault or skimmer, often hidden by rocks. Looks like you have a sump pump in the picture, if it is in the pond, that should uncover it. Apr 20, 2011 · New spring pond Fish dying. 45. Jun 4, 2011. 1 month ago I finished constructing a 1200 gallon pond, with a waterfall, 3 pumps, all the works. Its a work of art. Too bad all my fish are dying! Too start it out, like every good novice, I went to my local pet store and bought $150 worth of koi and various types of gold fish. Jan 24, 2014. #1. Well I hired a well known pond builder to build a 2400 gallon koi pond by converting a block planter box. This builder assured me that no building permit was required and I recall researching this and coming to the conclusion that no permit was required. Bottom line is that the pond was completed at a cost of approximately ...New England. Hardiness Zone. 5. Country. Feb 26, 2020. #1. Hi everyone! I keep hearing conflicting reports about how to make an ideal soil mix for aquatic plants...pond forums and vendors consistently suggest a clay-rich soil of some kind, but people who keep planted aquariums insist on much more porous substrates.9b/10a. Country. Jan 30, 2022. #15. Many people add a liner to an older, original pond that begins to leak, often adding sand or clay type soil to pad and cushion the new liner. There may well be concrete or something "down there" that leaks enough to be a pond problem but not leaky enough to drain the hole well enough.14. Aug 20, 2015. Mystery Deaths - Awful. 63. Aug 3, 2014. Hi all I have an Affinity pond. Had one before at our old house with no issues. I can’t seem to keep fish alive for more than about 6 weeks: Tested water - all seems ok Has UV lamp in filter Any ideas please? Cheers Si.A Garden pond forum is an online platform where pond enthusiasts can connect, seek advice, and share experiences about building and maintaining garden ponds. It provides a space for individuals to ask questions, discuss various topics related to pond construction, fish care, water plants, and troubleshoot common issues.Published: Wednesday, 3 April, 2019 at 1:00 pm A pond is the perfect way to attract wildlife to your garden, from frogs, toads and newts to hedgehogs, birds and aquatic insects. Ponds are also lovely for us, too, providing a relaxing spot to sit on a sunny …If you’re looking to add a touch of beauty and tranquility to your outdoor space, consider pond landscaping. A pond can be a great way to create a peaceful oasis in your backyard, while also adding value to your home.1. Pool to Natural Pond Conversion by EscondidoCal. Mar 14, 2023 3:56 PM. 229. Growing Water Hyacinths by sw_gardener. Feb 21, 2023 12:49 AM. 0. Pond Vacuum by MoonShadows. Jan 12, 2023 4:08 AM.Central FL, zone 9a. Oct 18, 2014. #1. My fish just recently had babies and they are beginning to grow. It's been fun watching this happen for the first time (for me). However, I noticed that the older fish are starting to chase the babies in a very aggressive way. I don't have many plants in the pond and it's too late to start anything now.Watch and follow along live. The Next Billion is Quartz’s forum about the next billion people to come online for the first time, largely on mobile phones. It was held in London on May 19. The hashtag is #qznextbillion. A video of the whole ...The Garden Pond Forum is a friendly chat board for anything related to koi, goldfish, and garden ponds. Chat about preparing your pond, plants, and fi... sh for the winter seasons, discuss things such as water testing, chemicals, and algae, and get help with koi fish illness and disease information. more gardenpondforum.co..This is the forum to talk about building your own garden pond equipment from scratch. Forums. New posts Search forums. Showcase. New items Latest reviews Search showcase. Media. New media New comments Search media. ... Garden Pond Forums. About Us. The friendliest pond forum on the net! No matter your level of …Garden Pond Forums. Garden Pond Talk. Garden pond talk. Thread starter LuvKoi; Start date Aug 26, 2022; L. LuvKoi. Joined Aug 26, 2022 Messages 56 Reaction score 50 Country. Aug 26, 2022 #1 I absolutely love my cannas. Last edited: Aug 26, 2022. Reply. Ad ...Koi ponds are a beautiful addition to any home or garden. They provide a tranquil, peaceful atmosphere and can be enjoyed by all ages. Not only are they aesthetically pleasing, but they also provide a great way to relax and enjoy nature.The Garden Pond Forum is a friendly chat board for anything related to koi, goldfish, and garden ponds. Chat about preparing your pond, plants, and fi... sh for the winter seasons, discuss things such as water testing, chemicals, and algae, and get help with koi fish illness and disease information. more gardenpondforum.co..Garden Pond Forums. Garden Pond Talk. Wasps! Thread starter Bodfish; Start date Aug 2, 2021; 1; 2; Next. 1 of 2 Go to page. Go. Next Last. B. Bodfish. Joined Jul 2, 2021 Messages 5 Reaction score 2 Country. Aug 2, 2021 #1 Hello, I have a lot of wasp activity only about 18 inches from my pond, at the bottom of a fence. The pond is part …Garden Pond Forums. Garden Pond Talk . Hi there. Thread starter Oliver Buckle; Start date Sep 21, 2022; O. Oliver Buckle. Joined Sep 21, 2022 Messages 3 ...May 16, 2021. #1. I have a farm pond about 60' across (fairly round) and 5 1/2' deep. I've had trouble with one particular heron for years. I've tried fishing line at intervals and then finally put a 4' fence around it with bird spikes on the top of the stakes. He would stand on the spikes and jump in.Nov 20, 2022 · This is the forum to talk about building your own garden pond equipment from scratch. Sep 19, 2022 · Hi, i'm new to the world of ponds and I have to admit, I never knew it would be so complex! I created a small pond about 2 months ago using a whisky barrel which I lined first with pond liner. The bottom has a layer of aquatic compost followed by some gravel as do the plants in baskets. My... Garden Pond Forums. Garden Pond Talk . Rats. Thread starter Manky Badger; Start date Sep 19, 2009; M. Manky Badger. Joined Sep 19, 2009 Messages 1 Reaction score ...Garden Pond Forums. Pond Construction & Equipment. Post thread Specific discussions on pond construction and garden pond equipment from liner to water pumps. Which are the best, what they do, and what you might need for your garden pond. 1; 2; 3 … Go to page. Go. 79; Next. 1 of 79 ...New spring pond Fish dying. 45. Jun 4, 2011. 1 month ago I finished constructing a 1200 gallon pond, with a waterfall, 3 pumps, all the works. Its a work of art. Too bad all my fish are dying! Too start it out, like every good novice, I went to my local pet store and bought $150 worth of koi and various types of gold fish.Add waterfall to Preformed Bog Pond: 2: Jul 6, 2021: New pond owner whos having trouble. 4: Jul 30, 2016: trouble with neighbour fishing in pond: 12: Oct 2, 2014: Pond pump trouble: 6: Apr 23, 2014: Danner/Pondmaster 24 troubles: 7: Jun 2, 2013: Pond in trouble please help!!! 6: May 1, 2011: New House came with Koi Pond, pump troubles. HELP!! 7 ...Jul 29, 2011. #1. Hello, I manage two concrete ponds. I've installed a plant filter in one that keeps the water crystal clear and healthy for everything living in there, but every time I try on the other one the plants fail to thrive and the water turns brown and ends up smelling like sewage. I've tested all the standard things that my basic ...Jul 27, 2019. Pondless waterfall equipment help. 21. Sep 26, 2018. First goldfish pond, 1000 gallons, put together equipment list, hoping for advice. 6. Jun 22, 2018. Pond Construction & Equipment. I have had to re home my fish due to moving, so l need to sell my pond equipment, I have a Pontec MultiClear Set 15000 and Oase Biosmart 14000 for ...Hello everyone, I acquired a house two years ago that has a very nice pond that was put in by the previous owner who did all the work . It was build to be a natural swim pond and has a dive deck, a live plant filterbed, a river with number of cool waterfall features and a bridge, and a smaller upper pond that the two water returns spill into.What to grow in my pond, parrot's feather? by Frillylily: Apr 29, 2023 2:22 PM: 2: Should I try to wake up my canna? If so, how? by EmpressOfIndia: Apr 28, 2023 6:01 PM: 1: Pool to Natural Pond Conversion by EscondidoCal: Mar 14, 2023 3:56 PM: 229: …Hello, Newbie to the forum here, I am after some advise please, I have 2 ponds in my back garden, 1 average size 15ft x 9ft and approx 2ft deep and the other 19ftx15ft 4.5ft deep at its deepest point.Apr 19, 2014. #14. The idea that concrete blocks can change the pH in a pond is a very old myth. It was once an extremely popular myth. Less so these days. You can use the block without concern for pH, lime, etc. There is no reason to …This is the forum to talk about building your own garden pond equipment from scratch. Forums. New posts Search forums. Showcase. New items Latest reviews Search showcase. Media. New media New comments Search media. ... Garden Pond Forums. About Us. The friendliest pond forum on the net! No matter your level of experience with ponds, there is ...Jun 18, 2023. Replies. 13. Views. 328. Jul 14, 2023. GBBUDD. If you are new to garden ponds and have any questions from setup to stocking this is your place to ask questions.Garden Pond Forums. Garden Pond Talk . Converting pond. Thread starter Froggirl1; Start date Aug 30, 2020; F. Froggirl1. Joined Aug 30, 2020 Messages 6 Reaction score ...Discuss pond showcase entries in the forum, you'll need to create a "showcase" to automatically create a thread in here. Forums. New posts Search forums. ... Garden Pond Forums. About Us. The friendliest pond forum on the net! No matter your level of experience with ponds, there is lots to learn and enjoy here.Mar 21, 2022 · Hardiness Zone. 7A. Country. Mar 22, 2022. #3. I would think you would have to swallow water or not clean your hands well after. Also, if you have any open cuts, keep pond water out of them. I've fallen in my ponds more times than I can count, never gotten sick. Did get bit by a spider while leaning over edge. Garden Pond Forums. Newbies to Garden Ponds. How to repair crack in preformed pond. Thread starter jim c; Start date Jan 26, 2017; J. jim c. Joined Jan 26, 2017 Messages 5 Reaction score 1 Country. Jan 26, 2017 #1 The weight of large waterfall stone cracked my preformed hard plastic pond. It extends 4" vertically from top downward …Examples of aquatic plants include the water lily, Victorian water lily, frog-bit, floating heart, pondweed, water-shield, yellow pond-lily, cape-pondweed and water-chestnut. Aquatic plants have a thin cuticle because most hydrophytes have ...Hardiness Zone. 9a. Country. Jul 20, 2015. #1. We were feeding the fishes earlier today when we noticed a frog in our pond! We were a little surprised, because we have a net on there all the time, and he's looks a little too big to fit through the gaps. Anyhow, we want to put something in place so that the little fella can get in and out ok.9b/10a. Country. Jan 30, 2022. #15. Many people add a liner to an older, original pond that begins to leak, often adding sand or clay type soil to pad and cushion the new liner. There may well be concrete or something "down there" that leaks enough to be a pond problem but not leaky enough to drain the hole well enough.This forum is meant to cover the design, construction and maintenance of ponds, as well as the subject of aquatic plants in general--how to grow them, recommendations for selections, sources for plants, etc.Sep 3, 2018. #1. My sister has 14ft by 6ft deep cement pond filled with orfe/ very large koi and goldfish. We repainted using professional pond sealing paint (£150) a pot. Did everything it said, washed it down after drying etc.. put fish back in and now they’re all dying so far out of 21 fish she has about 4 goldfish left and one ghost koi.Jan 24, 2014. #1. Well I hired a well known pond builder to build a 2400 gallon koi pond by converting a block planter box. This builder assured me that no building permit was required and I recall researching this and coming to the conclusion that no permit was required. Bottom line is that the pond was completed at a cost of approximately ...8a. Country. Jul 2, 2014. #7. I agree with Mucky_Waters. You may have a few leeches that hitched a ride into your pond, attached to aquatic plants. As you describe, they flatten and swim freely with an undulating motion like an eel or snake, when not clinging to some surface with their suction cup mouth.Hello, Newbie to the forum here, I am after some advise please, I have 2 ponds in my back garden, 1 average size 15ft x 9ft and approx 2ft deep and the other 19ftx15ft 4.5ft deep at its deepest point.Garden Pond Forums. Garden Pond Talk. Cost of doing a pond. Thread starter midngn; Start date Mar 5, 2016; midngn. Joined Sep 10, 2008 Messages 19 Reaction score 5 Location Emerson, GA. Mar 5, 2016 #1 I know there are a lot of variables involved, but wanted to get a general idea of the cost of having a pro put in a pond. ...8a. Country. Jul 2, 2014. #7. I agree with Mucky_Waters. You may have a few leeches that hitched a ride into your pond, attached to aquatic plants. As you describe, they flatten and swim freely with an undulating motion like an eel or snake, when not clinging to some surface with their suction cup mouth.The Garden Pond Forum is a friendly chat board for anything related to koi, goldfish, and garden ponds. Chat about preparing your pond, plants, and fi... sh for the winter seasons, discuss things such as water testing, chemicals, and algae, and get help with koi fish illness and disease information. more gardenpondforum.co..Jan 26, 2017 · The weight of large waterfall stone cracked my preformed hard plastic pond. It extends 4" vertically from top downward causing a leak. The Ace Hardware associate told me there is no glue that will repair this "greasy" type plastic. Whatever I use will peal right off when dry, including silicon... 1. Hardiness Zone. 5a. Country. Oct 9, 2023. #2. You are going to have to trace back from the power or the hose/water output. Some setups have pumps in a vault or skimmer, often hidden by rocks. Looks like you have a sump pump in the picture, if it is in the pond, that should uncover it.This worked very well; koi pond is sealed, it seems permanent now. After preparation – mainly cleaning the pond and washing those big rocks, SLC directions were logical. Rocks were coated with SLC-114-AS, a soft, clear spray-lining; fully coated each (of 22 rocks). The bottom of the pond is now lined black and the sides are light grey.Garden Pond Forums. Newbies to Garden Ponds. How to repair crack in preformed pond. Thread starter jim c; Start date Jan 26, 2017; J. jim c. Joined Jan 26, 2017 Messages 5 Reaction score 1 Country. Jan 26, 2017 #1 The weight of large waterfall stone cracked my preformed hard plastic pond. It extends 4" vertically from top downward …Garden Pond Forums. Garden Pond Talk. Freshwater Clams. Thread starter Shdwdrgn; Start date Apr 21, 2014; 1; 2; Next. 1 of 2 Go to page. Go. Next Last. Shdwdrgn. Joined Jul 11, 2007 Messages 1,194 Reaction score 386 Location Colorado - zone 5a Hardiness Zone 5a. Apr 21, 2014 #1 Since another discussion reminded me of …Very few ponds don't have frogs. that being said there are a few things that should be known, American Bullfrogs can be a danger. Adults can eat small fish, they can also eat a good # of things that live around the pond. A 10' or larger Koi would not interest a bull frog but a 4-5" one might be considered a meal if one was hungry.I'm new to this site but have been on the Garden pond forum for a while. Here is the pond that I built a few years ago. On the right you can see the beginning of the water falls that runs down a 45 foot stream. In addition to the main fall there are 4 other small ones.1. Apr 18, 2022. #3. Lots of animals will snag a fish given the chance - raccoons, mink, fishers. We lost two to a skunk one year. We've even spotted a pair of river otter in our neighborhood pond the last couple of years - I'm sure they'd love a big tasty goldfish if they had a chance.Feb 3, 2023. Rabbithole Garden"s Pond. 20. Dec 5, 2022. Sydney Pond in subtropical garden. 2. Oct 28, 2022. I have a koi pond and the waterfall stopped working suddenly. can I use a 60 gallon aquarium air pump to help keep oxygen in the water until I get a company to fix the waterfall. it's in Florida, extremely hot. there is one koi and 5 ...Apr 6, 2012 · Pond skipper. S. Koi fish. Sydney1969; Jul 11, 2023; Replies 2 Views 150. ... The friendliest pond forum on the net! No matter your level of experience with ponds ... Koi ponds are a great way to add beauty and tranquility to your outdoor space. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful spot to relax or a vibrant centerpiece for your garden, koi ponds can provide the perfect backdrop.Apr 6, 2012 · Pond skipper. S. Koi fish. Sydney1969; Jul 11, 2023; Replies 2 Views 150. ... The friendliest pond forum on the net! No matter your level of experience with ponds ... Jan 26, 2017 · The weight of large waterfall stone cracked my preformed hard plastic pond. It extends 4" vertically from top downward causing a leak. The Ace Hardware associate told me there is no glue that will repair this "greasy" type plastic. Whatever I use will peal right off when dry, including silicon... Garden Pond Forums. Garden Pond Talk. Cost of doing a pond. Thread starter midngn; Start date Mar 5, 2016; midngn. Joined Sep 10, 2008 Messages 19 Reaction score 5 Location Emerson, GA. Mar 5, 2016 #1 I know there are a lot of variables involved, but wanted to get a general idea of the cost of having a pro put in a pond. ...For your size bog container maybe 1 inch or 1-1/2 inch, if you can. If your pump has a smaller size for it's output, you can get a reducing bushing to make the larger bog pipe connect to the smaller pump pipe. My bog pipes are 2", but my bog is much larger, somewhere around 12 feet by 5 feet.Rinse the plants well and dip in water with sodium thiosulfate to remove the hypochlorite before putting the plants into the pond. Potassium permanganate is just as effective at disinfecting, but much more safe for the plants. Potassium permanganate at 6 to 12 ppm for 10 to 20 minutes is effective and safe for plants.Uptown cheapskate university park photos, Closest smoke shop near me open now, Kaiser pharmacy clerk salary, Thermo king code 21 repair, Wwwqvc.com, Restaurants near alamance crossing, Stihl fs38 gas mix, Babydoll0905, Pistola de finish, Savvas chemistry textbook answers, Craigslist of monterey county, Beautiful salon near me, Minn kota ulterra wont deploy, Craigs list qca
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is frontier service down in my areaJan 24, 2014. #1. Well I hired a well known pond builder to build a 2400 gallon koi pond by converting a block planter box. This builder assured me that no building permit was required and I recall researching this and coming to the conclusion that no permit was required. Bottom line is that the pond was completed at a cost of approximately ...1. Dec 27, 2019. #3. it is possible to have koi in a pond without a bottom drain. The biggest issue is fish load - 3 koi may be fine in 1500 gallons, but you'd be pushing the limit. Good filtration is a big part of the equation, and that includes plants and good algae growth. If you can achieve that, you'd be fine.Jun 22, 2011 · Building a bog: Before you decide to build a bog, you need to know what you want its primary purpose to be. Total pond filtration. bog filtration combined with another filter. If you want total pond filtration using a bog; By volume, 5-15% the size of the water volume of the pond. By surface area, 10-30% of the pond surface area. Garden Pond Forums. Garden Pond Talk. Converting pond. Thread starter Froggirl1; Start date Aug 30, 2020; F. Froggirl1. Joined Aug 30, 2020 Messages 6 Reaction score 2 Country. Aug 30, 2020 #1 I am new to this forum. I am thinking of selling my home which has a 10 X 10 lined frog pond about 2' deep. I am concerned that a new owner will …Short answer, baking soda dissolved in the pond water will raise your KH. Long term, your pond needs a built in method of buffering KH. Products that have been used include: crushed oyster shells, chicken grit, crushed coral, concrete block, coral rock. GH is your general hardness, your calcium carbonate.9a. Country. Sep 30, 2015. #4. Only Bullfrogs present this problem. Once they reach adult size they will eat anything that will fit into their mouths; fish, insects, other frogs, birds and other small animals. They are considered a nuisance species in many states.Apr 13, 2021 · Garden Pond Forums. Garden Pond Talk . Frogs disappeared. Thread starter michaelsf90; Start date Apr 13, 2021; M. michaelsf90. Joined Aug 8, 2020 Messages 123 ... 21. Dec 31, 2018. New pond build - my happy part of the garden! 29. Dec 31, 2018. Need temporary housing due to Pond drying out (Texas) 17. Jul 27, 2011. hi there. i purchased a home in western nc and it has a spring fed pond. the spring originates up on a hill and flows down into a reservoir then into my pond. for the past few months, the flow ...Koi ponds are a beautiful addition to any home or garden. They provide a tranquil, peaceful atmosphere and can be enjoyed by all ages. Not only are they aesthetically pleasing, but they also provide a great way to relax and enjoy nature.Garden Pond Forums. Garden Pond Talk. Jelly algae. Thread starter pond Jeb; Start date Jul 31, 2022; P. pond Jeb. Joined Jul 31, 2022 Messages 6 Reaction score 0 Country. Jul 31, 2022 #1 This is a follow up to a thread posted in March 2011 by metal mickey. I, like him, am experiencing alot of floating algae that turns to jelly when netted …Before you decide to build a bog, you need to know what you want its primary purpose to be. Total pond filtration. bog filtration combined with another filter. If you want total pond filtration using a bog; By volume, 5-15% the size of the water volume of the pond. By surface area, 10-30% of the pond surface area.Garden Pond Forums. Garden Pond Talk . Frogs disappeared. Thread starter michaelsf90; Start date Apr 13, 2021; M. michaelsf90. Joined Aug 8, 2020 Messages 123 ...Here are 15 Best Pond Forums you should follow in 2023 1. Garden Pond Forums » Fish & Koi Talk The Garden Pond Forum is a friendly chat board for anything related to koi, goldfish, and garden ponds. Chat about preparing your pond, plants, and fi... more …Nov 11, 2011. #2. Peat is rich in tannins, which tint the water brown, preventing as much light from entering the water. I did some experimenting with peat in planted aquaria in the early seventies, and noticed an increase in SOME plant's growth, while others seemed to die back. Basically, plants native to soft, acidic waters benefitted, while ...GardenForums.com a friendly and growing community of gardeners. We feature a Garden Discussion Forum and Garden Photo Gallery. It's a fun and friendly place to talk with other gardeners, ask questions, share you knowledge, view and post photos and more! Whether you're a master gardener, or brand new to the hobby, you'll find something of ...Very few ponds don't have frogs. that being said there are a few things that should be known, American Bullfrogs can be a danger. Adults can eat small fish, they can also eat a good # of things that live around the pond. A 10' or larger Koi would not interest a bull frog but a 4-5" one might be considered a meal if one was hungry.Jun 12, 2011 · Garden Pond Forums. About Us. The friendliest pond forum on the net! No matter your level of experience with ponds, there is lots to learn and enjoy here. More about us; Learn and share everything about gardening. Ask questions, get answers, & share your experiences ... The Pond Thread. Sep 24, 2023; ... Forum statistics. Threads ...Hello everyone, I acquired a house two years ago that has a very nice pond that was put in by the previous owner who did all the work . It was build to be a natural swim pond and has a dive deck, a live plant filterbed, a river with number of cool waterfall features and a bridge, and a smaller upper pond that the two water returns spill into.Ponds are a great way to add beauty and serenity to your outdoor space. Whether you’re looking to create a tranquil retreat or an eye-catching focal point, pond landscaping can be an exciting and rewarding project.The friendliest pond forum on the net! No matter your level of experience with ponds, there is lots to learn and enjoy here. More about us; Terms and rules; Privacy policy; HelpEver since the early days of Pong, computer gaming has been an engaging pastime. Initially, gamers often turned to forums and message boards to meet these needs — until Discord arrived. This chat platform made it possible for them to talk t...Super simple and very effective but not too sexy. A sexier choice is to make your pond into the settlement chamber. As you've already read people say 10%, or whatever, of the pond is the min size, but bigger is better. Well making the pond the chamber is 100% so that's pretty good.Oct 25, 2023 · Dec 5, 2021. Hi everyone, I had the pleasure of getting a beautiful family of 13 full grown koi (one is 27", 2 others 24"s and then down from there) and 1 turtle. I have them in a 10 ft wide intex pool. The pool is on my master bedroom covered patio. No sun exposure. Garden Pond Forums. Pond Construction & Equipment. Post thread Specific discussions on pond construction and garden pond equipment from liner to water pumps. Which are the best, what they do, and what you might need for your garden pond. 1; 2; 3 … Go to page. Go. 79; Next. 1 of 79 ...Garden Pond Forums. Garden Pond Talk. Pond water level keeps dropping. Thread starter Pkb; Start date Dec 15, 2019; 1; 2; Next. 1 of 2 Go to page. Go. Next Last. P. Pkb. Joined Dec 15, 2019 Messages 7 Reaction score 0 Country. Dec 15, 2019 #1 Hi. I was wondering if anyone can help me. I have had my pond for 6 years now but …May 16, 2021. #1. I have a farm pond about 60' across (fairly round) and 5 1/2' deep. I've had trouble with one particular heron for years. I've tried fishing line at intervals and then finally put a 4' fence around it with bird spikes on the top of the stakes. He would stand on the spikes and jump in.I'm new to this site but have been on the Garden pond forum for a while. Here is the pond that I built a few years ago. On the right you can see the beginning of the water falls that runs down a 45 foot stream. In addition to the main fall there are 4 other small ones.Mar 9, 2009. Messages. 75. Reaction score. 0. Mar 9, 2009. #3. My mother took 4 cement filled bases, put some poles in it, and swagged material over the pond then took xcess material on either end and wrapped it around the poles to disguise them and planted plants around the base to hide those! It turned out to be a great addition to her …Jun 12, 2011 · Garden Pond Forums. About Us. The friendliest pond forum on the net! No matter your level of experience with ponds, there is lots to learn and enjoy here. More about us; Filling in a pond. 3. Jun 10, 2012. Filling pond with hose. 21. Jun 5, 2012. I lost fish due to raccoons so I installed an electric fence and I was happy as could be. A few months later I lost 22 beautiful long tailed shubunkins, they were gorgeous and quite large. The thief was a very large blue heron.Apr 13, 2021 · Garden Pond Forums. Garden Pond Talk . Frogs disappeared. Thread starter michaelsf90; Start date Apr 13, 2021; M. michaelsf90. Joined Aug 8, 2020 Messages 123 ... Jul 20, 2015 · Hardiness Zone. 9a. Country. Jul 20, 2015. #1. We were feeding the fishes earlier today when we noticed a frog in our pond! We were a little surprised, because we have a net on there all the time, and he's looks a little too big to fit through the gaps. Anyhow, we want to put something in place so that the little fella can get in and out ok. Jul 14, 2022 · It can surely be done. But in terms of a traditional swimming pool, I think it's rarely done because most people have some set expectations of how a pool should look and operate vs. a pond, and a black pond liner is not really in line with what most people who want a pool would want. You can use all the same principles to build a pool that you ... Nov 11, 2011. #2. Peat is rich in tannins, which tint the water brown, preventing as much light from entering the water. I did some experimenting with peat in planted aquaria in the early seventies, and noticed an increase in SOME plant's growth, while others seemed to die back. Basically, plants native to soft, acidic waters benefitted, while ...Pond Construction & Equipment. Specific discussions on pond construction and garden pond equipment from liner to water pumps. Which are the best, what they do, and what you might need for your garden pond. ….Mar 23, 2012 · The larger pond was built 16ish years ago and is solid concrete with a 4inch drain at the bottom and the smaller was built sometime before I was born and is a lined pond, there is a 4inch hole between each pond, the fish used to fit through, now only the smaller fish can, we have alot of other visitors to the smaller pond, frogs, toads, newt ... Jul 14, 2022 · It can surely be done. But in terms of a traditional swimming pool, I think it's rarely done because most people have some set expectations of how a pool should look and operate vs. a pond, and a black pond liner is not really in line with what most people who want a pool would want. You can use all the same principles to build a pool that you ... 21. Dec 31, 2018. New pond build - my happy part of the garden! 29. Dec 31, 2018. Need temporary housing due to Pond drying out (Texas) 17. Jul 27, 2011. hi there. i purchased a home in western nc and it has a spring fed pond. the spring originates up on a hill and flows down into a reservoir then into my pond. for the past few months, the flow ...8a. Country. Jul 2, 2014. #7. I agree with Mucky_Waters. You may have a few leeches that hitched a ride into your pond, attached to aquatic plants. As you describe, they flatten and swim freely with an undulating motion like an eel or snake, when not clinging to some surface with their suction cup mouth.Hi, i'm new to the world of ponds and I have to admit, I never knew it would be so complex! I created a small pond about 2 months ago using a whisky barrel which I lined first with pond liner. The bottom has a layer of aquatic compost followed by some gravel as do the plants in baskets. My...Specific discussions on pond construction and garden pond equipment from liner to water pumps. Which are the best, what they do, and what you might need for your garden pond.Apr 18, 2021. #1. Hi, I am looking to build a large Koi pond myself. I know there is no specific planning law related to ponds but know there are building regulations, the problem is a cannot find them anywhere. The proposed pond will be approximately 5 meters from my home but the problem is the pond will be within about 6 to seven foot …Garden Pond Forums. DIY - Do It Yourself. Green pond water. Thread starter Steve2324; Start date Jun 11, 2018; 1; 2; 3; Next. 1 of 3 Go to page. Go. Next Last. S. Steve2324. Joined May 21, 2018 Messages 61 Reaction score 8 Country. Jun 11, 2018 #1 pond is finally finished and I have had the bog filter/ waterfall running for around 2 weeks …Sep 30, 2015 · 9a. Country. Sep 30, 2015. #4. Only Bullfrogs present this problem. Once they reach adult size they will eat anything that will fit into their mouths; fish, insects, other frogs, birds and other small animals. They are considered a nuisance species in many states. Hello everybody One of the most spectacular effects in water gardening is the addition of underwater lights to a pond. Underwater or submersible pond lights, can be used with clear lens or various colored lenses. Pond lights are usually 20 watts (but you may use 10 watt lights for very small ponds) and require a 12 volt transformer.Winterizing help. 2. Nov 30, 2011. New mini-ponder here. I live in IL, Zone 5B. I have a 30 gal in the ground mini-pond I put in back yard over the summer. I purchased 6 White Cloud fish. ( Apparently they were never given the "talk" about the birds and the bees and now have about 2gazillion fish teeny weeny White Clouds!)...3. Country. Sep 12, 2023. #1. We've recently bought a property that came with a spring-fed pond that had been neglected for years. I think the previous owners put in a clay bottom in a boggy area to make the pond, so it doesn't have a liner. It was obvious that there had been a pump, but we never could find a waterfall, so we just ignored that.Hello everyone, I acquired a house two years ago that has a very nice pond that was put in by the previous owner who did all the work . It was build to be a natural swim pond and has a dive deck, a live plant filterbed, a river with number of cool waterfall features and a bridge, and a smaller upper pond that the two water returns spill into.While many think of manmade water features when they hear the word “pond,” ponds are more than just decorative garden elements. In fact, there are plenty of naturally occurring ponds in a variety of different climates all over the world.Sep 4, 2023. #1. I have a problem with green algae in my pond (no fish, no vegetation). Twenty years ago when the company built my pond and waterfall and has been maintaining it ever since, this company recommended putting a three inch chlorine tablet in the pond to deter algae. Over time, I have had many problems with the submersible pumps ...Garden Pond Forums. Newbies to Garden Ponds. Possible noisy pump. Thread starter Boothy; Start date Sep 20, 2014; B. Boothy. Joined Sep 19, 2014 Messages 4 Reaction score 2. Sep 20, 2014 #1 Hello guys, When we bought our house I inherited an existing pond with a couple of fish in it, it had a rather large ...Welcome to Garden Pond Forums where you can ask questions or find answers on anything related to ponds, koi and other fish. Please join our friendly community by clicking the button below - it only takes a few seconds and is totally free. You'll be able to ask questions about your pond or chat with the community and help others.Then pump out the water. Then fill with the same soil type, clay, up to the top soil loam layer. The fill soil is tamped (compressed) every 4-6" of added clay. This greatly reduces settling. Loam top soil is added at the same depth as the rest of the yard, also tamped every 4-6". Can be leveled off right away and seeded.Creating a beautiful outdoor space can be a great way to relax and enjoy the outdoors. Whether you’re looking to create a tranquil retreat or an inviting gathering spot, adding a pond to your backyard can be the perfect way to transform you...Placing the bait in a small enclosure with a wasp size entrance close to the wasps nests would cut out collateral damage. You would never believe the small size of holes they can squeeze through. We use #8 hardware cloth to contain them 1/8 inch. And chew through anything they want to get through, well not concrete.Sep 19, 2022 · Hi, i'm new to the world of ponds and I have to admit, I never knew it would be so complex! I created a small pond about 2 months ago using a whisky barrel which I lined first with pond liner. The bottom has a layer of aquatic compost followed by some gravel as do the plants in baskets. My... Other than that You get the idea. But to get back to the pump noise you can hear it running when stood in front of the pond or if you put your ear to the sleeper. Obviously the pond is raised so you will get more noise than with one 3' underground but the pond is on a solid base and I am more concerned about the Fish.Sep 4, 2023. #1. I have a problem with green algae in my pond (no fish, no vegetation). Twenty years ago when the company built my pond and waterfall and has been maintaining it ever since, this company recommended putting a three inch chlorine tablet in the pond to deter algae. Over time, I have had many problems with the submersible pumps ...UV is 100% effective when sized, installed and maintained correctly. Therefore, if your pond is still green it is because one of those 3 things isn't correct. Buying more and more UV units could fix a sizing …When I bought my house last year it came with a small garden pond well-stocked (in fact probably a bit overstocked) with fish - some quite large carp, goldfish, one or two koi. It has a series of small upper ponds and the water circulates in that way. We had the pond cleaned last summer and have...Garden Pond Forums. Garden Pond Talk. Freshwater Clams. Thread starter Shdwdrgn; Start date Apr 21, 2014; 1; 2; Next. 1 of 2 Go to page. Go. Next Last. Shdwdrgn. Joined Jul 11, 2007 Messages 1,194 Reaction score 386 Location Colorado - zone 5a Hardiness Zone 5a. Apr 21, 2014 #1 Since another discussion reminded me of …Garden Pond Forums. Garden Pond Talk. Extension Cords. Thread starter herzausstahl; Start date Mar 4, 2012; 1; 2; 3; Next. 1 of 3 Go to page. Go. Next Last. herzausstahl herzausstahl. Joined Jul 2, 2011 Messages 790 Reaction score 363 Location Northeast Wisconsin Zone 4a/5b Hardiness Zone 4a. Mar 4, 2012 #1 I forget which …Koi ponds are a beautiful addition to any backyard. They provide a tranquil atmosphere and can be a great way to relax and enjoy nature. But, finding the perfect koi pond in your area can be a challenge. Here is the ultimate guide to locati...Aug 28, 2023. #1. The garden pond water has changed colour to green I thought it was suspended particles I have treated it with a solution bought from pond keeper. But it is not clearing at sll. The fish are healthy swimming around we have oxygenation plants in there and water lillies. We have emptied the water out and refilled it up again.Garden Pond Forums. Garden Pond Photography. Post thread Post pictures of your garden pond here. Photo of the Month. Enter or vote on our monthly competition in here. Sub-forums: POTM Winners October 2023 Photo of the Month - Voting Time! Sep 25, 2023; Ian; 1; 2; 3 … Go to page. Go. 26 ...Jan 24, 2014. #1. Well I hired a well known pond builder to build a 2400 gallon koi pond by converting a block planter box. This builder assured me that no building permit was required and I recall researching this and coming to the conclusion that no permit was required. Bottom line is that the pond was completed at a cost of approximately ...Country. Apr 29, 2012. #4. Lindsay. So if the pump is a submersible one just sitting on the bottom of the pond you can just attach a hose to it and drain all the water out that way. Then you could just muck out the gunk w/ a plastic shovel or some kind of scooper. Rinse and drain some more.Lawn Grass to Ponds Edge. 15. Jun 12, 2014. Pond Construction & Equipment. just about finished construction of our koi pond. Will add pictures. We have had a phone call from Leeds city council to say that one of our neighbours has complained about the height of the new fence we have built. We prompltly reduced the height and the …Very few ponds don't have frogs. that being said there are a few things that should be known, American Bullfrogs can be a danger. Adults can eat small fish, they can also eat a good # of things that live around the pond. A 10' or larger Koi would not interest a bull frog but a 4-5" one might be considered a meal if one was hungry.Garden Pond Forums. Winterizing Your Pond. Zone 5 Wintering. Thread starter TK9NY; Start date Jul 26, 2016; 1; 2; Next. 1 of 2 Go to page. Go. Next Last. TK9NY. Joined Jun 18, 2016 Messages 19 Reaction score 9 Location Glens Fall, NY Hardiness Zone 5a Country. Jul 26, 2016 #1 Starting my research early - plus planning a few changes …The EDPM only needs to be over lapped by a small amount (4-10"), but a little extra is OK. The overlap of course should be sloped down stream and not be in standing water. The trick is to place a gap between the 2 liners to stop capillary action. If you use any goop you have to let it dry before laying the top layer.Hi, I searched the forums to see if this question had been asked before, but I don't see it, so here goes. I'm considering buying a house with a koi pond. I'm starting from scratch with my knowledge. House is in Colorado at about 6000 ft, so extreme temperature swings. What questions should...A Garden pond forum is an online platform where pond enthusiasts can connect, seek advice, and share experiences about building and maintaining garden ponds. It provides a space for individuals to ask questions, discuss various topics related to pond construction, fish care, water plants, and troubleshoot common issues.125. May 25, 2023. j.w. Inherited a pond / bath tub in my front garden 3 10 inch koi and 2 gold fish its shocking i know sk this week end i having a 3m x 2m x1m pond dug out. Dashwin. Jul 20, 2021.Pond Boss magazine, website & forum have answers. We are land and pond management. Register Log In Pond Boss Forums: Forums Member List Active Threads: Pond Boss Magazine Advertisment Newest Members: Cody Low, Shiras, Salty James, LCDL2F, B storm 18,295 Registered Users: Forum Statistics: Forums 36. Topics …New to Garden Pond Forums: 3: Aug 10, 2019: New to the GP Forums... 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