Fact Sheet Winter Care For Your Pond

Seasonal Care As colder weather approaches, the pond owner must prepare for winter. Installing netting may help prevent falling leaves from entering the pond. Cut back and remove dead plant matter. Some plants must be moved indoors for the winter The pond should be treated to a general cleanout, including changing up to 20% of the water. During the winter, keep an area of the pond's surface free from ice. This allows noxious gasses to escape from the water and allows the water to stay oxygenated. A heating or circulating deicer can be used to prevent a total freeze-over. Krew Kuts 100 watt heater is ideal. Your pond will require another general clean-up in the spring. It may take several weeks for the water to regain its balance as temperatures rise. Monitor pond chemistry closely with a test kit. It may be necessary to add some beneficial bacteria to accelerate the natural cycle of the pond. . Call For Price 440-320-7854