Setting up plant filter
Setting up a plant filter correctly for your swimming pond can be challenging, especially if you want to do it without pumps or chemicals. Many pond owners struggle with finding the right amount and types of aquatic plants to keep their pond clear and balanced.
We are ready to help you!
Let marsh and oxygen plants take the lead in your pond maintenance with our Complete Plant Filter Pond Package. These plants work together to filter waste and increase oxygen, giving algae no chance. Put mechanical filters aside and opt for a natural solution that ensures a clear, healthy pond. Add the kit and watch nature restore balance on its own. Recommended number: minimum 10-12 individual plants per m³ and 2 baskets of 4 plants per m².
- Natural Filtration at its Best: The Complete Plant Filter Pond Package uses a combination of marsh plants and oxygen plants. These plants work harmoniously together to filter contaminants from the water and increase oxygen levels. This natural filtration helps prevent algae formation and keeps pond water crystal clear without the need for chemicals.
- Sustainable Pond Health: By employing a variety of plants that enhance each other in function, this package creates a robust ecosystem in your pond. The marsh plants absorb pollutants and the oxygen plants pump vital oxygen back into the water, which is essential for maintaining a healthy pond and supporting aquatic life.
- Easy Installation and Maintenance: This package is designed for easy implementation and maintenance. Plants in baskets and loose plants that can be placed directly into the substrate make it easy to create an effective plant filter. Once the plants are in the filter, the plant filter requires minimal maintenance allowing you more time to enjoy your pond.
Complete Plant Filter Pond Package
Complete Plant Filter Pond Package - L
- For 3 - 4 m²
- 84 plants
- Placement: -1 to -20 cm
Complete Plant Filter Pond Package - XL
- For 8 - 12 m²
- 276 plants
- Placement: -1 to -20 cm
Complete Plant Filter Pond Package - XXL
- For 16 - 24 m²
- 552 plants
- Placement: -1 to -20 cm
Tip from Simon: More plants in your pond is always better.
Too few plants increases the risk of algae and plant death. If necessary, choose additional plants you like in addition to the package.
Finally a clear pond!
I already had a plant filter in my pond, but I kept suffering from murky water and algae. Then I came across the Complete Plant Filter Pond Package and thought, why not? I added the extra marsh and oxygen plants from the package to my pond and really, the difference was quickly noticeable. Within a few weeks, the water was much clearer and the algae was almost gone. Now, a few months later, my pond looks better than ever. This package was exactly what my pond needed!
This is what our customers say!
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Oxygenating plants and a bottle of Bacta clear
Purchased: Pond clear package - M
My pond was quite murky, so after a good conversation with Simon, I decided to follow the advice: more oxygen plants and a bottle of bacteria. I ordered the recommended package, but after four days no improvement was visible. Full of disappointment, I contacted customer service. They advised me to be patient and give the process 2-3 weeks. Although I had my doubts about it, I decided to wait anyway. And what turned out? After two weeks, the water started to clear and I even saw frogs that I had never noticed before! Thanks team vdvelde, and apologies for my impatience!
Plants are growing much better now and water is crystal clear
Purchased: POND SUBSTRATE pond substrate - 40 liters
Last year I had a landscaper install a plant filter at my swimming pond, recommending lava and some plants from the local garden center. Unfortunately, things went completely wrong; the plants died one by one and I suffered an algae infestation. After contacting customer service, I was advised to replace the lava with pond substrate and order some more plants. Now, several months later, the plants are growing well, and my filter is finally free of algae.
My little city pond
Purchased: Complete Pond Package - S - Red
I had been dreaming of having a pond in my urban garden for some time, but it always seemed like such a hassle. Online I found a complete package and decided to take the gamble, although I was skeptical about the quality of plants sent through the mail. But to my surprise, everything was delivered neatly and well-packaged. Within no time I had my pond set up. To my delight, after only two months I saw the first water lily bloom, and as icing on the cake I discovered salamanders in my pond. No idea how they got there, but it only adds to the joy. Truly enjoying it!
A must for anyone with a pond (large or small)
Purchased: Simons Pond Advice Book
This book completely meets my expectations. A great guide with lots of great tips on pond construction, pond plants and design.
Highly recommended purchase on my part.
Great book!
Blue lily: beautiful!
Purchased: Hardy Blue Water Lily - Nymphaea Blue Queen
Thank you very much for the generous delivery of the swamp iris "Blue Lis".
The new plants have been planted and I am curious to see if they will bloom this year.
There is good news about the water lily "Blue Queen": It is also blooming here in blue - and how beautiful!
BONUS TIP: Did you also know that you can easily keep water lilies in a plant filter? A water lily thrives in as little as 10 inches of water and can then produce flowers. There is room for a water lily in almost every plant filter. My recommendation is 1 water lily per 0.5 to 3 m²
Large water lilies - 3 Colors
- Combi set
- 3 plants
- Placement: -10 to -100 cm
Frequently asked questions about the Complete Plant Filter Pond Package
The package consists of a carefully selected mix of marsh plants and oxygen plants, supplied both in baskets and loose for direct placement in the substrate. This combination provides natural water purification and algae control.
The marsh plants and oxygen plants in this package work together to filter nutrients from the water that would otherwise feed algae blooms. The plants also add oxygen to the water, which is essential for keeping the water clear and healthy.
Yes, the package can be adapted to different pond sizes. However, it is important to choose the right amount of plants based on the size of your pond to ensure optimal results.
After planting the package, little maintenance is required. Make sure plants remain healthy and remove dead leaves or plants to prevent clogging and excessive organic waste accumulation. Regular monitoring of plant growth and health helps keep the system efficient.