Setting up the pond
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With the right approach and a good planting plan, you can save a lot of money and maintenance. The planting plan immediately affects, for example, the depth of the pond. So don't dig first and only then think about the planting plan, but do it the other way around. Plants are quite capable of filtering the water themselves and keeping it clear, clean and healthy. A good planting plan ensures that algae have little or no chance to grow.
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To set up your pond properly, it is important to use aquatic plants that will help naturally filter the water and keep your pond clean. Also add a layer of pond substrate to help plants take firm roots and support beneficial bacteria.
Want to know what it takes to set up your pond from scratch so that it naturally keeps itself clear and balanced? Walk through our pond check.
Rather be ready in one go? Then choose a complete pond package, a choice of different colors and composed so that your pond keeps itself in balance without you having to worry about it.
If your pond is still not clear after a few weeks, there may be a few elements missing to achieve natural balance. We recommend that you do our pond check . Here you will find a step-by-step guide to creating a biologically balanced, self-sustaining pond.
Use our pond check where it shows step by step what your pond needs to stay naturally balanced. This will help you quickly find the right balance for a clear and healthy pond.
It is best to use tap water when filling your pond. Although tap water may contain some calcium, it is safe and contains the right bacteria that help build a stable ecosystem. With groundwater, you don't know exactly what substances or bacteria it contains, and that can pose risks to your pond's biological balance.
When you build your pond, our pond check can guide you step by step to a low-maintenance pond that balances itself naturally. You can find the check here: Pond Check.
We also offer Complete Pond Kits, which make it easy to create a healthy and well-balanced pond from the start.
Excessive algae formation in a pond is often caused by a lack of sufficient oxygen plants and beneficial bacteria, which are essential for maintaining biological balance. To effectively tackle algae and prevent it from returning, we have developed a special package: the Pond Clearer Package.
In addition, it is important to check that your pond is set up properly to support the natural balance. You can easily check this via our online pond check for optimal advice.