Plant pond

A plant pond is a pond set up primarily with aquatic plants that provides natural filtration and oxygen. The great advantage of a plant pond is that it can be virtually maintenance-free and keeps the water clear without chemicals. The plants absorb nutrients, which prevents algae growth, and provide an ideal habitat for aquatic animals and insects.

In a plant pond, aquatic plants and bacteria help keep the water clear. By placing oxygen plants, marsh plants and water lilies in the right proportions, you create a biological balance that fights algae. Make sure you have enough plantings and avoid adding too many fish, as they can upset the balance.

A plant pond requires minimal maintenance. In the fall, you can remove dead leaves and prune back the plants. In spring, you can add new pond bacteria to restore the biological balance. Also, make sure there are always enough plants in the pond to prevent algae growth.

A plant pond without a pump or filter can be maintained naturally thanks to the aquatic plants that purify and balance the water. As long as enough oxygen plants and other aquatic plants are present, the water remains clear and healthy without technical installations. This makes the pond environmentally friendly and low-maintenance.

Hardy plants in the plant pond can simply stay in place and will sprout again in the spring. For frost-prone plants, you can install an ice-free container so that the water does not freeze completely and harmful gases can escape. Oxygenated plants will restart on their own in the spring.