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Looking for budget-friendly pond supplies for a natural pond? In our online pond store you will find an extensive collection of ecological Pond supplies, from pond bacteria to pond plants. For a sustainable and beautiful pond, you've come to the right place, including expert advice.

Pond Care

Oxygen Plants
Bacta Clear
insta clean
Bloom Boost
Aqua Bites

Pond construction

Pond construction
Step one
Plant filter with waterfall
mini ponds
Pond ponds
pond liner EPDM foil and PVC foil

Popular Pond supplies

Pond Plants
Pond book
pond baskets
Pond decoration
Pond Technology

Pond Technology

Pond Pump
pond filter
Pond vacuum cleaners
Air Pumps
UV lamps
Skimmer pond

Frequently Asked Questions

Pond Advice

At the bottom of the pond is pond substrate. This is a porous material that helps grow beneficial bacteria that break down organic waste and purify the water. It also provides a stable substrate for aquatic plants to grow on and helps absorb excess nutrients, which improves water quality.

For a natural pond you need the following supplies: aquatic plants, pond substrate, pond bacteria, a biological plant filter and fish food. Optionally you can also think about lighting, a waterfall or fountain.

When you use the right combination of plant mix, substrate and bacteria, you get a healthy pond that becomes more beautiful over the years. This proper mix often eliminates the need for a pump or filter. Maintenance instructions, tips and tricks for a healthy and maintenance-free pond can be found in Simon's Pond Advice book.

Using the proper substrate and bacteria will break down organic waste in the pond. However, for specific cleaning instructions, consult Simons Pond Advice book or other sources on pond maintenance.

Clear water is achieved through the use of pond plants, which contribute to biological balance and algae prevention. The biological plant filter helps break down organic waste and maintain good water quality. The use of pond substrate and pond bacteria also improves water quality.

Pond supplies: Everything for maintenance and construction

Whether you're building a new pond or maintaining an existing one, the right Pond supplies make all the difference. Start with solid pond liner to waterproof your pond. For good flow, choose a powerful pond pump that keeps the water healthy. Need a more compact solution? Then a solid pond tub perfect. For crystal clear water, an efficient pond filter indispensable. This combination will keep your pond in top condition for years.

Pond supplies buy for a healthy pond

Buying the right Pond supplies is essential to creating a stable ecosystem in your pond. From pond plants and substrate to biological filtration system, each component plays a crucial role. With us, you'll find everything you need to keep your pond in top condition. Be sure to choose the right products based on pond size and type.

Ordering pond supplies online at vdvelde.com

Ordering pond supplies online has never been easier. Our user-friendly webshop offers a wide range of pond supplies, including aquatic plants, pond liner, substrate and biological filters. Thanks to our years of experience, we can provide you with the best products and advice for a perfectly balanced pond, without the need for expensive pond pumps or filters.

Pond products: essential for a natural ecosystem

Pond products such as pond bacteria, pond soil and aquatic plants help create a biological balance. These products support your pond's ecosystem and keep the water clear. It is important to also look at optional accessories such as fountains and lighting for an aesthetic effect without disturbing the natural balance.

Benefits of pond products for a maintenance-free pond

With the right pond supplies, you can achieve a maintenance-free pond. Biological filters, substrate and aquatic plants help purify the water, while the right balance of bacteria and plants ensures that you rely less on external filters or pumps. So you can enjoy a lively, natural pond with minimal effort.

Pond supplies you do and don't need for a natural pond

Choosing the right Pond supplies depends greatly on the type and size of your pond. Here I list the essential and optional supplies, as well as the products we recommend against.

Essential Pond supplies:

  1. Pond Plants: Provide biological balance and prevent unwanted algal and bacterial growth.
  2. A biological plant filter: Helps break down organic waste and maintains good water quality.
  3. pond substrate: A porous material conducive to the growth of beneficial bacteria and provides support for the roots of aquatic plants .
  4. pond bacteria: Crucial for breaking down organic waste and maintaining the nitrogen cycle in the pond.
  5. pond liner: Protects the soil and provides an effective seal.
  6. pond soil: For planting and supporting aquatic plants.
  7. pond baskets: For planting and moving aquatic plants.
  8. fish food: If you have fish, it is essential to feed them with appropriate food.

Optional supplies:

  1. Waterfall & Fountain: Add an aesthetic element and help with aeration.
  2. Lighting: To accentuate your pond at night.

Dislikes: While some of these products may have benefits, we generally advise against them because of the potential drawbacks:

  1. pond tub: May place restrictions on the size and shape of your pond.
  2. Pond Pump & Air Pump: Not always necessary if the pond is well designed and has sufficient aquatic plants .
  3. pond filter: In a well-balanced pond, natural filtration may be sufficient.
  4. Skimmer: Can trap beneficial insects and small animals.
  5. UV lamp: Although it can kill harmful bacteria, it can also affect beneficial bacteria.
  6. Submersible pump & hydrogen suction: Not always necessary and can upset the natural balance.

Online pond store

For a sparkling, natural pond, you need the right products and advice. Here you will discover all about pond construction and an appropriate planting plan. And good news: with the right approach, a pond pump, filter or water improvers such as KH and GH are often unnecessary. We offer only hardy pond plants and the essential supplies for a biologically balanced and low-maintenance pond.

Your one-stop pond shop with expertise from aquatic plant nursery to pond

Our pond shop is here for everyone. Whether you dream of a natural pond, swimming pond, biological pond or a koi pond in your garden. Thanks to the right substrate and the perfect pond plants, you don't need an expensive pump or filters. In our pond webshop you will find all products for a balanced, maintenance-free pond. With years of experience as an aquatic plant grower, Simon van der Velde has the knowledge for the perfect pond. His book, full of tips and tricks on pond construction, is an indispensable guide. In addition to this knowledge, our webshop offers all the plants and materials for a pond that shines all year round.

The pond webshop of Europe: Easily order pond plants online

Buy your pond plants hassle-free online. Our plants come directly from our nursery and are dry packed shipped. This way they only start growing when they are in your pond. Our knowledge and experience have made us not only the top pond plants webshop in the Netherlands, but also within the whole of Europe. We have already advised many satisfied customers and companies in various countries, from small ponds to grandiose water features.

Scaring away heron? Don't buy pond protection such as a pond net

It's a common problem for pond owners: the unwanted presence of a heron near your beautiful pond. The attractiveness of your fish attracts this graceful bird, but its visits are certainly not harmless. Fortunately, if you want to maintain the appearance of your pond without all kinds of visual obstacles such as pond protection, pond nets, cover nets or Fish pond net, there are other options.

Often pond owners make their pond as transparent as possible, in order to observe the fish closely. While understandable, this does make the pond an open buffet for herons. But not to worry, there are alternative ways to protect your fish without losing the aesthetic aspect of your pond. For example, consider planting water lilies. Not only do they give your pond a natural beauty, but the fish can hide under the leaves. This makes it a lot harder for the heron to catch them.

Another effective method is to place a PVC pipe at the bottom of the pond. When there is imminent danger, your fish will instinctively take shelter in this. By providing these natural hiding places, you give your fish the opportunity to use their natural instincts and protect themselves from predators such as the heron.

It's great to have a vibrant pond that attracts all kinds of wildlife. However, protecting against the heron without sacrificing aesthetics requires some creativity and an understanding of your fish's behavior. By allowing your fish to hide, you reduce the likelihood of them falling prey to this bird while preserving the natural beauty of your pond.