What To Remember When Making A Pond For Koi

By Roland Stockwell


A koi pond is a great addition to any yard as it brings a feeling of relaxation and tranquility. There is a big possibility that you have already seen one of these beautiful ponds which are very popular around the world. You might be considering creating one for your own yard. However, as much as you would like to create a pond right away, you first need to understand that it is not easy to maintain. The pond has to be made properly so that fish will stay healthy in their new home.

Koi has become one of the most popular fish around. These are species of carp that people call ornamental carp. Those who are interested to own this particular specie of carp can choose from several varieties. Although different in a number of ways, one thing is for sure. Each koi is a beauty to behold and a great addition to a pond. Also, koi can live for many years provided that the owner takes good care of them.

These fish are easy to feed. They eat a variety of foods and are considered omnivorous. When it is cold, there is no need to feed them lots of food. Koi can feed on algae found in the pond. In warmer month, koi tend to eat more than usual. What makes these ornamental species even more interesting is that you can train them to eat food out of your hand.

Because these fish are special, it is important to create a comfortable haven for them. When creating a pond, make sure that it is the right size. With size you should take note of the gallons of water it should have as well as the pond's overall depth. The pond should have adequate water so that the fish can still rest near the cool bottom of the pond during warm months.

Apart from filling the pond with water, you also need to take note of the quality of the water. Only quality water must be used. It should also be inspected on a regular basis and maintained properly. It takes time to maintain the pond's water. However, if you use natural and specially designed koi pond cleaning products like AquaSphere PRO or Healthy Ponds AquaLily, this process will be much easier.

The two products are veterinarian-approved and not only are they safe for your fish, but also for any other animals or people that come in contact with the water. The AquaSphere slowly biodegrades over the course of 30 days, releasing helpful bacteria into the pond and keeping the water fresh, clean and balanced. The AquaLily works much the same way except that you first place a bacteria package into the dispenser and then place the lily on the water surface. Every thirty days, you either toss in a new sphere or refill the lily dispenser.




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