If your pond water is green in color, it will look unattractive.There are a number of simple ways to get rid of green water.Get a UV filter for your pond for a simple solution, add algaecide to kill the algae with chemicals, or use natural methods to prevent thealgae from thriving.
Step 1: Make sure your pond has other equipment.
UV filters don't actually filter the water.If you want to keep the water clear, you need a good pump, mechanical filter, and biological filter.
Step 2: The UV filter should be based on the size of the pond.
The rating on the package can tell you how many gallons can be per hour.Pick a filter that can reduce the volume of your pond by half.Pond filters can be found at garden centers and pond supply stores.
Step 3: The UV filter can be mounted on a dry surface.
The pond does not have a filter in it.Attach it to a surface outside of the pond, such as the canister pond filter.Plug it into the outlet.Don't submerge the filter in the pond.
Step 4: The UV bulb needs to be replaced once a year.
The lights don't last very long, especially since they're low power bulbs, and that's a downside of UV filters.The bulb needs to be changed at the beginning of the spring season.
Step 5: You can get quaternary ammonia algaecide.
quaternary ammonia and metallic are the main types of algaecide.It is more expensive and can stain your plants and fish.The pond can foam if quaternary ammonia is present.Some people don't like the foam.You can buy it at your local aquarium store.
Step 6: Gloves and long sleeves are required.
It's a good idea to avoid direct contact with the chemical.You can protect your skin with long pants, gloves, and shoes.
Step 7: In a tank sprayer, mix equal parts water and algaecide.
Add the water to the tank sprayer.If you have a hard time measuring out equal amounts, add more water.After you've added the water and algaecide, put the cap back on the tank sprayer.The sprayer's handle should be pumped to create pressure in the tank.
Step 8: Algae can be sprayed in your pond.
Pick up the tank sprayer and aim the hose at the parts of the pond that have the most algae.The package tells you how much to apply based on the size of the pond.If your pond doesn't have a lot of algae, try to evenly coat the pond with the algaecide to prevent it from growing.
Step 9: Plants can be added to the pond to starve the algae.
Plants will compete for food in your pond, which will lead to less algae.The amount of sunlight hitting the water can be reduced by floating plants.Water lillies, anacharis, water lettuce, and water hyacinth are some of the plants you can choose.As you please, add as many plants as you want.Plants can add a lot to the look of your pond.
Step 10: It's a good idea to block sunlight from reaching your pond.
They need sunlight to grow.Reducing the number of algae in the water is possible if you prevent sunlight from entering your pond.Simple things like planting a tree next to the pond or using a large pond umbrella can block the sun without ruining the look of your pond.
Step 11: The straw should be added to prevent new growth.
You can use 2 bales of straw per surface acre of water.Put the straw in cages, nets, or nylon stockings and place them in various locations throughout the pond, especially near the water source.The packages of straw should be anchored to the bottom of the pool so they don't get caught in the filters or pumps.It can be hard to find a straw in a store.
Step 12: The number of fish in your pond should be reduced.
Fish waste can be used tofertilize your pond.The more fish in the pond, the more waste there is.A reduction in the number of fish will lead to a decrease in waste products.