Carp are very frugal fish and can therefore also be kept in a garden pond. If the conditions are right, the fish will also spawn here. The following article explains when carp spawning time is. Suitable habitat Only if the fish are offered the right habitat in the garden pond will spawning occur at all. In addition to…
Anyone who owns a garden pond with fish and aquatic plants should not do without a pump that cleans the water and at the same time adds oxygen. You should pay attention to the right size of the pond pump. criteria for selection If you are thinking about a pump for the garden pond, then the…
Algae in the pond contaminate the water and quickly become a nuisance as they multiply over large areas. Fortunately, thanks to effective home remedies, gardeners can do without chemical products to get the water clear again. When algae become a problem Although algae plants do not have a good reputation, some species are harmless to the…
If you have reeds in your garden, you will quickly notice that their vigorous growth can cause problems. Annihilation offers a solution, but it is not easy. The following instructions show how to reliably remove reeds. reed As popular as the reeds are and the strong growth is welcome, at least initially, the roots are spreading at…
A mini pond in your own garden looks all the more idyllic when green plants cover the banks. Many plants also thrive as floating plants directly in the water and even improve its quality. The zones of the mini pond A mini pond is divided into five different plant zones. These are fundamental for the choice of…
When fish spawn depends mainly on the season or months, but the conditions in their habitat also determine whether they spawn at all. Below is an overview of who spawns and when. Spawning times as an important detail In many cases, the reproduction and spawning season goes unnoticed by pond and aquarium owners. There are a few…
The lotus flower or lotus flower, also known as Nelumbo, is an aquatic plant that can be cultivated in the garden pond as well as in the bucket. However, it is not enough to simply put them in the water or stand them. The lotus is not particularly demanding, but there are still a few points that…
The waterweed impresses with functional attributes instead of decorative flower beauty. As a lush green, hardy underwater plant, it makes a constructive contribution to maintaining the water quality in ponds and aquariums. At the same time, it serves as a valuable supplier of oxygen, a popular spawning ground and a popular hiding place for fish. Thanks to their…
A pond is a special biotope because plants like water lilies grow there without any soil. Pond plants get their nutrients from the water and can easily cope with the permanently damp environment. However, they must be anchored at or near the bottom so that they do not float to the surface. Proper planting is important to maintain…
Its glossy green, round leaves are reminiscent of a water lily. At the latest when the yellow shell flowers unfold in June, the European sea jug is clearly recognizable. While the pretty carpet of flowers wonderfully adorns the appearance of still and gently flowing water, the buckbean plant boasts another fascinating gift. Tiny ‘water drinkers’ are found on…