table of contentsThe fascination of the garden pondchild protectionPond netsFixed pond coversPond gridfencesWallsRaised pondsA beautiful pond in the garden makes the idyll perfect. It is not only the ideal place to rest and relax, a garden pond is especially attractive to children. The rippling of the water and the life in the pond with fish, dragonflies, snails and small animals are interesting for children. But how do you make the pond child-proof?The fascination of the garden pondThe water...
table of contentsPreventPH valuemilkvinegarBaking sodapeatOak branchanimalsplantsWater changefrequently asked QuestionsAlgae in the pond or aquarium are usually quite normal. But if they get out of hand, action must be taken. Chemistry is not always required for this, home remedies can also be used.In a nutshellPreventing algae is possible with simple measuresHome remedies can help but also harmCorrect use is particularly important when it comes to fish stockingPreventPrevention is better tha...
table of contentsGreen waterShadingMuddy waterWater exchangeWater purificationBiological balanceUVC clarifierpreventionPlant careA pond with fish and / or decorative water plants is the dream of many garden owners. Thanks to numerous tips on the Internet and a large selection of material in the hardware store, this dream is quite easy to realize. But if the water becomes cloudy and green after a while, the garden pond quickly loses its attraction and attractiveness. However, there is somethin...
table of contentsThe right pond sizeMinimum sizeSize and balanceFish and plantsusecleaningEntertainment and careWhether you are a hobby gardener, fish lover or simply friends of versatile garden design - for many people, a garden pond is one of the indispensable elements in the decorative garden at home. If you still want to create it, you will already be confronted with the question of the suitable pond size in the first steps of planning. We explain the required minimum dimensions and depen...
table of contentsCarbonate hardnessLower the KH valueAdd waterWater changeUV-C lampsIncrease the KH valuecalcium carbonateConditioning agentsThe quality of the water is crucial for the balance in the pond. In addition to the total hardness, the carbonate hardness (KH) is an important aspect that must be taken into account. The KH value has a decisive effect on the pH value in the pond water. If the value is too high or too low, many processes in the garden pond run incorrectly or not at all. ...
table of contentsWater levelWater lossCapillary effectHoles in pond linerRepairAdhereMendingPreventCapillary barrierA nicely landscaped pond is a decorative eye-catcher in the garden, but only if it is well filled and the foil used cannot be seen. If the water level drops rapidly, a pond quickly loses its attractiveness. You should definitely do something about that. Fortunately, a hole in the pond is not always responsible, there are numerous other reasons for a sinking water level.Water lev...
table of contentsPests in the garden pondDragonfly larvaeCaddisfly larvaeMosquito larvaeYellow fire beetle and its larvaeLily pad beetles and larvaeBack swimmerWater scorpionOther species of beetles and insect larvaePay attention to biological balanceAs soon as a garden pond has been dug up, filled with water and planted all around, uninvited residents move in. At the beginning there are still a few and their presence is no longer noticeable. But if the surroundings appeal to them, there will...
table of contentsBreathing in fishCatch a breathFirst aid measuresFurther measuresImprove the pond climatePreventive measuresBehavior of fishtreatmentCheck water qualityMany garden pond owners are familiar with this phenomenon: the fish suddenly swim to the surface of the water and gasp for air. When the behavior occurs for the first time, many people do not know why the fish are doing it and whether there is a problem. With this gasp of air, the fish indicate that they are suffering from a l...
table of contentstimeMaterials and toolsPreparationsLaying the pond liner: Instructions5 tips for laying the foilLaying pond liner without creases is ideal for the pond in the garden. If wrinkles are avoided, plants can be placed without any problems, gravel can be spread on the bottom and pond maintenance can be carried out without great effort. It is not only important to have detailed instructions, but also the necessary utensils and even the time for the implementation of the project. A c...
table of contentsDifferentiate between frogs and toadsNative green frogsLittle Edible Frog (Rana lessonae)Tree frog (Hyla arborea)Sea frog (Rana ridibunda)Pond frog (Rana esculenta)frequently asked QuestionsWith their unmistakable croaking, frogs clearly belong to the fauna of Germany. But how many green frogs are there between North and Lake Constance? We present all native species with a picture.In a nutshellFrogs are slimmer, smoother and more leaky than toadsa total of 4 native speciesall...
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