Having some algae in your pond isn’t a bad thing. In fact, algae consumes nutrients and waste products and helps to purify your pond water. Many small zooplankton feed on algae which then become food for small fish.

Having some algae in your pond isn’t a bad thing. In fact, algae consumes nutrients and waste products and helps to purify your pond water. Many small zooplankton feed on algae which then become food for small fish.

Use a heavy clay soil or specific Aquatic Plant Soil when repotting your pond plants. Houseplant soil mixes are very light and will not provide enough weight to anchor the plant, plus they contain perlite that will float out of the pot.