Blanket weed can stop light from reaching oxygenating plants, causing them to die and reducing pond oxygen levels as a result.

The integrated plant and waterfall filter provides an ideal location for a variety of plants while acting as a biological filter to keep the water clean and clear. A tranquil waterfall provides soothing sounds and enjoyment, and the LED waterfall light can be used to illuminate the water as it cascades into the pond. For a bigger pond you should also aim to have marginal plants around the damp edges of your pond as cover for amphibians and bathing birds, and hunting grounds for dragonflies. For your tub/container ponds and mini ponds (container not included) from 50cm x 50cm x 38cm depth to 1m x 1m x 50cms depth. But if we don't look after nature, nature can't look after us. We must act on scientific evidence, we must act together, and we must act now. You might already have what you need to get started on making your mini pond. If you don’t, we’ve done the hard work for you with our handy shopping list.

Shade for part of the day can help reduce evaporation in warmer months but full Sun is preferable to full shade.

What if your pond turns green? Excessive growth of algae such as blanket weed can be an issue for ponds, particularly ones topped up with tap water or where the sediment is regularly disturbed. The Aquascape AquaGarden Mini Pond Kit makes it simple and easy to add the sights and sounds of a water garden to any location. Fairy Garden Pond (1/5/10pc) - Miniature Pond - Fairy Garden Accessory - Terrarium Decoration - Zen Garden - Micro Landscape - Park - MiniPond water doesn't need cleaning (different advice applies for fish ponds). It may become cloudy from time to time, usually after heavy rain, but this will usually settle after a few days. Sometimes an oily film may appear, which usually precedes algae (see below). Attracting animals to your pond

Mix of terrarium plants | Typically includes ferns, Fittonia and Hyoestes varieties | 8cm pots | Closed Terrarium Gift Idea for Plant Lovers Weeping Red Container Pond 60cm wide planted for shade 60cm wide fibreglass container pond 80cm Granite finish fibreglass container pond If you create a pond during autumn or winter there will usually be plenty of rain to fill your pond but you might need to wait until spring for pond plants to be available. Conversely, in spring and summer it is easy to buy pond plants but you might need to wait for rain. Where to position your wildlife pond If there is a long cold spell in winter it is good to brush snow from the top of your pond to ensure enough sunlight reaches the plants. Please note that planting medium is not included, so if your own soil is not suitable, we recommend Westland Aquatic Compost which your can normally buy from your local Garden Centre.Decorative Gravel Decorative gravel in lower pond beautifies the pond and provides surface area for Fill the container with rainwater if possible rather than tap water. Use Chlorine Guard if you have used tap water.

The integrated plant and waterfall filter provides an ideal location for a variety of plants while acting as a biological filter to keep the water clean and clear. A tranquil waterfall provides soothing sounds and enjoyment, and the LED waterfall light can be used to illuminate the water as it cascades into the pond. The lower pond area holds 5 to 7 gallons of water and is a great place for floating plants, a small water lily, or even a few small fish to create a recirculating aquaponics system. Planting pond plants is easy. Many floating and submerged plants don't have roots and can simply be placed in your pond in the open water. Marginal and emergent plants can usually be wedged into the gravel or stones at the bottom and edges of your pond - adding soil to the pond may lead to algae growth. If desired, a few small fish and a wide variety of plants can be added to create your very own one-of-a-kind aquatic paradise. The main task is reducing plants - ideally you want about 60% open water to allow light to reach submerged plants and to allow space for growth over spring and summer. But different species like different amounts of vegetation so don't worry too much about exact proportions.

When you first create your pond, you might find mosquito larvae are one of the first animals to arrive. Don't worry about this. Mosquito larvae are near the bottom of a pond food chain and soon more animals will arrive and eat the larvae and create more of a balance. Adult mosquitoes are an excellent food source for pipistrelle bats. Pond plants should ideally be bought from a supplier of UK native pond plants - these can easily be found online. Sometimes garden centres sell plants that are problematic if they escape into the wild, although many of the most invasive species have now been banned. Plantlife provides a list of banned plants (almost all are aquatic). Any pond can become a feeding ground for birds, hedgehogs and bats – the best natural garden pest controllers! Your pond needn’t be big. A washing-up bowl, a large plant pot, or a disused sink could all be repurposed as ponds, providing you make sure creatures can get in and out. This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.p65warnings.ca.gov The lower pond area holds 5 to 7 gallons of water and is a great place for floating plants, a small water lily, or even a few small fish to create a recirculating aquaponics system. The durable construction features a rippled, textured finish and is lightweight and long-lasting as well as easy-to install! The kit includes all media and substrate needed, including expanded clay grow/biological media and decorative gravel for both the waterfall and pond.