Do you plan to install a koi fish pond? Bringing these Gergeous fish in your garden is very rewarding and it is not as complicated as most people imagine. With the right care koi fish can live for decades and get very big in size. Follow these suggestions to make your pond properly so your decorative koi fish will live and multiply.
Koi don't like shallow ponds
Depth of your fish pond is crucial. The minimum recommended depth is 4 feet, however it is is a good idea to provide for your fish six or even 8 feet deep pond. This will ensure that your fish are safe from raccoons, household cats and other animals who love a fish dinner. Deeper fish pond also helps to prevent pond from overheating in hottest days
Give them sapce
Small ponds are not appropriate for koi. Remember, with time will grow in size and numbers and they will need some space. Also there are so many color variations of koi, that later you will probably want to add more fish to your pond. So it is better to create a big pond from the start than rebuild it later. About ten thousand gallons is considered decent space for a koi fish pond , bigger would be even better.
Provide some heating in winter
Unlike tropical fish, koi are adapted to cold; however you should never let your pond freeze all the way. Installing a proper garden pond heater will always keep an opening in the ice. Also keep in mind, that like most fish koi only grow when the water is warm, so with a heater your fish will grow faster
Plan some shade for your koi
When selecting a spot for your pond, make sure it is out of direct sun. Also keeping water plants like water lilies in your pond makes sence - not only they add beauty to the overall look of your pond, but they also provide shade for the fish. However, you should avoid building your koi pond under trees. Cleaning a fish pond of fallen leaves is can become a hard work.
Plan to install a bird net
There are many birds of prey that will enjoy eating your koi. Don't give them the opportunity; plan your pond location so it is possible to cover it with a net.
Insectocides can kill your fish
When planning your pond keep in mind that you should not use any insecticides or herbicides so they can get into the wate. Even a small amount of common garden poison can make sick and possibly kill your beautiful fish.
Get proper equipment for your pond
Several accessories are needed for healthy garden fish pond. Ideally you should get a water pump, filtration system, pond water aerator and an ultraviolet sterilizer. If the water in your pond is not moving, your koi might get sick and eventually die. Koi pond filtration systems are pricey, so to save you can make your own homemade filters.
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