My pond is usually drained for a thorough Pondvac and manual debris removal. This year my lily pads are already growing like crazy with one plant putting out its first bloom. Additionally there's more mature and young Gambusia's than ever. I'm concerned that a full pond drain may hurt the two Lily Pad plants and make it too difficult to catch the mosquito fish. Yes I know they are easily replaced but it's so great to have the pond so well populated. There is quite a bit of decayed leaf and twig debris on the bottom and there are stones to be repositioned.
Would minimal water drain and through manual debris removal suffice? Your thoughts please.
Would minimal water drain and through manual debris removal suffice? Your thoughts please.