Really green water

[saintsman]

Hi all, i am looking for some help with my pond as the water has turned very green over the last couple of weeks, which i cant ever remember this happening so early in the year before. UV bulbs are still working but it looks like pea soup and i can hardly see the fish. Has anyone any ideas how i can get it clear again as they would be very much appreciated. Thank you

 

[mrsclem]

Did you ever get any plants put in? Normal for water to green up in the spring until the plants get going.

 

[saintsman]

Did you ever get any plants put in? Normal for water to green up in the spring until the plants get going.

Hi, never had plants in the pond as was told my koi carp would destroy them.

 

[mrsclem]

Have you considered a bog?

 

[Tula]

We had koi before we closed our pond and I had two methods of keeping plants in the pond. For water lilies I zip tied deer fencing over the lily pots so the lily stems could growt through the netting but the koi could not get to the lilies.

The second method I used was to create "stands" from concrete blocks to raise water baskets much closer to the water's surface. I also placed pool noodles around the baskets and weaved in rope and tied to something on the " shore" so baskets couldn't be tipped over.

Our koi LOVED those water plant baskets, the roots grew very long and they loved nibbling on them.

 

[saintsman]

Have you considered a bog?

Hi,i ts only 12 months since i put a new filter house system in and the water has been fine until now.Just cant understand it.

 

[saintsman]

We had koi before we closed our pond and I had two methods of keeping plants in the pond. For water lilies I zip tied deer fencing over the lily pots so the lily stems could growt through the netting but the koi could not get to the lilies.

The second method I used was to create "stands" from concrete blocks to raise water baskets much closer to the water's surface. I also placed pool noodles around the baskets and weaved in rope and tied to something on the " shore" so baskets couldn't be tipped over.

Our koi LOVED those water plant baskets, the roots grew very long and they loved nibbling on them.

Hi ,thanls for the reply but i have never had plants in the pond and the water has been fine until now.I also had a new filter system 12 months ago.

 

[mrsclem]

You have koi- guarantee the one thing that has changed is they have grown! Green water in the spring ( or late winter) is normal. Currently I have almost a foot of ice on my ponds. Underwater cameras show string algae growing. Give it time- the pond will balance itself

 

[sissy]

I use koi clay to clear water up . It turns the water white and binds to the green and sends it straight to the filter . Plus minerals in koi clay are good for the fish . It also makes a great cleansing mask for skin . Yourskin ends up silky clean . I know some people who put it in their drinks to cleanse your whole body . But they say they use human grade clay

 

[GBBUDD]

Green water is typically a result of nutrients in the water and little to no established biological.

This could be pointing to a undersized filter where there is not enough filtration or not enough Gallons per minute are being pushed through. Large dead spots in the pond where debris is allowed to accumulate.

A well designed and adequate filtration including plants. And the " new pond syndrome " ie green water goes away within a few weeks to a couple months. . But once established rarely see green water ever again.

 

[JRS]

UV bulbs degrade over time. Quartz sleeve may become dirty also, blocking light.

How Often Do You Need to Change Pond Filter UV Bulbs for Optimal Performance?

UV bulbs play a crucial role in filtering harmful bacteria and controlling algae growth.

www.aquapond.co.uk

 

[frogluvinK]

Have you tried beneficial bacteria? Thats what I always use in the spring until the pond has its natural balance. I use double the dose ( as recommended on the container) until the water starts to clear, then weekly all summer. Must be nice to have this problem now!, I'm in Ontario Canada with 4 ft of snow.

 

[Rhoadsclan]

UV bulbs degrade over time. Quartz sleeve may become dirty also, blocking light.

How Often Do You Need to Change Pond Filter UV Bulbs for Optimal Performance?

UV bulbs play a crucial role in filtering harmful bacteria and controlling algae growth.

www.aquapond.co.uk

I agree with JRS... I replace my UV bulb every year before water reaches about 60F.., spring cleaning

 

[big ron]

I use koi clay to clear water up . It turns the water white and binds to the green and sends it straight to the filter . Plus minerals in koi clay are good for the fish . It also makes a great cleansing mask for skin . Yourskin ends up silky clean . I know some people who put it in their drinks to cleanse your whole body . But they say they use human grade clay

Been using koi clay in my koi pond for a long time every 2 weeks. Great for the fish.

 

[sissy]

I also use my hubbys clam shells and grind them up and put them in bags in the filters . Yep koi clay does a great job no matter the season . I put it in the pond in the winter also . Not as often but still put it in .