Should I turn my water feature off in winter?
Provided your waterfall or feature is not part of your filtration recirculation system you can turn your water fall or water feature off in winter.
Should I lower the water level of my pond in winter?
Reducing water levels in winter is sometimes suggested to stop ponds overflowing, but this may put fish and wildlife at risk.
Should I turn my pond filters off in winter?
If you have fish you should keep your filters online all day, all night – every day of the year!
How to prevent my pond freezing over?
It is important for fish and wildlife that you prevent a complete sheet of ice from forming over your pond during winter.
Should I feed my fish during winter?
You should not feed your fish during winter when the water is cold. Unlike us, fish are generally just fine going without food.
Should I use a pond net cover in autumn and winter?
Pond covers are square or rectangular nets that you secure about the edges of your pond. Used during the year they are a good way to protect small to medium sized fish from herons.
Should I clean my pond before winter?
Late winter or early spring is the best time to completely drain down your pond for a thorough clean.
However before winter arrives it is handy to have a pond skimmer to harvest falling leaves, and a pond vac to remove excess waste from the bottom of your pond.
Should I cut back my marginal pond plants in winter?
Dead and dying pond plants provide vital habitat for the survival of wildlife during winter. But if your focus is on the well-being of your fish you may want to cut them back.
How to prepare your pond for winter
How you prepare your pond for winter depends on the type of pond you have; a natural pond with a focus on wildlife, or fish ponds.