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My pond which I try to leave alone most of the time :) (i.ibb.co)
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[โ€“] Tankton@lemm.ee 4 points 1 year ago (1 children)

There is no aeration or pump. The amount of plants keep it filtered. Once a year, usually halfway or near the end of summer, I jump in the pond and remove about 3/4th of all the plant material. That way you remove a lot of nitrates from the water and prevent algae(blooming) or other problems.

[โ€“] EarthShipTechIntern@lemm.ee 1 points 2 months ago

Good to know

Thanks!