Fall & Winter Pond Preparation

Getting your pond ready for winter actually begins in the fall. And while we're covering many important preparation topics on our blog, you'll find a number of helpful products on this page that may make the job of fall prep a bit easier.

One of the most useful tools (not included on this page) for balancing a pond and keeping the water clean and clear is beneficial bacteria. All of our bacteria products are "all season", which means they can be used in cold water temperatures down to 34 degrees. It's important to use an all season formula once the temps drop below 50 degrees.

For more information on using bacteria in the fall go here.

In addition to biological supplementation it's important to keep the pond clean and free of leaves that might accumulate at the bottom of the pond.

One tool to help with this is a simple pond vacuum called the MucVac. This simple device uses a standard garden hose and water pressure to pull out leaves, muck, and debris.

For more information on pond vacuums please visit this page.

If you overwinter your fish in the pond it's a good idea to keep the water open with a pond heater or aerator. This helps release toxic gases that can build up under the ice.

For more information on our aeration systems please go here.

For pond heaters and pond netting simply scroll down this page to view our selection. Netting in particular is effective at keeping leaves and debris from ever accumulating in a pond to begin with and it also serves as a potential deterrant to predators who may be after your fish.

Pond Netting By The Foot

This is a great option to choose the perfect size of netting for your pond. Purchase this 3/4" mesh by the foot!

Available in 10 and 20 foot widths and any length up to 100 feet.

At checkout simply use the quantity entry box to represent the number of feet you want, and we'll do the rest.

*This product ships for FREE!

3/4" Pond Netting By The Foot / 10 Foot Width
$1.50 per foot

3/4" Pond Netting By The Foot / 20 Foot Width
$2.50 per foot

Premium Grade Leaf Netting

Netting shields the fall from falling leaves and debris, also protects your fish from predators.

All leaf netting includes brass grommets around the perimeter for easy installation. The netting can be secured by placing stones on the edges or by staking the netting down.

This is a premium grade netting with stitched and reinforced edges for increased durability.

Sizes available from 10x10 feet to 20x25 feet.

Select size at checkout.

• ¼" x ¼" holes
• Grommets every 2 feet
• Edges have 1½" wide Reinforced backing
• Stakes not included

Premium Grade Leaf Netting
$52.00 to $259.00

Atlantic Pond & Garden Protector

Atlantic’s New Pond & Garden Protector provides year round protection from predators for your pond and garden

• Protects fish from heron and other predators
• Domed design covers tall plants without causing damage
• Keeps falling leaves off the net for easy clean-up
• Allows for sunlight and optimum plant ventilation
• Helps prevent algae growth by reducing organic debris
• Easy to assemble and remove

Kit Dimensions:

Kit includes:

Select size at checkout.

Atlantic Pond & Garden Protector
$83.00 to $96.00

Perfect Climate Pond De-Icer

Protect your fish from toxic gas buildup under the surface of your frozen pond. Three sizes available including 250 watt, 750 watt, and 1500 watt models.

All-in-One Design

• Safe for all ponds
• Can operate while floating or submerged

Make Cents

• No Expensive case guard needed
• A de-icer to suit every customer
• Electrical savings
• One year warranty

Pond De-Icers include

• Removable floater ring
• 12 foot cord

The Perfect Climate Pond De-icer is the first pond de-icer designed with all ponds in mind; both small and large.  The perfect Climate Pond De-icer is designed to keep a small area of open water in winter ponds.  The de-icer is thermostatically controlled and all heating elements are enclosed so they will not harm or burn your pond liner.
Perfect Climate Pond De-icer has a detachable float that will keep the de-icer on the surface of the water.  This will help protect your fish from toxic gas buildup by maintaining a hole in the surface ice for proper gas exchange.

Select size at checkout

Perfect Climate Pond De-Icer
$41.95 to $46.95

Which De-Icer should I use?

You can save money and energy by buying a de-icer suited to your local climate. All you need to know is your temperature zone and how many gallons your pond holds.  If you are not sure what your pond volume is, use our pond and liner size calculator.

All Season Floating Pond Thermometer

This floating pond thermometer is a handy tool to have on hand when ever you're facing the changing of seasons.

Know when to stop using your summer bacteria or cut back on feeding your fish in the fall and winter, and when it's a good time to get your pond heater installed.

The graphcs are easy and convenient to read.

*Price includes shipping.

All Season Floating Pond Thermometer
$9.95

Easy Pro Platinum Cold Water Fish Food

This cold water formulated fish food is perfect for feeding koi and goldfish in the fall weather.

It contains wheat germ for high digestability and stabilized vitamin C for improved immunity, along with lower protein levels.

Use in water temperature from 55 degrees down to about 40 degrees, then stop feeding for the season.

This product is available in 5 pound resealable bags.

All Season Floating Pond Thermometer
$19.95