Fall & Winter Pond Preparation
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 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. |
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Premium 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 Leaf Netting
$43.95 to $219.00
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:
| Item # |
Size |
Net |
| PGPSM |
7' x 9' |
15’ x 20' |
| PGPLG |
9’ x 12’ |
20’ x 20’ |
Kit includes:
- Ultra Pond Net
- Nylong Base
- Center Receptor
- Four Fiberglass Poles
- Four 12’ Tie downs
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- Four Ground Stakes
- Twelve Net Stakes
- Eight Net Clips
- All components packed into a re-usable drawstring bag
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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.
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.
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0-100 Gallons |
100-400 Gallons |
400-750 Gallons |
750-1000 Gallons |
1000-1200 Gallons |
| Zone 3 |
250 watt |
750 watt |
750 watt |
1500 watt |
1500 watt |
| Zone 4 |
250 watt |
750 watt |
1500 watt |
1500 watt |
1500 watt |
| Zone 5 |
250 watt |
250 watt |
750 watt |
750 watt |
1500 watt |
| Zone 6 |
250 watt |
250 watt |
250 watt |
750 watt |
750 watt |
| Zone 7 |
250 watt |
250 watt |
250 watt |
250 watt |
750 watt |
| Zone 8 |
250 watt |
250 watt |
250 watt |
250 watt |
750 watt |
Select size at checkout
Perfect Climate Pond De-Icer
$35.00 to $42.00
Thermo Cube - Electronic Thermostat Plugin
Thermo Cube provides additional thermostatic control for pond heaters and deicers that can save on operational costs and improve the working life of the equipment. The system monitors air temperature to save money by using power only when temperatures require. Turns on at 35 degrees and off at 45 degrees.
 
Thermo Cube - $18.95
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