How Many Koi Fish Can You Have In Your Central Florida Pond?

How Many Koi Fish Can You Have In Your Central Florida Pond? There are many variables to this question, aeration, filtration, what you feed your koi and water quality are just a few things to consider when stocking your pond with koi.


Pond fish typically need 10 gallons of water for every inch of their length, but keep in mind they will grow larger over the years. Some pond experts even go so far as to recommend only ½ inch of fish per 10 gallons of water as a maximum stocking density.

Other pond experts measure the square footage of the pond and suggest that you keep the inches of fish slightly under the square footage. In other words an 8'x10' ponds is 80 square feet, or 6-8 10" koi.

Most of us however are over populated including our pond at home so how do we keep our koi happy and healthy?

• Pumps
• Aeration System
• Filtration
• Beneficial Bacteria
• High Quality Koi Food 
• Weekly Pond Maintenance
• Filtration Cleaning every 6 months
• FULL Pond Cleaning Annually (Spring or Fall) 

 

It all begins with water quality, we balance our water in many ways. Proper circulation and aeration are key. In Central Florida our water is warmer year round. The warmer the water the less oxygen there is in the water, the summer months can be very stressful and even deadly for the koi without proper oxygen levels. The pump needs to run 24hrs a day to add oxygen to the pond.  The addition of an aeration system is always recommended.



One of the of the most overlooked additions to aid in healthy water quality is Beneficial Bacteria. Each treatment adds billions of microscopic enzymes that digest the organics or waste in the pond. In Central Florida we add the bacteria weekly minimum. Personally, we add bacteria 3 to 4 times a week into our pond. Why? The more "hungry mouths eating the organic waste the better.

Remember clear water does NOT mean healthy water.




A high quality koi food helps greatly with the water conditions. The more filler in the food the more waste into the pond. A good food is higher in protein and healthy fats with less filler.
What you feed your koi is what you feed your pond.
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Regular pond maintenance to remove debris is a must. The more organics removed from the pond the less chance of poor water quality. 
We spend less than 15 minutes a week maintaining our pond.

The filtration and pond do need more intense twice a year. Every 6 months all filtration gets a deep cleaning and the pond gets cleaned out annually. All koi are removed and the pond is drained and cleaned. Let Pondtastic do the dirty work for you.






So before adding another fish to your koi collection, make sure you have ample space, aeration, filtration and treatments to ensured a happy, healthy home!

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Ecosystem Pond Maintenance Treatments

Ecosystem Pond Maintenance Treatments

Order your Treatments Today Be Ready for 2016


Pond Detoxifier™ $24.98  Makes Tap Water Safe For fish and Plants, Removes and detoxifies chlorine.
Neutralizes ammonia .,Detoxifies and chelates copper and heavy metals.

1 pump treats 100 gallons

Pond Starter Bacteria™  $44.98 establishes biological ecosystem. Starting your pond off right is one of the most
important things you can do for your pond. Pond Starter Bacteria quickly establishes the biological ecosystem for new ponds and after clean outs. Safe for fish, plants and animals.

1 pump treats 100 gallons

Beneficial Bacteria™ $39.98   contains 8 pure strains of concentrated beneficial bacteria, including
PSB(Photo Synthetic Bacteria) bacteria and enzymes. This combination of natural cleaners helps to maintain a strong biological balance in your pond. Because ornamental water gardens are enclosed ecosystems,
sometimes factors like fish load, uneaten fish food, organics such as leaves, sludge and unwanted debris may disrupt the balance causing poor water quality and clarity.
Beneficial Bacteria maintains a strong biological balance; providing clean, clear and healthy water conditions.

1 scoop treats 1,000 gallons

EcoBlast™ $39.98   for Waterfalls and Streams ™ The most effective treatment for reducing string algae.
EcoBlast™ is a fast-acting treatment for breaking down debris on the waterfall and stream. Works on contact.
Sprinkle of waterfall & stream







 

S.A.B.™ $39.98  This is formulated to help reduce pond maintenance and promote the growth of beneficial bacteria and enzymes.
S.A.B.™  will assist in the breakdown and reduction of debris in the stream, waterfalls, and pond.

1 scoop treats 120 gallons

Rapid Clear™ $29.98   is scientifically blended to quickly clear cloudy or discolored pond water fast. Rapid Clear goes to work clumping suspended debris, also referred to as flocculation.

1 pump treats 100 gallons

Barley Extract™ $34.98 Barley straw has been used for hundreds of years to promote clean clear water
conditions in ponds and streams. It discourages algae growth, buffers PH with a slow steady release of
beneficial ingredients by natural, biological activity.
Harmless to fish and plants. Works year round.

1 pump treats 100 gallons

Sludge Cleaner & Filter Cleaner™ $39.98  is effective at reducing sludge, waste and excess nutrients in the pond and in the filtration system.

1 pump treats 100 gallons

Physical Removal Physically remove clumps of string algae if it begins to overtake the pond.
Pull or cut away the algae where it is attached. Think of it as “weeding the pond.”

Control Run-Off Never use lawn fertilizer or insecticides on trees around your pond or on areas of your property that will drain toward your pond. Lawn fertilizer and insecticides will cause large algae
blooms, as well as severely threaten the aquatic life inside your pond.

Remove Debris Keep your pond free of debris. Don’t let the skimmer debris net overfill with leaves.
Decaying debris in the skimmer will contribute to unwanted nutrients.

Have Patience It takes time for the bacteria to establish itself and colonize to the point of being a
benefit to your pond. In general, a new pond can take anywhere from two to six weeks for the bacteria
population to reach this point.




Place your order today by calling 407-601-7663 or email Theresa@Pondtastic.com
Make sure your pond and are koi ready for the start of the 2016.
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All orders must be pre paid to drop ship to your home.