Nishikoi Clear Waters Blanketweed Treatment 1L

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Harms other pond plants: Like weeds within a garden, algae on a pond will take nutrients and sunlight from any plants you have growing, threatening their health over time.

Blanketweed deprives fish of light and oxygen, making the conditions of the pond very hostile and possibly dangerous. The murky look of blanketweed is unattractive as well and will prevent you and your guests from fully enjoying your pond. Aquatic Plant Care Water Plant Feed Water Plant Tools Aquatic Soil & Baskets Aquatic Baskets Aquatic Gravel Aquatic Soil More Aquatic Soil & BasketsSnails:Ramshorn snails will eat your pond algae alongside any uneaten fish food! They are usually available in shops during the summer, but ensure you introduce only Ramshorn snails as they are particularly good for algae. You can find out more information on Pond Snails here.

Excessive nutrients from decaying debris, fish waste and fallen leaves can contribute to Blanketweed. You should regularly skim the surface of your pond for debris during summer, and use a cover net during autumn to avoid a build up of debris and sludge. Vacuuming the bottom of your pond regularly is a great way to deal with the build-up of sludge. There are also sludge busting treatments that will help.When looking to treat the blanket weeds within a pond, you’ll have a few options available, with both manual methods and treatment products available: Organic matter falling into the water such as leaves and plant debris will rot down and release nutrients. Regularly removing the leaves can help prevent a build-up of them Lower oxygen levels in a pond: Blanket weeds can consume huge amounts of oxygen from a pond, which will cause further issues to plants and fish in and around them. A good level of oxygen is vital for plants and marine life.