To be honest BCR, I'm curious about that myself. In theory they should be fine. Their metabolism slows down and they hang at bottom of pond. It is deep enough that it should not totally freeze over. Again in theory. We will see how they do.
I use a de-icer in the winter months. Always keep a hole so the gases can escape. I use my pump too even though it’s not recommended. Always at the bottom like an aerator. Works great. I have a very small pond.
Nice pond! I would tale all the rocks out of the bottom, raise the pump off the bottom, vacuum the bottom on a regular basis, prevent run offs when in rains. Also protect the fish from predators.
Thanks Dude. As with most things I do, this was a result of “mission creep”. Started out just to update the landscape then moved to replace the patio and hey while we are at it let’s put in a koi pond!
Floating baskets with impatiens. I tie them to something so they don’t interfere with the waterfalls. In about a month, the baskets are full of flowers in the full sun. They can be trimmed when they get leggy and the blooming starts again. My goldfish spawned in the roots.
I buy black pool noodles from Amazon to put across the top edges of 10 x 10 baskets held in place with 14” cable ties. My first year doing this. I never expected them to grow so huge and spawning after a while. My grandchildren found that there were babies swimming around by 4th of July. Live in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Anyone else out there with a koi pond? Tips and advice always welcome!
Wow ...your pound is dreamy...I am in love with your place
Thanks Studies. Appreciate it.
This is a beautiful koi pond and the sounds of running water are so relaxing! :)
Thanks Hobbiton. I do enjoy sitting out and listening to the water.
I found that all very interesting. Amazing how many fish you now have. I'm curious about what happens to all of this in the frigid Michigan Winters.
To be honest BCR, I'm curious about that myself. In theory they should be fine. Their metabolism slows down and they hang at bottom of pond. It is deep enough that it should not totally freeze over. Again in theory. We will see how they do.
I use a de-icer in the winter months. Always keep a hole so the gases can escape. I use my pump too even though it’s not recommended. Always at the bottom like an aerator. Works great. I have a very small pond.
@@vongeisen I plan on running the pump and stream this winter as well. Will use and aerator if needed to keep a hole open in ice.
Looks great! That should provide a peaceful setting for years to come.
Thanks Parsimonious. It definitely is a nice place to sit out and relax.
Nice pond! I would tale all the rocks out of the bottom, raise the pump off the bottom, vacuum the bottom on a regular basis, prevent run offs when in rains. Also protect the fish from predators.
Thanks KoiRun. Appreciate the advice.
@@ScottUrbach You’re welcome my friend. We’ll catch up later 👍
Looking awesome
Definitely getting there.
Very nice! No koi pond for me, backyard not big enough at all. Congratulations on your successful little project!
Thanks Dude. As with most things I do, this was a result of “mission creep”. Started out just to update the landscape then moved to replace the patio and hey while we are at it let’s put in a koi pond!
Floating baskets with impatiens. I tie them to something so they don’t interfere with the waterfalls. In about a month, the baskets are full of flowers in the full sun. They can be trimmed when they get leggy and the blooming starts again. My goldfish spawned in the roots.
That is a great idea Leslie. Thanks. Will try that next spring
I buy black pool noodles from Amazon to put across the top edges of 10 x 10 baskets held in place with 14” cable ties. My first year doing this. I never expected them to grow so huge and spawning after a while. My grandchildren found that there were babies swimming around by 4th of July. Live in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Looking good 👍🏻
Thanks. You guys did a great job.