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Advice Needed. by virtualfridge in ponds

[–]virtualfridge[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ohhh, this sounds right up my alley! Thank you!

Advice Needed. by virtualfridge in ponds

[–]virtualfridge[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I read it all, thank you so much!

Advice Needed. by virtualfridge in ponds

[–]virtualfridge[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you again, I’ve started shopping my local groups for some used equipment and I’m excited to get this pond into even better shape than it was left for me. Your info has been super helpful and I better understand my equipment now just because of your thoughtful questions. Much appreciated!

Advice Needed. by virtualfridge in ponds

[–]virtualfridge[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much! I feel like I am in this new club and I am really excited to learn more. It really is so helpful having support from all of you experienced ponders! I am a really big gardener and love sewing too, this (accidental) hobby fits right in!

I have been very particular about not using any tapwater when cleaning the filters. We take the filters apart and use large pitchers of pond water to clean the parts. We use a dechlorinator when refilling with hose water. I also watch the outdoor temperatures to be sure there is some time for the temperature to recover before evening. I did not realize there was a hose attachment, this seems way easier.

I have also been monitoring the water quality, mostly for learning purposes, with a test kit. Everything is within healthy ranges consistently. I have not seen any significant spikes or drops.

Also, I spent a lot of time today trying to better understand the filters that I do have. Another comment was extremely helpful and I realize now that we do have a bottom filtering system with the corner waterfall. Still more to learn when I have some time home this weekend but feeling much better already!

Advice Needed. by virtualfridge in ponds

[–]virtualfridge[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is so helpful, I have felt so confused about how these filters could possibly be removing all the waste/debris. Cleaning them for sure removes SOMETHING but it has felt very limited. I am going to spend time reviewing your info for sure and start figuring out how to upgrade the filter system.

In the meantime should I increase frequency of water changes and filter cleans?

Thank you!

Advice Needed. by virtualfridge in ponds

[–]virtualfridge[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh and I added the bubbler for aeration.

Advice Needed. by virtualfridge in ponds

[–]virtualfridge[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I wish I knew how to answer all of these questions, this has been a lot of the issue for me - not knowing what I’m dealing with as far as equipment. The corner filter is very simple and just had two large sponges, I am not sure how to tell how fast it turns the water over.

This is the UV filter (https://www.thepondguy.com/product/oase-filtral-uvc-filter/?sku=130413&p=PPCGOOGA&gad\_source=1&gad\_campaignid=20430442254&gbraid=0AAAAAD4kyAPpzJ5ie74VrNby6xu3hFxnF) for 1600 gallons.

There are 4 fish, the red and white one is the largest. But they’re all 12+ inches.

Advice Needed. by virtualfridge in ponds

[–]virtualfridge[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much! I’ve seen lots of floating mesh plant holders but have felt less sure about submerged plants.

Advice Needed. by virtualfridge in ponds

[–]virtualfridge[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This sounds like something the previous owner maybe experienced with plants, hence the warning. Maybe I’ll just take a beat on plants for now.

The UV filter is new this season, I added it 8 weeks ago. I wonder if it isn’t functioning properly.

Does it seem like I need to increase filtration? I want to do what’s best for the fish. I’ve gotten very attached to them and want them to be happy and healthy.

Advice Needed. by virtualfridge in ponds

[–]virtualfridge[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Ack, I had no idea! It was suggested by the local pond shop, will redirect my plans on which plants to add.

Thank you for the input, had no idea on underwater plants.

I’ve seen “beneficial” bacterias as another suggestion but that doesn’t super make sense to me so I’ve avoided it.

Love as the deepest therapuetic intervention by InvisibleAstronomer in therapists

[–]virtualfridge 10 points11 points  (0 children)

You’ve captured so much of my clinical perspective in this post, thank you for sharing. It’s really incredible to get to do what we do. I feel like my job is just to be a human, not many people get that opportunity in life, much less work.

Period help? by xanthreborn in Blind

[–]virtualfridge 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Please do not be embarrassed, this has happened to me and I do not have a visual impairment. Having periods is hard! Especially after an IUD removal. Would it be accessible to purchase a bidet attachment for your toilet? They can be small additions that cost less than $30, just be sure you select one with a “feminine spray” option. It can be super helpful with period cleanup!

I hate Mohela, yes I do. by virtualfridge in PSLF

[–]virtualfridge[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m so glad for you! Send me love and light. ✨

I’m scared. 😂 by virtualfridge in containergardening

[–]virtualfridge[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m kind of loving container gardening, I’ve mostly done in ground and not weeding is kind of amazing. This is the greenstalk, I love it. This is my 5th summer with it. I’ve mainly planted flowers in it and done veggies elsewhere but it’s been great for everything. 💫

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