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Fri, Jul 9, 10 at 19:51
| OK, finally after a looooong time, it's time to introduce some life into the pond. Cosmetically it's not finished, but the water is ready to accept something. I have some generic lily (bought at Lowe's) that's been growing in a plastic trash bin, I'll dump that in first. Do I need any type of "conditioning" agent to make the water more suitable for animals? I don't mean fish, at least nothing big. I'm thinking I'd like some frogs, so maybe get some tadpoles. Can the water condition itself if left alone for a few days? The pond will be MAINLY for lilies and other aquatic plants. I've read up on them, and will get some floatables and submerged varieties, as well as some marginals for the shallow shelf.
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- Posted by goodkarma_ 5b (My Page) on Fri, Jul 9, 10 at 23:10
| I would not hesitate to add aquatic plants. For the aquatic tadpoles and such I would think that after a few days the chlorine in the water would have dissipated and it would be safe. If you want to be on the safe side you can add some dechlor to the pond. Regards, Lisa |
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| Thanks Lisa, Do you get your plants locally or online? |
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- Posted by goodkarma_ 5b (My Page) on Sat, Jul 10, 10 at 10:34
| Most of mine are local and from pond friends. Try the aquatic plant exchange forum. Very nice people who give away plants for the price of postage or trade. Regards, |
Here is a link that might be useful: Aquatic plant exchange
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- Posted by pondmaninal 7b (My Page) on Sat, Jul 10, 10 at 20:36
| Newgen, one thing that you need to consider getting, mosquito fish. Otherwise, the mosquitoes will drain you dry. :o) |
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| pondmanimal, Where can I get "mosquito fish", places like Pet Smart? Or any local store that sell aquarium fish? Thanks, |
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