Combatting New Pond Syndrome or "Pea Soup" algae.


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This is Part 2 of a 2 part series.

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The transcript from the YouTube video titled "How to REMOVE ALGAE from a pond | Temecula Pond Maintenance" by Columbia Water Gardens.

This video, also from Carl at Columbia Water Gardens, is a follow-up showing the successful results of treating "new pond syndrome" in a pond in Temecula, California.

Summary of Pond Clearing Results and Maintenance Philosophy

1. Results of Algae Treatment

  • Clarity Achieved: The pond, which was previously so green you could not see more than 2 or 3 inches down, is now crystal clear[01:16:00].
  • Method Used: The pond was cleared up naturally without a full water change or clean-out, using a combination of beneficial bacteria and digestive enzymes[01:27:00].
  • Required Action: The customer was also advised to pull out certain plants that were promoting algae growth [01:37:00].
  • Healthy Algae: The video points out a small amount of velvet-like algae on the outside of the rocks, which is described as "golden for ponds" and a sign of a healthy, natural environment [01:55:00].

2. Ecosystem Pond Philosophy

  • Working with Nature: The pond is an ecosystem pond, meaning the goal is to work with nature, not against it [02:58:00].
  • Key Ecosystem Components:
    • Waterfalls/Bio Falls: These are important for generating oxygen[03:13:00].
    • Algae Presence: A small amount of algae is not a problem; it indicates a natural, healthy environment [03:31:00].

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