Water Quality

The Nature of Successful Koi Keeping - Solids

SOLIDS - ORGANIC & INORGANIC SOLIDS

If we can identify the sources of organics and solids we can begin to control them and in this way bring some relief to the filtration system early on in the battle for clear water.

Salt

Using Salt in Koi Ponds

There are many myths and half truths surrounding the use of salt in koi ponds. This essay deals with different viewpoints and realities.

Hydrogen Sulphide in Koi Ponds

Hydrogen Sulphide in Koi Ponds

A build-up of dirt and decaing organic matter is undesirable in koi ponds.

Controlling Algae with Barley Straw in Koi Ponds

CONTROL OF ALGAE WITH BARLEY STRAW

Algae cause a number of problems in water but can be controlled by using barley straw..

Following is the text of an information sheet produced by the Center for Aquatic Plant Management in England who discovered and developed the use of barley straw as a method of algal control.

Our thanks to Dr Jonathan Newman : Senior Research Scientist IACR-Centre for Aquatic Plant Management : Sonning, Reading, RG4 6TH, UK for permission to reproduce this article for the Society Members.

Montmorillonite / Bentonite Clay in Koi Ponds

Montmorillonite / Bentonite Clay in Koi Ponds

The addition of montmorillonite clays to fish ponds have proven benefits. Many koi keepers used these clays with great success. Montmorillonite clays are commercially available under various brand names depending on the country of origin.

Drought in the Southern Cape

Koi Ponds and Drought Situations