Crystal Clear Bliss: Achieve Dreamy Water Gardens with the Right Filtration System
Filtration is crucial for maintaining a healthy water garden. Choose one rated for your pond size or larger when purchasing a filter. If your pond has a high debris load from overpopulation of fish or nearby trees, consider a filter one size larger. Remember, you can never have too much filtration, but an undersized filter will lead to constant algae problems.
For ponds up to 1,200 gallons, "Ponds* up* to* 1,250* Gallons is an excellent choice. It includes mechanical and biological filtration media, a UV clarifier to combat discolored water, and a pump to circulate it. As a bonus, it can discharge water through an included fountain with three pattern options or a diverter valve to power a waterfall or spitter.
External Pressurized FiltersFor larger ponds up to 4,500 gallons, consider the FiltoClear 8200 Pressurized Filter 60 Watts UV (GEN 3) This unit combines mechanical and biological filters with an ultraviolet clarifier. Water passes through an integrated UV lamp, then through foam filters and media that trap dirt and debris. Beneficial bacteria also colonize here, keeping the water clean and clear. The filter has a backflush feature, making cleaning easy. Place the FiltoClear 8200 Pressurized Filter 60 Watts UV (GEN 3) pump in the deepest part of your pond, away from the waterfall or discharge.
For ponds with many leaves or a high-volume pump, skimmers are practical. Skimmers can filter up to 10,000 gallons and work with pumps up to 20,000 GPH. They are ideal for mechanical filtration, equipped with a large debris net and Medium Density Matala Filter Media Pad. Place the skimmer across from your waterfall or discharge for optimal circulation.
Waterfall filters add both beauty and filtration to your pond. The ClearSpring Mini Waterfall Filter, for instance, contains BioBalls and two filter pads of varying density for maximum filtration. It offers two weir options – a traditional smooth surface and a ribbed pattern – to match your aesthetic. You can also connect multiple boxes via FPT inlets on both sides.
Be sure to choose a waterfall filter, not a waterfall spillway. A spillway only creates an even water flow and doesn’t have sufficient filter media for a pond. It’s perfect for adding a waterfall to an already-filtered pond.
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