At Cotswold Koi we would strongly recommend a Gravity System over a Pump Fed System below is information on both. The core elements of The pump Fed system involve a pump positioned in the pond and a filter located at … Read More
Absolutely, it’s important to continue to keep your Pond Filtration running throughout the winter season. The primary reason for this is that water that is consistently in motion tends to freeze more slowly, if it freezes at all. Although some … Read More
Certainly! You can feed your koi at any time of year based on their consumption, but make sure to provide only enough food for them to eat within a five-minute window. Any uneaten food should be removed right away. Typically, … Read More
Pond thermometers play an essential role in maintaining the health of any pond water. Did you know that the temperature of your pond water can significantly impact your Koi’s wellbeing? It’s important to monitor the temperature of your pond because … Read More
Be cautious when introducing new koi to your pond. It’s essential to refrain from adding new koi if you suspect that any of your existing koi may be suffering from an infection or parasites. Ideally, you should quarantine the new … Read More
A pond pump has a vital role in your pond filtration system it ensures that proper water circulation and prevents any stagnation. Pond pumps are rated by the volume of water they can circulate per hour (litres per hour, or … Read More
Pond Heating. There is much debate as to whether Koi hibernate in the winter. There are those that would have you believe that this is a natural state and quite healthy for your fish, while others would say this causes … Read More
The aim of any pond owner is to have clear and healthy water. But despite the filter’s obvious job of sucking in and trapping all the waste a ponds filter system should actually be clean inside too. Here’s why it … Read More
The colder months can be particularly unkind to your pond and its inhabitants. These things can cause all manner of problems that to first time pond keeper can put them off the hobby all together. There are many things you … Read More
Setting up a new pond from scratch can often lead to a moment of disappointment as your freshly built garden pond turns to a nasty pea green sludge during the first few weeks and months. This is known as ‘New … Read More