Planting pond plants
Plants in a basket (AQUA SET)
Most pond plants are sold as plugs. If they come as plugs, you can place them in a pond basket. This is the most common and simplest method.
Not suitable for free-floating oxygenating plants such as Ceratophyllum Ceratophyllum demersum), Elodea Elodea dens), Stratiotes aloides Stratiotes aloides), and Marimo Cladophora aegagropila).
Here's how to prepare a basket:
- 1Mix Pond clay Pond substrate in the basket.
- 2Plant 4 plugs of each variety, with the growing point facing up. Water lily: 1 per basket.
- 3Press the feed cone in the center.
- 4Cover with gravel.
Then place the basket at the correct depth:
Every plant needs to be planted at the correct depth. You can find this information on the plant's label or on our website in the product description for each item.
- Tip: For the first few weeks, place the basket 1. 2 inches lower to provide extra light and encourage faster growth.
- Use only the materials provided. Do not add root barrier fabric, sand, or rocks.
Planting cuttings
Plugs are young aquatic plants that you buy in large quantities.
They are soldwithout an AQUA SETand are ideal for plant filters or marsh areas.
Here's how to plant seedlings:
- 1Provide at least 10 cm of STEP ONE Pond substrate as a base layer.
- 2Remove the plugs from the tray.
- 3Plant them in the substrate with the growing tip facing up.
- 4Plant them no deeper than 5–10 cm, unless otherwise specified in the product description.
- Plugs don't need to be placed in a basket.
Planting directly in the growing medium yields the best and most natural results.
Forgot the planting depth? Look up the plant onvdvelde.comand follow the planting depth listed on the product page.
Loose oxygen-producing plants
Submerged oxygenating plants are designed for thedeeper parts of the pondand help keep the water clear and prevent the growth of floating algae.
These are:Ceratophyllum, Elodea, Stratiotes aloides Marimo.
Here's how to use them:
- 1. Removethe plants from the packaging.
- 2Remove Elodea white foam from Elodea ; the weights can stay in place.
- 3Place the plants loosely in the pond.
- 4Placethem preferably in the deeper areas.
Marimo naturally Marimo to the bottom.
Stratiotes aloides initially float upside down and later turns itself right side up.
Ceratophyllum turn red or brown. This is normal.
- Make sure that oxygenating plants are always at least 20 cm submerged.
- Make sure to provide a base layer of at least 10 cm of porous substrate.
Here's how to keep your pond plants and pond healthy
Simply putting plants in the water isn't enough. For a successful, clear pond, you need to keep the following points in mind:
TIP
Is your pond too deep, and do your plants lack a shallow area?
Or do you have large fish that uproot the plants?
With stackable pond crates, you can easily create raised areas in your pond.
This ensures your plants are at the right depth and protected from fish.
Complete your pond kit
Order crates right away, or pick up a sample set to try them out and see if they fit.
Test Set (3 pieces)
Perfect for trying things on and measuring. Stackable and sturdy.
12 crates + growing medium
Simon's Choice: Fill the crates with growing medium for a vertical plant filter. Maximum purification!
Unfortunately, this is a common mistake: filling the pond with water before the aquatic plants have been placed. This makes it difficult or even impossible to position all the plants securely in the substrate. Simon therefore recommends starting by spreading a thin layer Pond substrate an empty pond, then adding just a small amount of water. You can now walk through the pond in boots to place the Aquatic plants their spots in the substrate. Then top it off with more substrate. Is everything secure and firmly in place? Only then should you fill the entire pond with water.
If you have a larger pond, it’s a good idea to work from the inside out. This means you start in the deepest area and work your way out step by step. You’ll finish in the shallowest area (the marsh area).
When planting Aquatic plants consider the ideal depth for optimal growth. This information is listed on the packaging of our pond plants. Do you like having lots of plants? If so, place the baskets or crates close together.
Would you like some more helpful tips for a healthy and clear pond?
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Frequently Asked Questions About Planting Pond Plants
Aquatic plants place Aquatic plants at the depth specified for the product.
The correct planting depth was also listed on the label that came with the plant.
Lost the label? Look up the plant on vdvelde.com. The correct depth is listed on the product page.
Use plenty of plants and arrange them in groups.
Too few plants increase the risk of algae growth and instability.
Want to know exactly what your pond needs?
Check out our Clear Water Plan.