We discussed what happens to your pond if the water freezes in the last article, so here we will discuss what you can do to stop the big freeze and what happens to your fountain or pump during the winter months.

If you have fish like koi in your pond, it is always a good idea to try to stop ice from forming or melt a section it if it is already frozen over. You can buy pond heaters from most online aquatic websites that will float on the water. The device is of course powered by electricity but will keep an area of the pond free from ice.

If the pond does freeze, you should always try to melt a section holding a hot pan of water on the surface. If you try and smash the ice the shock could kill the fish. It goes without saying that even if you think the ice on your pond is quite thick you should never try to stand on the ice. Apart from the injury you may sustain as a result, the compressed ice will damage the pond liner and lead to leaks.

You can still use your fountain during cold weather but if the chances of severe weather are high, there is the possibility you will have to turn the pond pump off. If cold weather is expected for long periods or you live in a region that experiences harsh winters, a good idea is to remove the pump completely and reinstate it into the pond next spring.