Outdoor pond
supplies will cater to every climate and type of outdoor pond
available. Thus, when choosing outdoor pond supplies, you need to
consider your climate and budget. If you live in an area where you
have a winter season, one of the outdoor pond supplies you will need
is a pond heater or pond deicer. Your fish will have a hard time surviving
in water that gets below 50° Fahrenheit.
If you live an area that is mostly warm or hot year-round, then some
of the outdoor pond supplies will be different. You will want to consider
a pond liner that strongly resists
UV rays. You will also need a very good filtration system as more
sun creates more algae, and this tends to make the pond water murky.
Though algae can be good in limited amounts, you will need submerged
and surface aquatic plants to keep the water nutrient-rich, but also
clear.
Some outdoor pond supplies that are needed in all climates are filters,
plants, pond liners, skimmers, pumps, and underlayment material. Most
other outdoor pond supplies are considered extras.