Aquascape Plant & Fish Care
Support healthy planting and sensible fish care
Plant baskets, floating islands, fertiliser and fish-care accessories help you look after the living part of a pond. Choose them around the species, planting position and the job you need to do. Plants can provide shade and take up nutrients, but neither plants nor a care product remove the need for appropriate filtration and water-quality checks.
For planting containers, compare the 6-inch, 8-inch and 12-inch Aquatic Planters. Each pack contains two empty flexible planters. Choose a size with room for the roots and for the plant’s expected growth.
Does a floating plant island replace filtration?
No. It can be a useful planted feature, but the pond still needs a filtration and aeration arrangement appropriate to its fish load.
Give plants the right space
A basket or island should suit the mature plant and its preferred water level. Keep planting media contained and use pond-specific fertiliser at the label rate. Floating islands need a stable planting arrangement and, where necessary, suitable anchoring rather than being allowed to obstruct a skimmer.
Handle fish with purpose and care
Choose nets or handling equipment for the fish and the task. A debris net and a fish-handling net are not necessarily the same. If fish are unwell, check the water and obtain suitable advice rather than treating a general care product as a diagnosis.
Can I use ordinary garden fertiliser in the pond?
Use products specifically intended for the aquatic planting and follow their instructions. Uncontrolled nutrient release into the water can create avoidable problems.
Compare the flexible Aquatic Planter sizes
| Planter diameter × height | Approximate metric size | Pack |
|---|---|---|
| 6 × 6 inches | 15.2 × 15.2cm | 2 empty planters |
| 8 × 6 inches | 20.3 × 15.2cm | 2 empty planters |
| 12 × 8 inches | 30.5 × 20.3cm | 2 empty planters |
Add suitable aquatic planting media and follow the stated planting depth for your species. Check the reference point on the plant’s label or product page: it may be the basket top or the plant’s crown, not the pond floor. Container height does not determine the correct water depth for every plant.
