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00:00How to prepare your garden for aquatic plants next year.
00:04Plan plant placement and grouping.
00:06Map out shallow margins for marginal plants and deeper zones for submerged species.
00:11Balancing sun exposure and containment needs.
00:14Test and balance water chemistry.
00:17Test pH, ammonia, nitrites, and phosphates.
00:20Now using a reliable kit to ensure neutral to slightly acidic water before planting.
00:25Amend surrounding soil and edge treatments.
00:28Remove weeds and invasive runners.
00:30Add loamy soil and coarse sand and firm edges with stones to prevent erosion.
00:35Integrate beneficial wildlife habitats.
00:38Place branch bundles or logs in shallow waters before winter
00:41to provide insects and amphibians with overwintering shelters and habitats.
00:46Choose appropriate aquatic containers and substrates.
00:49Use UV-resistant aquatic planters filled with heavy clay or loam soil at correct depths
00:54and label pots for each plant.
00:56Establish a maintenance schedule for spring start.
01:00Draft a spring maintenance calendar with dates for water changes, filter checks, and planting,
01:05setting reminders to avoid rushed tasks.
01:08Source healthy aquatic plants and avoid invasives.
01:11Order healthy, disease-free aquatic plants from reputable nurseries,
01:15prioritizing natives and avoiding known invasives unless you plan rigorous control.
01:19Ensure proper filtration and aeration systems.
01:23Clean or upgrade filters and test pumps and air stones now,
01:27ensuring full filtration and aeration capacity for healthy water.
01:31Clean and revamp the pond or container.
01:34Drain and scrub basins or containers with a mild, pond-safe cleaner,
01:38rinse with vinegar, and let dry before refilling.
01:41Prepare for winterizing your aquatic setup.
01:43Move tender plants indoors, trim hardy perennials, install de-icers or break ice for gas exchange,
01:49and top off water levels.
01:51Don't forget!
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