The reality is, if you fail to set your system up using our Ecosystem Pond recipe so that it’s working in harmony with Mother Nature, then you’ll be asking for a lot of related problems that may require you to drain and clean your pond out on a regular basis. On the other hand, if you decide to work in harmony with Mother Nature instead of doing battle with her, then draining and cleaning your pond should take place only once a year (twice at most). Clean-outs should occur in the spring, before the weather gets warm and the bacteria has an opportunity to set up. Ponds with heavy fish and plant loads might need a drain and clean before winter sets in.
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Founder & Master Pond Builder
Jaak Harju is the founder and master pond builder of Atlantis Water Gardens, a family-owned design and build firm specializing in natural-looking ponds, waterfalls, and ecosystem water features. Since 2000, Jaak has dedicated his career to creating outdoor environments that inspire connection with nature.
With a background in landscape design and construction, Jaak brings artistry and precision to every project. He’s known nationally for his creative stonework, ecological pond design, and educational outreach within the pond-building community. Through his work, videos, and collaborations with other Aquascape-certified contractors, Jaak has helped redefine backyard water features as sustainable, living ecosystems.