Water
June 2006
We built a new 15x15 pond this spring and the water has turned orange. Is there anybody
in my area of Mountain Home that could help me with this? The fish seem to be OK and
the ph and stuff is in the normal range. It just looks funny, kind of like orange
kool-aid. The water is clear. Help!
I would suggest you get the water tested. Do you have a lot of iron in your water
in Mt. Home--are you filling the pond with city water or well water? I have not heard
of orange water--usually it is green or brown. You can pay a slight fee for water
testing through your local extension office and they will give you results and ideas
on how to correct it. Start there. While Arkansas Extension doesn't have an official
water gardening specialist, we do have several who are involved with water quality
and fisheries--who deal with water gardens. Get with your county agent and see what
they can find out for you. Good luck.