Pond problems?

[charlie]

Its our old pond but this year has a new problem, for the first time in over 30 years we are getting large quantities of blanket weed, not added anything to the pond in years nor applied any fertilizer to the bed behind so I am at a bit of a loss as to why, but perhaps more importantly what to do to get rid of it or at least reduce the amount.

At the moment I am pulling out large quantities every other day, do I just keep going and hope I eventually reduce the nutrient levels or is there a quicker and easier method

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[Jungle Jas]

I always used a rake to pull my blanket weed out. If its not nutrients in the water, have you had more sun this year.

[charlie]

I always used a rake to pull my blanket weed out. If its not nutrients in the water, have you had more sun this year.

More sun :lol: (I dont think its been particularly sunny this spring)

Like you I am able to remove it and the water is lovely and clear (which is normal) but after a couple of days its back and I have to do it over again. Anyway thanks for your input (and secretly pleased I am not the only one having problems!)