Pond Renovation

Introduction   |   What is Rotenone?   |   Preparing the Pond   |  
Applying Rotenone   |    Restocking the Pond

When to Restock

It is important to wait until the rotenone dissipates before restocking. If you poison in early fall, the rotenone should be detoxified by the time early winter rains come to refill the pond partially. A good general rule is to wait one month. A simple test can help determine when it is safe to restock. Place a few bream (bluegill or redear) in a small cage in the pond or in an aerated container with water from the pond. If the fish survive 24 to 36 hours, it is safe to restock the pond. Do not release these fish into the pond unless they are part of your restocking plan!