Just a quick update! I have been maintaining the pond consistently throughout the months. So far heading into the winter I have noticed a slow down in growth of the plants. Probably due to the decrease in daylight. I have also noticed more hair algae growth, since the plants are taking up the nutrients in the water slower than compared to the rest of the year. After performing a trim on the Vallisneria, there's a little more room for the fish to swim around, not that they need it. Maybe this will help the rest of the pond as the tall grass was creating too much shade. Here's little snippet of the pond as it sits now. Take a visit and spread the word!