
The Most Popular Water Garden Trends For 2019
Apr 19th 2024
Both water gardens and ponds have been increasing in popularity across the United States. Their beauty, aesthetic appeal, and ability to put one in touch with nature make them attractive. Furthermore, …
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The Five Most Fundamental Pond Lighting Techniques
Apr 19th 2024
Adding the right pond lighting to your landscape is the best way to enhance it, especially at night. Below are five fundamental techniques which are used by professionals to produce both distinctive …
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The Best Pond Temperatures By Season
Apr 19th 2024
Maintaining the right temperature in your pond is absolutely essential. Certain species of plants and fish thrive at specific temperature ranges, and may become ill or die at others. To make matters m …
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The Benefits of Using Bottom Drains For Ponds
Apr 19th 2024
Traditionally, bottom drains have been used mostly in pools. But a growing number of people are recognizing the benefits of using them in ponds as well. Below is a description of these drains, how the …
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The Benefits of EPDM Pond Liners
Apr 19th 2024
EPDM pond liners provide a number of benefits over standard models. Aside from being pre-cut and designed for ease of transport, they can also be used in the construction or renovation of a variety of …
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Fish Disease Spotlight: Dropsy
Apr 19th 2024
Dropsy can result from bacterial infection and when fish have it their bodies will swell due to the growth of fluid within their tissue. This does tremendous damage and if left untreated it is very un …
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Fish Disease Spotlight: Costia
Apr 19th 2024
Costia is a parasite that is single celled and thrives in cold water. It will multiply quickly in this environment and can cause considerable harm to any fish it comes into contact with. It is conside …
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Fish Disease Spotlight: Columnaris
Apr 19th 2024
Columnaris, which is also called cottonmouth, is an affliction which results from the aerobic bacteria Flavobacterium columnare. This bacterium is gram negative, common in water which is fresh and fre …
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Fish Disease Spotlight: Argulus
Apr 19th 2024
Argulus, which is also referred to as Fish Louse, is a parasite that is common among fish. It has the shape of a disc which is flattened, and resembles a crustacean. Upon becoming adults these parasit …
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Tips For Using Nature To Protect Your Garden From Pests
Apr 19th 2024
Anyone who owns a garden will have to deal with pests eventually, but the chemical products sold on the market are not a long term solution. To be sure, they will eradicate the offenders, but at the …
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