Pond Plant Spotlight: Pickerel

Pickerel is a plant which can be found naturally throughout North America and is attractive due to its flowers which are spiked and blue. It blooms from the early part of summer until fall but must b …

When weather is pleasant, there is no better place to enjoy a meal than outdoors near your backyard pond. The open space and air combined with the wonderful aroma of the grill conjures a great mood, …

Aquatic plants does magic to your pond in the most natural way. In a balanced eco-system, aquatic plants are irreplaceable and yield many benefits. Not only do they beautify your pond, they help to l …

Watercress is an aquatic plant that has played a key role in multiple civilizations throughout history. Also known as Nasturtium, it has a number of benefits which made it valuable to the ancients, an …

There are three plants which can act as a natural filter for your pond, keeping the water pristine and clear. These are Duck Potato, American Pondweed and Pickerel Weed. Below is a description of eac …

Pond water may occasionally turn pink, which can be alarming for pond owners who see it for the first time. Below is an explanation of why this occurs, what should be done about it, and whether or not …

Fathead minnows are small fish olive in color which has been used as a form of bait for more than one hundred years. They can be found naturally throughout North America, in the U.S., Canada and Mexic …

Butterfly koi are a distinct variety of koi which are prized by those who are looking for something different. They come in a variety of patterns and sizes, all of which display a vibrant color. To le …

Pond filter urns are a type of devices which provide both functional and aesthetic value to both ponds and water gardens. The urn offers filtration which is both biological and functional in nature, w …

Sturgeon is a family of fish that can be divided into twenty seven species. They are considered by many experts to be primitive fish since they display characteristics which have largely not changed s …