Some pond owners feel that their waterfall feature is sufficient aeration for their pond, but is it? As the waterfall churns and moves water by the gallons, it can certainly look like the pond is gett …
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Strategies For Preventing A Plugged Pond Filter
Jun 10th 2017
A filter is a necessity for ponds and water gardens, but owners face a dilemma: they aren’t supposed to clean them, and yet they are susceptible to becoming plugged. How can a plugged pond filte …
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How To Plan Your Pond Renovation
May 30th 2017
Pond renovation can be challenging, but it also a lot of fun, especially when you plan out the details. A lot of homeowners consider their ponds to be little more than an extension of their properties …
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What You Need To Know About Troubleshooting Pond Pumps
May 12th 2017
Although newer pond pumps have become more dependable and efficient in terms of energy, they are subject to Murphy’s Law and are ultimately vulnerable to malfunctions. The good news is that due …
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Can Water Features Improve Your Home Value?
Apr 11th 2017
Landscape design makes a great difference when it comes to selling a house, especially when interested home buyers adore your outdoor living space. Homes that come with aesthetically pleasing water fe …
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Above Ground Ponds vs. Below Ground Ponds
Apr 5th 2017
Ponds have a magical ability to calm us down; any form of discomfort such as stress could be easily curtailed. Since our bodies are mostly made of water, the water in the pond can provide this similar …
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Pond Cleaning Isn't As Easy As You Think!
Mar 6th 2017
Many pond owners, particularly those who are new to the hobby, underestimate the importance of pond cleaning. Ponds are complex ecosystems which are subject to the laws of entropy and if they are not …
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Getting To Know The Pondless Waterfalls
Feb 24th 2017
There are a number of advantages to pondless waterfalls. A full size pond requires significant expense to install and must be regularly maintained, which is a turn off for many people who either don&r …
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How Do Bubbling Rocks Work?
Dec 30th 2016
Bubbling rocks can be the perfect addition to your pond or water garden. Not only is bubbling water pleasing to the eye, but the sound is soothing and relaxing to hear. But what is a bubbling rock? Ho …
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Fish Disease Spotlight: Fish Tuberculosis
Dec 19th 2016
Fish, as with all living organisms, are susceptible to a number of diseases. One such condition is fish tuberculosis. It is caused by mycobacteria, which may be present in the mulm or mud which forms …
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