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The Art of Koi in Japan: Tradition, Beauty, and Passion(Post)
In the misty mountains of Niigata, where the air hums with tradition, a thousand mud ponds reflect the sky. This is the birthplace of Japanese koi—the koi capital of the world. Here, beauty, cu ...
Koi Pond Filter Systems: Choosing the Best One for Your Pond(Post)A koi pond brings new life to any outdoor environment. The multicolored fishes, waterfall sounds, and a slice of nature at home add value to why many people construct their ponds. However, one import ...
Strategies For Preventing A Plugged Pond Filter(Post)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 filt ...
How To Use Dye Stain To Enhance Wood(Post)If you're looking to enhance wood with a deep, rich color that highlights the natural grain, a dye stain for wood is an excellent choice. Unlike pigment-based stains, wood dye stains penetrate deep ...
FFP Team's Winter Japan Trip: AJKS(Post)All Japan Koi ShowThe FFP Team, Brian Fitzsimmons, Ryan Cardillo and AJ Mandell returned from Japan in early February. During the winter trip, the team attends the All Japan Koi Show which is one of ...
Create a Winter Safe Haven for Stress-Free Koi(Post)As winter sets in, koi enthusiasts often find themselves grappling with concerns about the well-being of their prized fish. Two common worries that surface during this season are the stress on koi an ...
Koi Fest 2026 Returns Bigger Than Ever(Post)Milford, NJ – Fitz's Fish Ponds proudly announces the return of Koi Fest 2026, taking place Friday, August 21, and Saturday, August 22, 2026, at its headquarters in Milford, New Jersey. Now in ...
Pond Digger Podcast Dives into Koi Fest 2024 with Fitz & AJ(Post)Eric Triplett, host of The Pond Digger Podcast, recently sat down with Brian Fitzsimmons and AJ Mandell of Fitz's Fish Ponds to discuss the highly anticipated annual Koi Fest event. This year, E ...
Trip to Japan November 2020!(Post)Fitz Fish Ponds: Expert Pond Design and Wholesale Koi Fish Fitz Fish Ponds is a pond company that designs and builds ponds and landscapes, and has two retail locations. Through our connections in ...
Grand Opening Event in Franklin, Tennessee Recap(Post)Fitz’s Fish Ponds officially opened its doors at the Franklin, Tennessee, location with a high-energy Grand Opening event that brought together customers, families, koi enthusiasts, and communi ...
Quick Tips For Your First Pond Landscaping Project(Post)Pond landscaping makes a great summer project, and can be done with friends or family members. Whether you desire one that is a half acre in size, or a much smaller pond that is designed to fit ...
How To Filter Pond Water Effectively(Post)Water quality is one of the most critical factors to the long term viability of your water garden or pond. A lot of people feel that water and pond maintenance in general is a hassle, but it doesn&rs ...
Why Dragonflies Are Important For Ponds(Post)A common concern of pond owners, especially those living in tropical and semitropical climates, is the presence of mosquitoes and other pests. However, when water is correctly managed, not only will ...
An Inside Look At Wall Fountains(Post)The wall fountain is much simpler and subtle than the big water features most people are familiar with. It is also far more elegant than the typical garden fountain that is used to distribute wa ...
How To Get Rid Of Pond Leeches(Post)Leeches are blood suckers which are part of the same family as earthworms. They have segmented bodies and utilize suction cups within their mouths to attach themselves to both invertebrates and verte ...