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Winter Safe Haven for 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 and
Backyard Stream Construction Guide(Post)The sound of water is soothing, creating a sense of calm in any area. Creating a gentle stream in the backyard is a construction project that can bring a special touch to your outdoor retreat. A gentl
Project Spotlight: A Natural Swim Pond in New Jersey Where Koi, Honey Bees & People Come Together(Post)What do Japanese koi, honey bees, and a backyard swimming pond have in common? At this New Jersey farm, they all share the same incredible ecosystem. A backyard pond can be beautiful. It can provide a
Pond Filter Media Explained: K1, K1 Micro, and K3+(Post)A clear pond doesn’t happen by chance. Good circulation, steady maintenance, and the right filter setup all play a part, yet the media inside the filter often does the real heavy lifting. That’s where
How to Tell the Gender of a Koi Fish Like a Pro(Post)Identifying the gender of koi fish might not be the top priority for pond owners. However, as koi mature and show different behaviors, understanding their gender becomes essential for their care and t
Inside the Sasha and Gary Vee 400,000-Gallon Pond Build(Post)A 400,000-gallon pond isn’t a typical backyard project. It requires heavy machinery, enormous boulders, carefully planned filtration, experienced leadership, and a crew that can adapt when the work ge
How to Winterize a Koi Pond(Post)Winter isn’t the season that “kills fish.” Winter is the season that exposes everything that got ignored during the busy months: soft sludge on the bottom, clogged intakes, leaves tucked into corners,
Project Spotlight: A One-of-a-Kind Custom Koi Pond & Water Feature in Virginia(Post)Two streams. An infinity edge. Massive waterfalls. Crystal-clear water. And a koi pond designed to flow through the architecture of a dream home. Some projects challenge you to rethink what a backyard
The Best Japanese Koi Fish Breeders We Work With(Post)A koi can look amazing in a photo and still disappoint in real life. Not because you picked the “wrong pattern,” but because the fish didn’t have the right foundation. Body structure, skin quality, an
How To Protect Koi From Herons, Raccoons, And Other Predators(Post)Koi fish are beautiful, peaceful, and easy to spot in a clear backyard pond. That’s exactly why predators notice them too. Herons, raccoons, cats, foxes, mink, otters, and some birds of prey may all p