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Tips For Adding Fall Coloration To Your Landscape(Post)
Fall in certain places can be quite spectacular due to the aspens which become golden combined with the deciduous trees which become yellow and red and the temperatures which are cooler than summer b ...
The Benefits of Adding Cardinal Flowers To Your Pond(Post)The herbaceous plant known as cardinal flowers provide innumerable benefits to pond owners who are wise enough to stock it. It is a magnet for hummingbirds and butterflies, and its bright red colora ...
How Ponds Can Be Used To Manage Stormwater(Post)When most people think of manmade ponds they visualize artificial structures which are designed purely for architectural appeal and visual enjoyment. However, these ponds can perform functional purpo ...
Tackling Fin Rot In Your Pond Fish(Post)If you have chosen to have a pond in your outside space, you are likely to have also chosen to stock it with ornamental fish, koi or the many other types of fish. Whilst you can easily look after the ...
The Importance of Cold Water Fish Food(Post)While it may be hard to believe at first, almost everything that occurs in your pond will be influenced by metabolism. Specifically, the quality of the water is determined by the metabolism of the fi ...
Fish Disease Spotlight: Dropsy(Post)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 u ...
Above Ground Ponds vs. Below Ground Ponds(Post)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 simila ...
How To Effectively Manage Pond Dams(Post)Dams have been used for centuries, and are prized for their ability to manipulate water. They are occasionally used by pond owners on a smaller scale, but it is crucial to make sure they are properl ...
The Most Popular Water Garden Trends For 2019(Post)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 ...
The Best Pond Temperatures By Season(Post)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 ...
Fish Disease Spotlight: Exophthalmia(Post)Exophthalmia, also known as Popeye, is a type of disease in which the eyes of a fish will bulge out, and will appear cloudy or white. It may affect one eye or both simultaneously. It results from swe ...
How Do Bubbling Rocks Work?(Post)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? H ...
Pondscaping Ideas For Your Inspiration(Post)There is no limit to the many ways pondscaping can be used to enhance your pond or water garden. When the right ideas are implemented pollinators such as butterflies and bees will be attracted to you ...
How To Avoid String Algae(Post)String algae thrive on the nutrients which are present in your pond. To prevent this you must eliminate the nutrients as much as possible. One way of doing this is by placing plants in the pond which ...
How Wind Affects Ponds(Post)Wind can be good or bad for ponds, depending on the circumstances. Although wind provides oxygen, it might also cause degradation and ruin all your effort to care for your pond. Below are some addit ...