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Pond Fish Spotlight: Goby(Post)
Although most gobies are marine species, there are some that can thrive in freshwater ponds. In this regard, they provide a number of advantages, including hardiness, a small size, can interact peace
How To Control The Cattail Population In Your Pond(Post)When allowed to run amuck, a cattail population can rapidly take over your pond. Cattails are aquatic plants which are commonly found near lakes, streams and rivers and they can reach lengths of 10 fe
Why Pond Fish Sometimes Become Dormant(Post)When pond and aquarium experts use the term “dormant” to describe fish, many novice fish owners don’t know what they’re referring to, but below is a detailed description of this phenomenon, whether or
The Fitz’s Fish Ponds Team Returns to Japan's Koi Capital for the Fall Harvest(Post)The Fitz’s Fish Ponds team, led by Owner and CEO Brian Fitzsimmons, Retail Manager Ryan Cardilllo, and Director of Koi Sales & Marketing AJ Mandell, is currently in Japan for their 4th Fall Harvest Tr
The Process of Shipping Koi from Japan to Fitz’s Fish Ponds(Post)Winter marks an important season for Fitz’s Fish Ponds (FFP) — koi shipping season. Each year, the team travels to Japan to select top-quality koi from Niigata's renowned breeders. The process of ship
Grass Carp in Ponds: Stocking & Permits(Post)Grass carp are a vegetarian pond fish stocked to control submerged aquatic weeds such as hydrilla, elodea, pondweed and coontail. They graze plants down without stirring up mud, and they leave other f
Pond Fish Spotlight: Angel Fish(Post)The angel fish are some of the most elegant and beautiful freshwater fishes. Besides their astonishing coloration, they have a breathtaking aspect as well owing to their exquisitely executed movement
How To Choose The Correct Pond Netting(Post)Most pond owners know that they should use netting, especially during autumn, but there are lots of options available, so which is the right one? Below is a guide to choosing the correct netting for y
Pond Plant Spotlight: Purple Pitcher Plant(Post)Also referred to as the north pitcher plant, this species can make a great addition to your water garden or pond. The perennial plant has a vibrant color like water lilies, is simple to grow and is ea
How To Keep Pond Weeds Under Control(Post)Pond owners who are tired of removing weeds by hand will be pleased to learn that there are many ways to keep them under control without using manual labor. To do this effectively, you must first unde
A Guide to the Best Koi Decorations(Post)Creating and building a koi pond involves much more than just the fish. While they are the primary focus, you’ll want to create an environment that is enjoyable for the fish and peaceful for you. You
Pond Plant Spotlight: Pickerel(Post)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
Pond Service and Maintenance(Page) Pond Service and Maintenance^(Page) Pond Plant Spotlight: Marsh Marigold(Post)Those who live or have traveled to states in the Southeast or Midwestern U.S. might have noticed flowers with a yellow blossom which resembles a buttercup, which flourish between April and June either