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What Should You Do About String Algae?(Post)
String algae are an issue that every pond owner has to deal with. While algae is acceptable in small amounts, too much of it can be a cause for concern. Below are some things you should know about st ...
Fish Disease Spotlight: Columnaris(Post)Columnaris, which is also called cottonmouth, is an affliction which results from the aerobic bacteria Flavobacterium columnare. This bacterium is gram negative, common in water which is fresh and fr ...
Adding Sturgeon To Your Pond(Post)Sturgeon is a family of fish that can be divided into twenty seven species. They are considered by many experts to be primitive fish since they display characteristics which have largely not changed ...
Press Release: Grand Opening — New Chattanooga Location!(Post)Chattanooga, TN – Fitz’s Fish Ponds (FFP), a leading name in pond construction, maintenance, and aquatic life, is thrilled to announce the Grand Opening of its brand-new location in Chatt ...
What Is Aquascaping? A Beginner’s Guide(Post)Aquascaping is a fusion of art and the science of arrangement. Its layout processes can be compared to those of a photographer or painter, as they have the same principles. Color, texture, and struct ...
Why You Should Garden Using Straw Bales(Post)Although straw bales are popularly associated with Halloween decorations, when used properly they can be an essential part of the water garden or landscape. The reason for this is because when the s ...
Top Tips To Keep Your Pond Leaves-Free(Post)Your pond is the centerpiece of your garden, and debris such as falling leaves can affect the overall well-being of the aquatic animals in your pond. Leaves that fall into the pond will decay over t ...
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 th ...
Fish Disease Spotlight: Costia(Post)Costia is a parasite that is single celled and thrives in cold water. It will multiply quickly in this environment and can cause considerable harm to any fish it comes into contact with. It is consid ...
Fish Disease Spotlight: Parasitic Worms in Ponds(Post)Parasitic worms are a serious concern for pond owners and aquarists. Among the most notorious is the Camallanus worm, a fish worm parasite that grows over 6–12 weeks and becomes visible protru ...
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& ...
Bringing Nature Indoors Aquascaping and Nature Aquariums(Post)As pond owners prepare to close their ponds for the colder months and retreat indoors, there’s an option for bringing the peaceful tranquility of your pond into your home. Aquascapes, also ...
Global Koi Insights: Fitz Visits an Aquatic Vet in Bali(Post)Earlier this year, CEO of Fitz’s Fish Ponds, Brian Fitzsimmons traveled across the world to continue expanding his knowledge of global koi keeping. During his travels he visited many Koi Farms ...
Are Submerged Plants Good For Your Pond?(Post)Every pond needs submerged plants for a number of reasons. Surface and floating plants like hyacinth and water lilies add beauty and pops of color to your underwater garden. Just like any other plant ...
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