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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 ti
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 st
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 protruding fr
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
Types of Koi Fish: A Visual Guide(Post)Additions to a pond are but a part of the beauty of koi; they also come in several patterns, colors, and types of scales, which you will find in the variety of breeds of Koi at Fitz Fish Ponds. To a k
Adding Fathead Minnows To Your Pond(Post)Fathead minnows (Pimephales promelas) are a small, fast-reproducing forage fish used to feed bass and bluegill in stocked ponds. Most owners stock 1,000 to 2,000 per surface acre, in fall or early spr
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 known as na
Blogs(Page) 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 in Bali
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
Global Koi Keeping: Fitz Meets 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 in Bali
Fish Disease Spotlight: HITH(Post)HITH, or Hole in the Head, is a debilitating disease common in freshwater species. It has a number of potential causes and can lead to fatalities, but owners who catch and treat it early can save the
How to Calculate Your Pond’s Volume(Post)Understanding the volume of water in your pond is crucial for several reasons, from maintaining a healthy ecosystem to signing up for professional services. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you ca
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
How Snails Can Benefit Your Pond(Post)Ponds and water gardens can host a variety of animals, including fish, turtles, ducks and frogs. But one animal that many pond owners overlook are snails. As children many of us saw snails as being gr