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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
FFP's Trade Show Tour!(Post)This past month our team has been incredibly busy traveling to various trade shows to not only continue to learn best practice in the industry but to also contribute to the industry presenting on aspe
Fish Disease Spotlight: Gill Mites(Post)Pond fish are vulnerable to a number of afflictions, one of which is Gill Mites. The disease results from a parasite that thrives on the blood of its victims, along with their skin particles. Fish are
Cardinal Flowers for 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 colorat
The Ultimate Guide to Buying Koi Online(Post)Adding koi to a pond sounds simple at first. Pick a fish you like, bring it home, and let it settle in. Real pond ownership doesn’t work that way. Koi grow, change, develop, and place real demands on
How To Get Rid Of Pond Leeches(Post)What Pond Leeches Are and Where They Live Roughly 700 leech species have been described. Most live in freshwater ponds, lakes and marshes, a smaller number live in the ocean and a few live on land. In
7 Most Common Pond Emergencies(Post)A pond is a complex system, and like all complex systems, it is subject to Murphy’s Law, a law which states that "anything that can go wrong will." When something bad happens to your pond, it can be d
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
Press Release: FFP Expands to Franklin, TN(Post)Exciting news for pond enthusiasts in Tennessee! Fitz’s Fish Ponds (FFP) is thrilled to announce the opening of its newest retail location in Franklin, TN, this spring. This expansion marks a signific
Do Aquarium Plants Need Fertilizer?(Post)Creating a successful aquascape goes beyond its beautiful layout. It also requires knowledge of the growth and nutrition of aquatic plants. The careful arrangement of driftwood, rocks, and substrate p
FFP Expands to South Jersey, Acquires Lily Pond Emporium(Post)Mount Holly, NJ – Fitz’s Fish Ponds (FFP), the nation’s premier koi and pond specialist, is proud to announce the acquisition of Lily Pond Emporium, a longstanding staple in the South Jersey pond and
Behind the Scenes: FFP & Luke's Goldies in Japan(Post)In September 2025, YouTube influencer Luke of Luke’s Goldies embarked on a journey to Japan that would forever change his perspective on the world of fish—known to millions as the “goldfish guy,” Luke
Pond Trade: FFP Tips for Growing Grand Champion Koi(Post)Fitz's Fish Ponds, a leading name in the world of pond design, maintenance, and koi care, has recently published an insightful article in Pond Trade Magazine. The article, titled "Growing Grand Champi
SUSTAINABLE SUMMED UP: PERCEPTIONS(Post)Our perceptions are based on experiences, beliefs and data gathered. We are constantly bombarded with information. It’s tough to filter the good from the bad. For example, we waste money and resour
Convert Your Swimming Pool to a Koi Pond(Post)The typical large city has thousands of swimming pools, which require considerable costs for upkeep. The most tedious aspect of owning a pool isn’t so much the cleaning, but the fact that it is often