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The Relationship Between Snakes and Ponds(Post)
A healthy pond will attract all sorts of animals, from dragon flies to ducks. While many of these species will enthrall pond owners, there are some that won’t, and one of the best examples is ...
How To Choose The Best Plants for Your Pond(Post)Choosing plants for your pond is similar to selecting plants for your flower bed. You will need to consider the height, condition and color, as well as the species. The most beautiful ponds are those ...
Is Your Pond Ready For The Fall Season?(Post)Fall can be a hazardous season for ponds when they are not properly maintained. Falling temperatures and leaves are just a few of the problems pond owners will face, so it is important to remember th ...
FFP Revamps Peddler’s Village’s Beloved Pond(Post)Nestled in the heart of Peddler’s Village in Lahaska, PA, just steps away from Fitz’s Fish Ponds’ New Hope Retail Store, lies a now beautiful natural pond, that has become ...
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 ...
Protecting Pond Fish From Extreme Heat(Post)Protecting pond fish from extreme heat is very important during the summer months. Heat waves can be hazardous to ponds because they cause increased evaporation and photosynthesis which is undesirabl ...
Are Your Pond Fish Ready For Winter?(Post)Pond fish winterization procedures will depend on the depth and size of your pond, along with the equipment and the species of fish you have. Practices will also vary depending on the location of you ...
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 ...
Quick Tips For Your First Pond Landscaping Project(Post)Pond landscaping makes a great summer project, and can be done with friends or family members. Whether you desire one that is a half acre in size, or a much smaller pond that is designed to fit ...
How to Winterize a Koi Pond: A Complete Cold-Weather Survival Guide(Post)Winter isn’t the season that “kills fish.” Winter is the season that exposes everything that got ignored during the busy months: soft sludge on the bottom, clogged intakes, leaves t ...
Pond Design: Myths About Using Gravel And Rocks(Post)The practice of using gravel and rocks in the construction of ponds has been a subject of contention among enthusiasts. Much of the debate is a result of confusion regarding the role of gravel or roc ...
How To Perform Pond Care In Summer(Post)The summer season means longer days and more gentle nights for pond owners to enjoy their ponds. However, higher temperatures also mean that there are certain procedures which should be followed when ...
How Pond Management Influences Restocking And Landscaping(Post)Knowing when to restock your pond is very important, whether you’re working with one that is established or recently built. Aside from fish, other things that will need to be restocked include ...
Why Pond Liming Is Important(Post)Pond Liming is prevalent in certain parts of the U.S., particularly the southeast. There are three key benefits to it, which are an increase in available nutrients, a way to sterilize the pond before ...
4 Types Of Aquatic Plants To Beautify Your Pond(Post)Aquatic plants does magic to your pond in the most natural way. In a balanced eco-system, aquatic plants are irreplaceable and yield many benefits. Not only do they beautify your pond, they help to ...