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How To Avoid String Algae(Post)
String algae thrive on the nutrients which are present in your pond. To prevent this you must eliminate the nutrients as much as possible. One way of doing this is by placing plants in the pond which ...
FFP Explores the Future of Live Selling(Post)Fitz’s Fish Ponds has always been a leader in bringing new ideas, products, and experiences to hobbyists across the country, and now, we’re taking that innovation to the digital stage. Li ...
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 ...
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 ...
Are Your Fish Receiving Enough Oxygen?(Post)Sufficient oxygen is a necessity for pond fish. They will utilize the supplies which are present in the water, but it must be replaced over time. Waterfalls are a key component to this process becaus ...
Project Spotlight: "The Boulder Beauty"(Post)This project took us out to a beautiful home in Princeton, NJ where we reshaped an entire backyard. The yard was originally filled with boulders and steeply slopes down– this space took some se ...
Keeping Green Pond Water At Bay(Post)Green is a wonderful color for your plants and vegetables, but green pond water is a sign that your pond is in serious trouble. There are many things that can cause it, with the most prominent b ...
Sustainable Landscaping: Conserve Water & Go Chemical-Free(Post)Water is essential to life. We drink it and use it for bathing, swimming and cleaning. We also waste it. Previous generations had to more with less, including water. I remembe ...
How to Create a Low-Maintenance Aquascape(Post)A well-designed aquascape works just as well with a simple and easy-to-maintain one as it does with a complex setup. For beginners, it makes for a great calming centerpiece that adds to the beauty of ...
Is Sunlight Good For Your Pond Fish?(Post)Many new pond owners are concerned about the effects of sunlight for pond fish. This is an important issue, and the solution will depend on various factors. Sunlight can be beneficial to your fish, b ...
Magnificent Property Makeover in Manalapan, NJ(Post)This project is a reflection of a full Fitz's Fish Ponds team effort. The project began with a collaboration between our landscape team and pond construction team and then led to our service tea ...
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 ...
How to Choose the Right Pond Heater for Your Koi Pond(Post)As temperatures drop, maintaining a stable water temperature in your koi pond becomes crucial for the health and well-being of your fish. A pond heater is an essential tool to prevent extreme tempera ...
Fish Disease Spotlight: Swim Bladder Disorder(Post)Swim bladder disorder is an ailment that is primarily seen in bettas or fantail goldfish but may appear in other species. The bladder of the fish won’t function properly, which makes it hard f ...
How To Prevent Japanese Beetles From Damaging Your Pond(Post)The Japanese beetle is a type of scarab which is native to the islands of Japan. There, its impact on the environment is minimal, since there are natural predators which control it, but in the United ...