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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 ...
Why Do Koi Fish Jump Out of the Pond & How to Prevent It?(Post)Concerns arise when koi unexpectedly jump out of the pond. Although uncommon, koi jumping can be a sign of a problem in the pond. Owning a pond raises specific questions. One of the most common conce ...
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 ...
What To Do When Your Pond Water Turns Brown(Post)Sooner or later almost every pond owner will encounter brown or green water in their pond, and for those experiencing it for the first time, it can be quite distressing. It is particularly prevalent ...
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 ...
Pond Fish Spotlight: Fantail(Post)Fantails are a type of goldfish which are well suited to beginners. They don’t require much maintenance, but should be given a sizeable space which is connected to a good filtration unit. Below ...
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 ...
How Ponds Can Be Used To Manage Stormwater(Post)When most people think of manmade ponds they visualize artificial structures which are designed purely for architectural appeal and visual enjoyment. However, these ponds can perform functional purpo ...
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 ...
How To Use Rocks For Your Pond Construction(Post)Rocks are similar to plants in that they have multiple functions, which are to enhance the beauty of a pond while increasing its functionality. They come in different types and shapes and as su ...
How To Prepare Your Pond For Spring(Post)Those that own ponds in northern climates must make special preparations for winter, but what about spring? What you do with your pond after winter occurs is just as important as what you do before.
Placing Turtles in Your Backyard Pond(Post)Turtles can make an excellent addition to your pond, although they do need considerable care and are not suitable for children. The best type is aquatic, as they will rapidly acclimate themselves to ...
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 ...