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One Year Later: How the Vaynerchuk Recreation Pond Has Come to Life(Post)
One year after Fitz’s Fish Ponds completed the transformation of Sasha Vaynerchuk’s massive backyard pond, the project has evolved into something even more impressive. What was once a mud ...
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 ...
FFP’s Fish Health Team Attends the 2025 AAFV Conference(Post)The Fitz’s Fish Ponds’ Fish Health Team experienced a change of pace from October 12-16, swimming over the GW Bridge to attend the 2025 American Association of Fish Veterinarians (AAFV) a ...
Why Koi Jump Out of Ponds and How to Stop 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 ...
Placing Turtles in Your Backyard Pond(Post)Turtles can share a backyard pond with fish, but they need a pond built for them: varied water depth, a dry basking area, a puncture-resistant liner and more filtration than a fish-only pond. This gu ...
How to Use Driftwood in Aquascaping: A Full Guide(Post)When designing a stunning planted aquarium, hardscape is the foundation of your aquascape. Hardscaping refers to the wood and stone elements that add structure, depth, and visual impact to your aquar ...
Koi Fish Colors and Patterns: What Each Color Means(Post)Koi fish are not only exquisite additions to ponds, but they also carry rich symbolism alongside their beauty. Their intricate patterns and colors hold meaning, especially with the Japanese, who rega ...
Backyard Stream Construction: How to Create a Flowing Oasis(Post)The sound of water is soothing, creating a sense of calm in any area. Creating a gentle stream in the backyard is a construction project that can bring a special touch to your outdoor retreat. A gent ...
How Long Do Koi Live? Average Lifespan and Record Ages(Post)It is difficult to believe, but koi fish have a long lifespan. Although the average is two or three decades, there are some that outlive humans! These stunning and well-liked fish are serene and brin ...
Grass Carp for Ponds: Weed Control, Stocking and Permits(Post)Grass carp are a vegetarian pond fish stocked to control submerged aquatic weeds such as hydrilla, elodea, pondweed and coontail. They graze plants down without stirring up mud, and they leave other ...
How to Tell the Gender of a Koi Fish Like a Pro(Post)Identifying the gender of koi fish might not be the top priority for pond owners. However, as koi mature and show different behaviors, understanding their gender becomes essential for their care and ...
The Best Japanese Koi Fish Breeders We Work With(Post)A koi can look amazing in a photo and still disappoint in real life. Not because you picked the “wrong pattern,” but because the fish didn’t have the right foundation. Body structur ...
What Do Koi Fish Represent? Symbolism, Meaning and Pond Appeal(Post)Koi are among the most recognizable and admired fish in the world, not just because of their bright colors and graceful movements, but also because of the meaning people attach to them. For many pond ...
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 ...