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Koi Pond Water Parameters: Target Ranges and Testing(Post)
A healthy koi pond doesn’t stay healthy on looks alone. Water can seem clear and still create stress for fish if the chemistry is drifting in the wrong direction. That’s why beginners need to pay atte
Pond Fish Spotlight: Largemouth Bass(Post)A lot of pond owners are interested in keeping largemouth bass, especially for recreation. However, this particular species of fish requires a well-established pond maintenance strategy. You’ve got t
How to Add Aquatic Plants to Your Pond(Post)Adding different aquatic plants to your pond is an amazing way to make your water garden looks even more beautiful. But first, you need to make a plan how you are going to put in the right aquatic pla
The Importance of Regular Koi Pond Cleaning(Post)Koi ponds need more upkeep than just topping them off with water and they are a full ecosystem. It is necessary to clean the pond regularly so that the water stays clear, the fish stay healthy, and al
Top 10 Pond Plants To Enhance Your Landscape(Post)Pond plants offer many benefits to ponds and aquatic life. These plants improve algae control, produce more oxygen, filtration, and better water clarity. When matured, they also enhance your landscap
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
Do You Need a Pond Aeration System?(Post)A quality aeration system is a necessity for ponds and water gardens. It will improve the overall environment by lowering algae and maintaining cleaner water for fish and other organisms that reside w
Koi Pond Size Guide: Gallons & Depth(Post)Looking at koi fish can be delightful, but they do need ample room to swim and exercise. Lots of new pond owners don’t think about the space a koi needs and end up with overcrowded ponds that have stu
Fitz's Fish Ponds Acquires ProfiDrum USA(Post)Expanding Distribution of Premier Filtration Solutions in the Pond and Water Feature Industry Fitz's Fish Ponds, a leader in the pond and water feature industry, is excited to announce the acquisition
Why You Should Use Pond Dyes(Post)Applying pond dyes can provide a number of benefits, aside from aesthetic appeal. Bodies of water will often be subject to algae blooms in spring and autumn, which is partly a result of climatic chang
How To Choose The Right Pond Contractor(Post)Ponds can be expensive to construct and maintain, and as such many property owners choose to hire the services of a professional. However, not all pond contractors are equal, and while some are outsta
Project Spotlight: A One-of-a-Kind Custom Koi Pond & Water Feature in Virginia(Post)Two streams. An infinity edge. Massive waterfalls. Crystal-clear water. And a koi pond designed to flow through the architecture of a dream home. Some projects challenge you to rethink what a backyard
Why Ponds Need Bottom Drains(Post)Traditionally, bottom drains have been used mostly in pools. But a growing number of people are recognizing the benefits of using them in ponds as well. Below is a description of these drains, how the
Balanced Fish Population in Your Pond(Post)Having a balanced fish population is important for ponds and water gardens. Every pond owner should have a good approximation as to the number of fish which are present at any given time, but doing so
Which Types of Pond Filter Media Are Best?(Post)Filter media is the substance that can be found in the filter, and is responsible for retaining good bacteria. It comes in various densities, sizes and shapes. Some resemble little plastic balls, whil