Ever wondered what your pond fish are up to when the chilly winds start blowing? Unlike us, they don’t have cozy homes to retreat to, but nature has got them covered. Let’s dive into the cool (literally!) life of pond fish during winter. Now, we all love the sunny days when our fish are all
What is Pond Algae? The two most common types of algae found in ponds are suspended and string algae. Suspended algae, sometimes called “green water”, are single-celled organisms that reproduce at a rapid rate. Due to their tiny size, this algae type is capable of passing through most filtration systems. If the conditions are right,
Koi Feeding Tips What do you know about koi feeding? An outdoor water feature, like for instance a pond and waterfall combination, is a great place to take your love of pet fish from an indoor aquarium to the next level. Pet fish like koi make a fantastic addition to water gardens and are a
What is Stormwater Management? Stormwater management refers to the practices and systems put in place to control and mitigate the effects of rainfall runoff. When it rains, water accumulates on various surfaces like rooftops, roads, and driveways, creating stormwater runoff. If not managed properly, this runoff can lead to a multitude of problems, including
We recommend exploratory pond cleanings when cleaning ponds we have not ever worked with or those we have not cleaned in the past two years. Keeping your pond in excellent shape is crucial to maintaining a healthy pond ecosystem. By doing an exploratory pond cleaning, we help secure the health and endurance of your pond.
Make Pond Plants Look Natural To create a better blend between plants and their surroundings, consider adding aquatic plants around the perimeter of the pond. Plants soften the hard edge of rocks and give a smoother transition from water to land, which mimics the look of ponds and lakes in nature. The Best View
Before they became staple features of pond culture, koi fish were originally bred for food in Japan. That was until their beautiful features began to impress their breeders. Koi soon became highly regarded creatures and thus their journey into ponds around the world began. Koi are particularly notorious for their long lifespans. In ideal conditions,
When the temperature starts to plummet, pond owners ask themselves how they can keep their pond running properly during the winter months. Follow our winter tips to keep your pond running optimally throughout the season. Keep a hole in the pond ice Once the temperature starts to drop below freezing, you will notice the surface
While the fall season is most notable for painting the landscape with beautiful shades of red, yellow, and orange, this colorful season may also turn cause brown pond water–which is not quite as pretty. But not to worry, there is a logical explanation for this color change. Read on to find out why your pond
Are you not sure what exactly you need for Fall Pond Care? As pond owners, the fall season is our cue to begin putting our ponds to bed for winter. It is important that we take precautions to protect our landscapes from the harsh reality of winter. Water features in the landscape require special consideration
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