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
5 Pond Upgrades to Improve Your Outdoor Living Space! Your pond is no doubt great already… but what if it could be better? Below we’ve listed five great pond upgrades to make your outdoor living space that little bit better. Water Lilies Who doesn’t love flowers blooming on water? If you want an additional natural
Finding a Pond Leak Although a little water loss in a Water Feature is normal from evaporation, significant water loss indicates you likely have a leak. It's important to know what to look for if you suspect your pond may be leaking, so here is the procedure we recommend. If the level of your
Record high temperatures across the nation can create a number of challenges for people, pets, plants, and yes, even your pond. You’ll want to keep a close eye on your water garden, especially when the water temperature reaches 80 degrees or higher. When it stays hot outside for a while, you are at risk
The Importance of Pond Plants Aquatic plants fulfill a variety of ecological roles. They are vital to maintaining a healthy and balanced pond ecosystem. There are four categories of aquatic plants. Submerged plants dig their roots into the pond’s bottom and thrive underwater. Emergent plants are visible primarily above water but are also rooted in
Looking for an eye-catching plant to add to your pond? A popular choice among pond and water garden lovers is the flowering waterlily. These beautiful plans are fun, easy to grow, and come in a wide variety of colors! Ready to make the addition? Here is everything you need to know about growing waterlilies on
What are pond predators, including heron? They are animals that stalk the fish in your pond. Around the Philadelphia area, heron tend to be the biggest problem. How can you tell predators are stalking? If you notice fish missing, that’s the most obvious sign. People also sometimes find half-eaten fish in their pond. You may
Want a Low Maintenance Koi Pond? What makes an Philadelphia low maintenance pond? There are 5 things that make an ecosystem pond run: #1: Low Maintenance Pond Filtration A biological filter, which provides an area for beneficial bacteria to colonize while removing excess nutrients from the water, is one of two types of necessary filtration
Looking for a way to soften the rocky edges of your pond? Want to add some color and attract beautiful wildlife? Try adding Water Garden Plants! While many people have their own favorite collection of pond plants, there may still be some varieties that you haven’t tried yet. We invite you to consider the following
Winter pond care As the days grow colder and temperatures fall, in order to keep your fish alive and comfortable, take the following issues into consideration. Non-sensitive fish are capable of surviving successfully outdoors, but only in ponds with a depth of at least 18 to 24 inches. Please find a new space
