Cattails provide a natural habitat for fish and help reduce nutrients and sediment that run off into your pond. They are also used in some ponds to add to its overall aesthetic appeal. While there are a few benefits…
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It is truly an enjoyable experience taking in the sights and sounds of a water garden. Crystal clear water, brilliantly colored fish, and lush green plants all meld together to create a picture perfect landscape…
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Q: What are winter fish kills and how can I prevent them? – Alison in Illinois Winter Fish Kills, They Don’t Float With Us! You’ve waited all Winter long for the ice to melt over your water garden so you can run your waterfalls and enjoy your finned friends. Instead, you find your fish floating [...]
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The ice is melting away from the surface of your pond and Spring is already on its way, should bacteria be a part of your ponds Winter/Spring transition? Depending on your location…
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With the sun shining brighter than ever and the snow finally disappearing, most of us pond guys and gals are itching to throw on our waders and dive into our ponds — figuratively of course.
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You’ve bought the products; you’ve read the blogs; now it’s time to get your feet wet.
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Q: I found what looks like a sore on my koi. What should I do? Could this of happened over winter? – Fred in Kentucky A: As we close in on spring and the ice melts off of our water gardens, our koi start to become lively again. This is a very crucial time for [...]
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Q: Does it matter what color pond dye I use for my pond? – Jen in West Virginia A: With a wide variety of dyes appearing in the pond industry, how do you choose the one that’s best for you? Black dye, blue dye, dyes with bluish green or blackish blue, concentrated dye, dyes with [...]
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