If you have a smaller pond, you might be worried about the warm temperatures it reaches in the summer. High temperatures from the sun can be harmful to your plants and fish. Your pond supplies, such as pumps and filters, … Continue reading →

When the sun starts shining and the weather begins to heat up, summer pond maintenance begins. One of your major summer pond maintenance responsibilities is adding oxygen to your pond. But, is oxygenating your pond really that important? And if … Continue reading →

If you are a new pond-owner or struggling to keep your pond in proper working order this summer, we’re here to help. What you see as a major pond disaster might just really be a hiccup on your journey to … Continue reading →

You may have read articles that say a backyard water garden can sustain itself without a filter. Well, that’s not really true. A water garden can sustain itself, but only if you don’t really care what it looks like. If … Continue reading →

Your water garden is beautiful, but what happens when leaves and other debris builds up in your fish pond? Even if you skim your pond every single day, it may still develop a build-up of debris from storms and adverse … Continue reading →

How large should I make my koi pond? The size of your koi pond is entirely dependent on the size of your yard, the placement of the pond itself and what you want to do with it. However, keep in … Continue reading →

How many koi can I have in my pond? Every pond is a little bit different, but a good rule of thumb is to have only one koi for every 100 to 200 gallons of water in your pond. This … Continue reading →

What is the difference in a magnetic-drive pump and a direct-drive pump? Magnetic-drive pumps use a motor that creates a magnetic charge to spin an impeller that creates the necessary water flow. Direct-drive pumps use a motor that directly spins … Continue reading →

 How do I calculate the size of the pond liner size that I need for my pond? To calculate the pond liner length, measure the maximum length of the pond, add the maximum pond depth twice and then add a … Continue reading →