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The Power of Cold Weather Fish Food

As humans, we often eat different kinds of food – and different amounts of it – depending on the weather. For many of us, summer is a time to eat lighter foods like salads, grilled fish, chicken, and fruit. We …

How to Keep Your Pond Pump from Clogging this Fall

Your pond pump is an essential part of what keeps your favorite ecosystem functioning. During the fall, it has to work extra hard to try to combat all the leaves, sticks and other falling debris bombarding your pond on a …

Seasonal Pond Pump Maintenance

Taking care of your pump is not a one-time endeavor. It’s important to do seasonal pond pump maintenance to make sure that it your machine is properly prepared for the conditions that come with changing temperatures. Fall During fall you’ll …

Quick Fixes for Your Pond Pump

If your pond pump starts malfunctioning, this doesn’t necessarily mean you need to purchase a replacement. Some of the problems that occur have a quick fix, and you may be able to take care of them on your own. What …

Cleaning Your Pond Pumps: Why, How and When

The month of August is going to be all about pond pumps. We’re going to talk about how to clean them, how to care for them and how to make sure they work effectively in your pond for years to …

What Makes Backyard Ponds So Beautiful

A backyard can oftentimes be an overlooked part of your property. However, if you take the time to turn this area into the paradise you’ve always dreamed of, you’ll never have to go far for a vacation from your everyday. …

How to Use Pond Pumps to Create Stand-Out Water Features

Ready to take your backyard pond to the next level? The most important tool you’ll need is a pond pump. Pond pumps power all sorts of water features like: Streams Waterfalls Fountains Spitters But with dozens of pumps to choose …

How Koi Pond Kits Make Your Life Easier

Thinking about finally putting in that koi pond you’ve been talking about for the last ten years? A koi pond kit can be that one purchase that finally gets you moving on your dream. With written instructions and all the …

Are You Taking Full Advantage of Your Backyard Pond?

Summer is the perfect time to get the most out of your pond. Whether it’s a traditional water garden, a koi pond or a disappearing waterfall, warm weather practically begs you to sit outside and enjoy your creation. Some people …

What Pond Filter Media Can Do for You

As I discussed in my previous post, pond filters are an essential piece of any healthy and functioning backyard water garden. Your pond filter is responsible for filtering out the harmful waste, chemicals and toxins that would otherwise make it …