RSS

Knowledge Base

Algae on Waterfalls?

Here’s and an easy trick to remove string algae from your waterfall in your pond. Turn off your pond pump that powers your waterfall. Sprinkle CrystalClear D-Solv on the algae and let it sit for 20-30 minutes. Turn the pond …

Adding Lighting to Your Pond

Underwater and accent lighting adds so much to a water garden. It is truly amazing how beautiful a pond is at night. The koi seem to float through the air as they swim through the pond water. Pond lighting extend …

Maintaining Good Water Quality in Your Pond

 Limit your fish load. A good rule of thumb is 1 inch of fish for every 10 gallons of pond water. Keep in mind that fish grow and reproduce. Take in account the fish’s maximum size when stocking your …

The Water Garden Balancing Act

Too many fish can cause problems in your water garden. A general rule of thumb for most water gardens is 1 inch of fish for every ten gallons of pond water. A five hundred gallon water garden should contain a …

Pond Filters for Your Water Garden

Why do I need a pond filter? Pond filters perform two vital functions for your pond. First, the pond filter will clean the pond water make the pond clearer and healthier. But the main purpose of the pond filter is …

Top 3 Fall Pond Supplies to Keep Handy

Fall is a beautiful time of year; the leaves are changing, sunny crisp days turn into cool nights filled with bonfires and other fun activities. But part of that fall allure is the leaves dropping to the ground – and …

How to Attract Dragonflies to your Yard
Pond Dragonfly

There are pesky insects that we avoid and then there are the ones that we willingly invite into our yards. Many insects serve a purpose and can actually improve our yards and gardens. From pollination to keeping mosquitoes away, to …

Why Do I Need a Pond Pump? | Garden Water Garden

A sudden freeze hits your backyard pond, cracking your old submersible pond pump. This is not uncommon when you have an older unit that has been in your pond for several years. But, the after-effects can sometimes seem catastrophic for …

Water Garden Pump Types
pond waterfall

Depending on what type of backyard pond you are trying to create, there are a variety of different pond pumps available to meet your needs. Whether you want to build a beautiful waterfall, utilize a stand alone fountain or simply …

Building Water Features for Wildlife
waterfall

A backyard pond or fountain doesn’t just have to be for our benefit. Sure, we enjoy the sound of trickling water and the ambiance of a pond filled with blooming flowers and enticing lights, but our water features can be …