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Pond-Building Tips that Will Make You Look Like a Pro
You don’t have to hire a professional to build the pond of your dreams. Building a pond can be an affordable and fun do-it-yourself project. It requires planning and strategy...
Make My Pond Bigger: The Guide to Pond Expansion
Do you ever look at your pond and think, "I wish it were bigger"? It's not uncommon for pond owners to seek the opportunity to add on to their backyard...
Build a Pond with the smartpond® Floating Fountain
Dreaming of a tranquil escape in your own backyard? With the smartpond® Color Changing Floating Fountain, you can transform your dream into reality in just a weekend.
Dreaming of Spring
The seemingly endless months of snow and cold weather have us dreaming of spring (unless you live in Florida and put on a jacket only a handful of times this season)....
Enhance the Beautiful Sounds of Your Pond: A Guide to Water Features and Nozzles
Discover the joy of a relaxing pond with captivating sounds that harmonize with nature.
Watch Out for High Nutrient Loads in Fall
High nutrient loads can upset the pond's balance in any season, but fall leaves can quickly overload a pond when not scooped out. Keeping your pond clean and clear during...
What to Do With Wet Leaves from Your Pond
Fall leaves become a nuisance when they fall from trees and end up in your pond. Dry leaves are easy to manage, but what can you do with wet leaves...
The Best Landscaping Stones for Your Water Feature
Landscaping is a fun and sometimes intimidating part of designing a pond. Adding the right pond rocks and stones can make a water feature look natural and organic. Choose the best...
Budget Friendly Water Gardening Ideas
Budget-friendly water gardening means fun DIY projects! Water gardening comes in all shapes and sizes. The idea of a pond is sometimes a large, in-ground oasis filled with plants, fish, and...