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The Best Tropical Plants for Around Your Pond
The right landscaping plants not only enhance the visual appeal of your water feature, but also play a vital role in maintaining a healthy ecosystem for your pond's residents. You...
How to Add Aquatic Plants to Your Pond
Aquatic plants help absorb nutrients in the water that feed algae blooms and cause other water quality issues. How do you add aquatic plants to your pond?
Pond Plants That Help Filter Pond Water
The right pond plants can improve water quality by removing contaminants, absorbing nutrients, and oxygenating water. Learn which types are best for filtering pond water.
The Best Plants for Fish and Koi Ponds
If you have a fish pond, aquatic plants are the key to balancing the ecosystem while adding a nice aesthetic. The right plants will help keep the water clean by...
Maintaining an All Natural Pond
You can maintain your pond naturally without using potentially harmful chemicals. Learn how to maintain your pond, naturally.
Prepare Your Plants for Closing Your Pond
Get your pond plants ready for winter with these tips for when to store, prune, and relocate your plants indoors for the winter shutdown.
How to Prevent Algae Blooms
Algae prevention is a big focus for pond maintenance during the summertime. Learn how to prevent algae blooms in your pond during the summer with these maintenance tips.
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...
The Best Plants for Fish Ponds
If you have a fish pond, aquatic plants are important to balance the ecosystem and add a nice aesthetic touch. The right plants will help keep the water clean by...