Backyard Blog

The Benefits of Owning a Koi Pond

Adding a backyard pond can boost mental health, reduce stress, and enhance outdoor spaces. Explore the benefits of koi ponds and water gardens.

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How to Overwinter Fish Indoors

If you have a fish-filled pond, there are two options for winterization: overwintering your fish in the pond or moving them indoors. Ponds that are at risk of freezing solid,...

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Prepping Your Pond Before Vacation

Heading on your vacation? Don't forget your pond! Ensure your return to a thriving backyard oasis with happy and healthy fish. With a little preparation, you can enjoy your vacation...

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How to Select Fish for Your Pond: A Beginner's Guide

Adding fish to your pond is a fantastic way to create a vibrant and dynamic backyard oasis. However, before you rush out and buy a bunch of goldfish, there are some...

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Why are My Pond Fish Dying?

Every pond owner's worst nightmare is walking out to their pond and seeing dead fish. Your fish can be seemingly healthy one day and then dead the next, leaving you...

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Why is My Pond Cloudy?

Cloudy pond got you down? Dive into the why, preventatives, and solutions to transform your murky pond into a crystal-clear paradise. Cloudy water can be a sign of excess nutrients and poor water quality,...

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Why Is Chlorine Removal so Important in Fish Ponds?

Ponds and water features are typically filled with tap water, which often contains chlorine or chloramine. If you have koi fish, goldfish, minnows, or any other kind of fish or...

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Caring for Your Pond Fish During an Emergency

Do you have an emergency plan for your pond fish? When you're making plans with your family about what to do during natural disasters like hurricanes, blizzards, or fires, you...

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How Much Snow is Too Much Snow on a Pond?

When you're checking on your pond during the winter, it's important to make sure there's not too much snow stacking on top of the pond. How much snow is too...

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