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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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How to Drain Your Pond for Winter

Whether or not you need to drain your pond depends on a few different factors. The depth of your pond will be the difference between your pond freezing all the...

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What Pond Equipment Should be Removed for Winter?

Water gardening tends to slow down in the late fall and winter. Once the water temperature drops to 40°F, it's time to bring your pond equipment inside.

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The Importance of Fall Pond Aeration

Fall is an important transitional season for pond owners. While you may not immediately consider aeration a vital part of your fall maintenance, it can help keep your pond clear...

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Why are my fish constantly at the surface?

Fish enjoy routine and will learn your feeding schedule and start to come to the surface when they see you. Waiting at the surface for food is different than gulping...

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Easy Summer Pond Care

Summer is one of the more challenging seasons for water clarity because of the warm weather and rain. The warm weather months are when you want to spend the most...

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5 Maintenance Mistakes to Avoid

If you want to enjoy a beautifully clear pond with healthy pond life, maintenance is key. Preventing water quality issues is easier than treating them once they start affecting water...

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