Backyard Blog
How to Troubleshoot Pump Problems
If your pump isn't working as well as usual (or not working at all), you may notice your fountain or waterfall looks a little weak, and your pond may slowly...
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...
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...
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...
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.
What to do with Invasive Plants and Animals
Invasive species are plants and animals that are introduced in an environment where they have no natural predators. They can quickly reproduce and outcompete native species, disrupting the ecosystem and...
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...
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...
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...