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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.

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.

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...

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...

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)....

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...

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.