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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...
How to Add Shade to Your Pond
The long sunny days of summer can quickly cause your pond to heat up and create perfect conditions for an algae bloom. Learn how to add shade to your pond...
How to Pick the Right Pond Pump
The pump is the life force of the pond. Still or stagnant water quickly attracts algae and mosquito larvae. Water in a pond must be circulating and pumped through a...
How to Select a Pond Liner
Pond liners are the important first step for backyard ponds that do not have a constant water source; without a pond liner, the water seeps out. Some liner materials are more...
Checking in on Your Pond Fish During the Winter
Once your pond is shut-down for the wintertime, know what to look for in your pond fish as they overwinter. It's important to keep a close eye on your pond...
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...