Backyard Blog
Favorite Floating Aquatic Plants for Your Pond
Floating pond plants like water lilies offer shade, algae control, and fish protection. Find the best ones for your pond!
How to Build a Pond Maintenance Kit
Keep your pond clean and clear year-round! Build a DIY pond maintenance kit with essential tools and smartpond® water treatments to prevent water quality issues.
Winter Pond Maintenance Checklist
January and February are peak winter, often when the weather is at its coldest. It’s not the most exciting time for water gardening; the main objective is to ensure no significant changes...
Watch Out for High Nutrient Loads in Fall
High nutrient loads can upset the pond's balance in any season, but fall leaves can quickly overload a pond when not scooped out. Keeping your pond clean and clear during...
Most Common Pond Water Quality Issues (and how to fix them)
When you have a beautiful pond in your backyard, you want it to be clear so you can sit by the water and enjoy the peace and calm. Clear water...
Is a Total Water Change Necessary?
When your pond has major water quality issues that don't seem to be resolved by troubleshooting or water treatments, a total water change can provide a fresh start. Total water...
Why We Love UV Tech
Tired of battling murky, green pond water? UV technology is your secret weapon for achieving crystal clarity.
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...
Why is My Pond Green?
Ponds can become green seemingly overnight and without any obvious cause. Discover why your pond is green, what it means, and how you can treat and prevent green pond water.