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How to Train Your Fish to Eat from Your Hand
Certain koi are naturally more social than others due to their personalities. You may have already noticed a few "greeters" always say hi while the shy guys hang out in...
Prepare Your Plants for Closing Your Pond
Get your pond plants ready for winter with these tips for when to store, prune, and relocate your plants indoors for the winter shutdown.
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 Is Fin Rot?
Fin rot is a common bacterial infection that affects many pond and aquarium fish. When caught early, it's one of the most preventable. Keep your pond fish healthy by learning...
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...
3 Things You Should Know About Ponds In Cooler Temperatures
Like people, ponds can flourish in any season but have special needs to succeed in different temperatures. During warm weather, the main concern is algae blooms, water quality, and oxygen...
Caring for your pond in extreme weather
Depending on where you live your pond may be subject to severe weather conditions, from droughts to hurricanes, during certain times of the year. Whether your water levels quickly drop...
How to Test Pond Water & How to Read Results
When was the last time you tested your pond's water? Even if the water is crystal clear, you can have too much ammonia or imbalanced pH levels. Catching these issues...