Backyard Blog

Spruce Up Your Water Feature: Three Ways to Revive Your Pond

Does your once-vibrant pond no longer spark the same joy? It might be time time for a revitalization project to reignite the spark. While embarking on an upgrade can seem daunting, a...

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Does My Pond Have a Leak or Is It Just Evaporation?

If it's been little dry or particularly hot where you live, you may notice a more drastic dip in the water levels in your pond. Before embarking on leak detection,...

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Dreamy Pondside Parties

Your pond can be both a decoration and a source of entertainment during a summer party. The warm weather lets you get outdoors, soak up the vitamin D, and enjoy...

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Creating a Relaxing Oasis with a Backyard Fountain

Escape the daily grind and step into a staycation right in your own backyard paradise, complete with a custom fountain. All you need is a smartpond pump, a little creativity, and maybe a...

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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...

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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.

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The Best Tropical Plants for Around Your Pond

The right landscaping plants not only enhance the visual appeal of your water feature, but also play a vital role in maintaining a healthy ecosystem for your pond's residents. You...

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How to Add Aquatic Plants to Your Pond

Aquatic plants help absorb nutrients in the water that feed algae blooms and cause other water quality issues. How do you add aquatic plants to your pond?

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5 Things No One Tells You About Building a Pond

Thinking of adding a pond to your backyard? Ponds enhance your outdoor space, helping you to connect with nature. The sounds of running water are calming and can even attract...

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