Backyard Blog
2024 Decor Trends & How to Style Your Pond
Create the ultimate backyard oasis and style your pond with these 2024 decor trends. Your backyard BBQs (or staycations) will never be the same.
Maintaining an All Natural Pond
You can maintain your pond naturally without using potentially harmful chemicals. Learn how to maintain your pond, naturally.
Common Pond Building Questions
Before you grab a shovel and start digging, take a look at these three common questions that many pond newbies ask.
Three Important Components of a Healthy Pond
The last thing you want is a smelly, murky pond ruining your relaxing backyard vibes. Set yourself up for success by making sure your pond has these three important components...
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...
Winter Pond Maintenance Checklist
January and February are peak winter, often when the weather is at its coldest. It’s not the most exciting month for water gardening; the main objective is to ensure no...
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)....