Pond

Algae is the #1 water quality complaint among pond owners, and for good reason.

Draining a pond is a big job, but it's one you can handle with the right plan.

Digging a pond is one of the most rewarding projects you can tackle on your…

Cleaning your pond filter seems simple: pull out the media, hose it off, put…

If you're staring at a pond choked with weeds and wondering whether an aerator…

Mud is the number one killer of pond fountain pumps.

Cattails (Typha latifolia and Typha angustifolia) are among the most…

A green, murky pond or stringy mats choking the surface is one of the most…

Cleaning a pond is about maintaining biological balance, not just making it…

Yes, you can get rid of leeches, and most infestations are controllable within…

A visible black rubber or PVC liner edge is the fastest way to ruin an…

Your pond pump is the heart of your water garden.

Yes, but only for the right pond.

The short answer: no, not for most pond owners.

Brown water is the most common complaint we hear from pond owners.

Yes, you can over aerate a pond. But not for the reason most people assume.

Choosing a fountain for your pond is an engineering decision, not just a looks…

Sodium bentonite is the industry-standard sealant for leaking ponds.

A pond that won't hold water is one of the most frustrating problems a…

If you woke up to find your pond water suddenly murky, smelling like rotten…

If your pond water tests clean for ammonia and nitrite but you still fight…

Your pond liner is the single most important component of your water garden.

A frozen, cracked fountain pump costs $100 to $500+ to replace.

Ducks need water. It is not a luxury.

A fountain is a multi-sensory investment.

You spot them one morning: a cluster of tiny red worms wriggling near the edge…

A pond aerator is the single best investment you can make for water quality.

Depth is the most overlooked variable in pond design.

A pond is a living system, not just a hole in the ground filled with water.

You walk outside on a warm June morning, and overnight your clear pond has…

The most common mistake pond owners make is sizing aeration by surface acreage…

Lily pads choking your pond are frustrating.

Ask ten pond owners why their bass pond failed and most will point to water…

Yes, for most ponds under 6 feet deep, a fountain is a solid investment.

Aeration is the single most important investment you can make for your pond's…

Whether you're managing your first backyard pond or evaluating a property…

A pond fountain’s spray pattern may attract the most attention, yet the…

Pond depth sets the starting point for choosing an aeration system because…

Whether you’re managing a backyard pond or setting an operating schedule for a…

Pond dye serves both aesthetic and functional purposes in the management of…

Identifying aquatic plants is a crucial skill for maintaining a healthy pond…

If your pond sits on a property where you've always imagined swimming, you're…

Maintaining a healthy aquatic environment is crucial for the survival and…

Herons are elegant birds, but for pond owners, they can be a real nuisance.

Garden ponds serve as tranquil oases in outdoor spaces, adding aesthetic…

Maintaining the right pH balance in pond water is essential for the health of…

If your pond sits too far from a power line to plug anything in, you still…

Building a backyard pond is more rewarding when you have the right backyard…

Adding a fountain to a pond requires an electrical plan that reflects the…

Where you place a pond aerator determines which part of the pond receives…