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Getting A Handle On Garden Pond Algae

No one looks forward to seeing a green pond out their back window. The reason most of us put in our pond is to enjoy the ecosystem that's created. We want to watch the fish swim, nurture the plants to grow and maybe even hear the bubbling of the water fal... Read >

Designing Garden Ponds

The design of ponds, or garden ponds as they are often called, can seem a little bit daunting at first. A myriad of questions can arise that may confuse or discourage a homeowner from even beginning the project. How big should the pond be? Should it be a ... Read >

Curing Muddy Garden Pond Water

There's nothing more unattractive than a pond full of plants and fish, when you can't see the plants or fish. There are many factors that contribute to murky water in a garden pond. What are some of these? It seems like a question that should have a fairl... Read >

The Simplicity of Pond Maintenance

Believe it or not, a well-constructed pond should take less maintenance than a lawn that is aerated, fertilized & mowed with any semblance of consistency. Why? Because the whole idea behind creating a great pond is the formation of an independent ecosyste... Read >