While many of us embrace the summer heat after a long, cold winter and get excited to spend time outdoors with our gardens and backyard ponds, the heat can actually pose some problems for our fish. The biggest threat to …
You have finally finished installing your backyard pond and it’s time sit back and enjoy the fruits of your labor. After carefully planning, digging and filling, your pond is something to behold. But even if you have surrounded it with …
What makes a pond? How big does it have to be? Does it have to be in the ground? These are common questions that stop many from pursuing a water garden in their backyard. The truth is that just about anything …
Learning how to build a koi pond isn’t difficult. Read below for our best advice on how to build a pond and more. Koi fish require a deeper pond than goldfish, so size is the most important factor to consider …
When you have fish in your backyard pond, winter pond preparation and care becomes a little more complex than ponds without fish. You have to worry about their well-being, which includes figuring out if you need to bring them inside …
It’s hard to believe, but fall is right around the corner. The kids are back in school, our morning commute is clogged with yellow buses again, and coffee shops are bringing back their pumpkin lattes. We’ve even already seen some …
We spend a lot of our time fixing up and repairing our outdoor spaces every season. Thanks to the harsh wear and tear during the winter months, along with the heavy rains and strong sun of spring and summer, our …
When you have a big task ahead of you, sometimes it’s hard to just get started. Creating your own backyard water garden is a pretty big undertaking, but it doesn’t have to be too difficult! Once you have decided the …
You’ve heard it before…location, location, location. This saying definitely applies to your backyard pond. Where you place your pond can mean all the difference in your success or failure as a pond owner. It can also mean all the difference …
Considering a backyard pond? Water gardens can be a thing of beauty. They provide countless hours of relaxation and enjoyment. However, they can be an investment in time and money. It’s important to weigh the pros and cons before you …