Want a clean, healthy water garden with virtually no maintenance? Here’s some advice: Oversize your pond filter. Larger pond filters work better and require less frequent cleaning. Use a solids handling pond pump that won’t clog. If this is not …
Some handy tips: Divide & re-pot your plants annually. A growing plant blooms better and more frequently and remove nutrients from the pond water that would otherwise fuel algae growth. Root-bound plants grow very slowly and have fewer blooms. Fertilize …
Want that big waterfall for your water garden but don’t want to pay and extra $60.00 a month to operate the pond pump? When choosing a pond pump, it is easy to get torn between performance and energy costs. I’m …
When choosing a pond pump for your water garden, it is important to choose the correct type of pump for your application. Magnetic-drive pumps are the best choice for most small to medium sized water gardens. Mag-drive pumps use little …
Always look at the energy costs when choosing your pond pump. An energy effcient pump will literally save you thousands of dollars over five years. Here’s a handy calculation for determine the energy cost for your pond pump: (watts x …
Here’s and an easy trick to remove string algae from your waterfall in your pond. Turn off your pond pump that powers your waterfall. Sprinkle CrystalClear D-Solv on the algae and let it sit for 20-30 minutes. Turn the pond …
Underwater and accent lighting adds so much to a water garden. It is truly amazing how beautiful a pond is at night. The koi seem to float through the air as they swim through the pond water. Pond lighting extend …
Limit your fish load. A good rule of thumb is 1 inch of fish for every 10 gallons of pond water. Keep in mind that fish grow and reproduce. Take in account the fish’s maximum size when stocking your …
Too many fish can cause problems in your water garden. A general rule of thumb for most water gardens is 1 inch of fish for every ten gallons of pond water. A five hundred gallon water garden should contain a …
Why do I need a pond filter? Pond filters perform two vital functions for your pond. First, the pond filter will clean the pond water make the pond clearer and healthier. But the main purpose of the pond filter is …