by Mike | Jun 11, 2017 | Algae, Garden Pond Care, Ponds
Algae When the sun begins to heat up our summer days, our ponds may get green. Algaecide may seem appealing and is useful in some situations, but know that while it may quickly kill off algae, it can quickly kill off your fish too. Be sure to read the instructions...
by Mike | Jun 9, 2017 | Garden Pond Care, Kids and Ponds, Ponds
Backyard Pond – Make it a place to enjoy! Add a sitting rock to your pond! Sitting rocks add interest to the landscape. A beautiful boulder can also be a great place to sit, especially when you have children (or grandchildren) who love the pond. Flowers,...
by Mike | Jun 6, 2017 | Garden Pond Care, Pond Leak, Ponds
What should you do if you think your pond or water feature is leaking?pond or waterfeature is leaking There are a variety of reasons a pond or waterfall might be leaking. It could be something simple like liner that has been pushed down or a plant that in just the...
by Mike | May 26, 2017 | Garden Pond Care, Ponds
How Does Rain Affect My Pond? In Colorado, we have more sunny days than rainy ones. After a thunderstorm you may notice your pond greening up. Here are three ways rain affects ponds: Does Rain Affect My Pond? 1. Runoff: Fertilizer and Pesticides If you’ve...
by Mike | May 10, 2017 | Algae, Garden Pond Care, Pond Cleanout, Ponds, Seasonal Care, Spring Pond Care
Does my pond need a cleanout? Balanced ponds may need to be cleaned out every couple of years. Ponds that struggle with balance may need annual cleanouts. Take a look at your pond. ◊ Is the water brown, black or unclear? ◊ Do you see muck or sludge on the bottom of...
by Mike | Apr 8, 2017 | Algae, Garden Pond Care, Ponds, Seasonal Care, Spring Pond Care
Barley straw helps keep algae at bay. When using this type of algae treatment, it is imperative that it is organic. Straw that may have been treated with pesticides could kill the plant life and even the fish in the pond. It usually comes in a small...
