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...
by Mike | Apr 6, 2017 | Fish Care, Garden Pond Care, Pond predators, Ponds
Raccoons can become a pest if they realize you have fish! These pond predators are brave and clever, and deterring them can be difficult. Try these things to get rid of a raccoon at your pond: ♦ Put in a fish cave for your fish to hide in ♦ Provide plants like...
by Mike | Mar 20, 2017 | Garden Pond Care, Ponds
How are gallons of water in a pond calculated? To find the gallons of water in a pond, we use the calculation of length x width x 80% x average depth x 7.48. Why 80%? Ponds are usually not square, but about 80% of a square. You may have a round pond that is shaped...
by Mike | Mar 20, 2017 | Fish Care, Ponds
Storing Fish Food – It matters! Proper storage of fish food is essential to keeping it from going bad or getting mice, cats, mold or weevils in it. As long as you have a fairly small container, a shelf in the garage might be fine in the spring or fall. The...
by Mike | Mar 20, 2017 | Pond Cleanout
Pond Cleanout If your pond has excessive decaying matter or sludge, it’s probably time for a cleanout. Balanced ponds may need to be cleaned out every couple of years. Ponds that struggle with balance may need them annually. Pond Cleanout What is a full pond...
by Mike | Mar 20, 2017 | Kids and Ponds, Ponds
Grandkids want to stay inside and play video games? Family members turning into couch potatoes when they come over for a get-together? The addition of a pond to your outdoor living space is so much more than just digging a hole in the ground! A pond incorporates...
