Microbial Algae (green cloudy water)  -What to Know

Microbial Algae (green cloudy water) -What to Know

What is it? (Green cloudy water!) Do you have it? What can you do about it? Microbial algae look like cloudy, pea soup. It can’t be picked up or grabbed.  It may also be referred to as suspended algae. You may have other algae, but if your water doesn’t...
The Pond Autofill

The Pond Autofill

The pond autofill is most commonly attached to a zone in the sprinkler system. The autofill tops off the pond when the water gets low. This saves you from having to drag the hose over to the pond each week.  This is the autofill before it goes into your system....
Aquatic Pond Lights – What you need to know!

Aquatic Pond Lights – What you need to know!

Aquascape Aquatic pond lights We use Aquascape LED lighting. Here’s why: They can be installed fully submerged in water or out of the pond in the landscape.   They are extremely energy efficient, minimizing energy costs and providing a 90% savings over...
Biofall – what is it?  Does your pond have one?

Biofall – what is it? Does your pond have one?

A biofall is a sort of tub. It is the beginning of the waterfall.   The water comes from the pump in the skimmer (if the pond has a skimmer) and goes through a pipe up to the biofall.     Notice that the pipe enters at the bottom of the biofall so that the water goes...
Koi food – What to know

Koi food – What to know

The Basics when it comes to koi food: Feed fish only what they can eat in a few minutes. Don’t throw in food and walk away! They need to be watched so you know if they have eaten all the food. They can be fed at different frequencies depending on your pond...