by Mike | Aug 18, 2020 | Ponds
Towards the end of summer, here in Colorado, there are sometimes wildfires. These often cause ash to fall into the air and into our ponds prompting us to ask, “Will ash hurt my pond?” Falling ash problems are nothing compared to having to evacuate because...
by Mike | Jul 30, 2020 | Ponds
Water Hyacinth Blooms Water hyacinths put out soft purple blooms that can be from 4 inches to 12 inches tall! I have observed that the hyacinth in my pond does not bloom but the ones in my waterfalls do. My theory is that because they are very sensitive to water...
by Mike | Jul 29, 2020 | Ponds
Does it ever seem like it is algae season? Koi pond algae can be unsightly, but it’s not all bad. It turns out that there ARE algae seasons! Just as there are seasons for certain types of vegetables and flowers, there are seasons for particular types of algae as...
by Mike | Jul 29, 2020 | Ponds
The leaves of the water lily last for 3 to 4 weeks. Then it turns yellow and brown and then gets mushy and sinks. This is a normal part of the life cycle of lily pad leaves. The plant will produce more leaves as older ones die off. If your lily pad...
by Mike | Jul 14, 2020 | Garden Pond Care, Ponds
How will you care for your pond while traveling? It is very important to set up everything before you go. Here are some tips for a worry-free trip: 1. Circulation – Make sure to let the pump run while you are gone to assist with oxygenation and circulation. ...
by Mike | May 13, 2020 | Ponds
Don’t let the name of this plant fool you! Pickerel Rush (or weed) has showy purple (or pink or white) flower spikes and is a great plant for the pond. It blooms from June to October and is hardy in zones 3 to 10. Grown in full sun to part shade it offers sweet...
