30 Step-by-Step Ponds Water Features You will find in this section of our website 30 easy to follow Step-by-Step Ponds and how-to’s to build all these Ponds, Pools, Water Features and Rockeries. Listed below are the links to the various sections, just click on each link that you want to go to those pages. BEFORE…
Do You Need to Heat Your Pond Water? No! Want to Heat Your Koi Pond? Fish Pond Heating in USA, UK & Water Temperature Control. Pond Heating is a luxury few pond keepers can afford. Nor is it necessary for the vast majority of pond keepers (koi or otherwise). Here are a few fish pond…
Pond Water Temperature Changes: Fish Pond Water Temperature in Autumn You might have searched for: • Pond Temperature Drop • Sudden Pond Water Temperature Drop in The Autumn – What to Do? Autumn in the USA and the UK is traditionally one of the most unpredictable times of year with regards to the weather. Indian…
Build Yourself A Simple Wooden Bridge The Easy Way A simple wooden bridge can be both practical and attractive, adding to the appeal of most water gardens. This design incorporates straightforward handrails and a slightly arched walkway. A properly treated softwood bridge, like this one, will give you many years of pleasure, although a hardwood…
The Best Pond Building and Construction Tips The construction materials chosen for your water feature will determine the best pond building and construction methods used. If you do not have the necessary skills, you may want to hire an artisan to assist you, or even employ a contractor to do the work. Always ask for…
Pond Skimmers Help To Keep Pond Water Clean Like pumps and filters, pond skimmers help to keep pond water clean and clear. Traditionally used to help remove floating debris from the surface of swimming pool water, in recent years, skimmers have become increasingly popular mechanisms for maintaining backyard ponds. Skimmers, and biological filters for that…
The Best Water For Koi Fish Ponds The question is, what is the best water for koi fish? Koi ponds have become incredibly popular all over the world in the past 20 years. A kind of fancy carp (correctly called Nishikigoi) that originated in Japan more than 1,600 years ago, they have been bred selectively…
Water photo created by ilovehz Pond Filter Media – Clean Or Replace? Pond Filter Media suitable for ponds comes in all shapes and sizes and there are several types including biological filters, mechanical filters, and chemical filters. While they look quite different and operate in different ways, all filters have the function of either sieving…
What Is The Value of Pond Filter Media? There are various different pond filters that help to keep the water in fish ponds clear and healthy. While they work differently, either mechanically or biologically, what they all have in common is their ability to get rid of debris and muck that pollutes the water. And…
Pond pumps and filters, Essential? Whether you are building a koi pond, a pond for goldfish, or even just a decorative pond with plants incorporated in the design, pond pumps and filters are essential elements that must be carefully considered – even if you decide not to use them. Pumps are essential to recirculate water…
Photo by Filipe Lourenço Marques on Unsplash Don’t Wait Get Your Solar Pond Pumps Today As more and more people become aware of the value of solar power, and it becomes more accessible and less expensive, an increasing number of people are looking to replace electrically powered appliances and machines with those that rely on…
Your Backyard Fish Pond – Make the Best A backyard fish pond offers many ways to transform the dullest and most ordinary of areas, wherever you live in the world. Water offers tremendous possibilities for landscaping and garden design. Not only do ponds suit every type of garden, but they may be used to add…
Do Not Skimp On Koi Pond Maintenance Koi pond maintenance may sound like a drag, but if you want to get the most out of your koi pond, then pond maintenance needs to be a priority. But don’t worry, there are ways that you can minimize your work. Good quality koi are expensive, and so…
Picture by: https://www.morguefile.com/creative/dieraecherin How Do You Choose The Best Fish Pond Filter The perfect and best fish pond filter is a device that will keep any type of pond water clean, clear and healthy. There are a few different types and you will need to make sure that whatever you choose is able to cope…
Winter Care of Koi, Goldfish & Pond Fish in Ice Cold Conditions Feeding Koi in Winter Winter care of koi can vary a little but many pond keepers promote the use of wheatgerm fish foods in low temperature conditions but the suggestion remains true… do not feed anything at all if your gold fish or…
Pond Water Pumps: Which One to Choose? There are many different pond water pumps that are suitable for garden ponds. Some are big and some are small; some sit in the water while others are housed above the ground. Some are powered by electricity and others work with solar power. Some are linked to mechanical…
Assess What Your Pond Supply Needs Are Assess your pond supply needs before you go shopping for fish pond supplies you need in exactly the same way as you do when you shop for groceries, for clothes or even for gifts. Ideally you’ll be able to find one supplier who can provide you with everything…