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  • Fish Ponds
    • 5 Good Reasons to Build a Fish Pond
      • Planning Before You Start
      • Quantifying the Cost of Your Pond
      • Building a Reliable Pond for Your Fish
      • Pond Water
      • Fish & Plants
    • How To Prevent Solid Waste Building Up In Your Koi Pond
      • Materials For a Water Feature
  • Koi Ponds
    • Koi Pond Plants: Expert Tips for Cover and Shade
      • Koi Pond Plants: Japanese Style for a Beautiful Rock Garden
      • How To Successfully Breed Koi & Goldfish
      • Koi Pond Temperature Management in Autumn: 4 Expert Tips
    • Healthy Ponds: How To Prevent Fish Disease In Koi & Goldfish
    • The Ultimate Guide to Koi Fish Care: Your Complete Handbook
      • Koi Health Hacks: Proven Fixes for a Thriving Pond
    • Enjoy The Thrill Of Buying Beautiful Koi
  • Backyard Ponds & Pools
    • Wildlife Magic: Attract Birds, Bees & More to Your Garden
      • A Guide How to Build Your Dream Pond
      • The Best Pond Building Methods 10 Ideas
    • Formal Ponds and Pools
      • Formal Face Brick Pond In Only 11 Steps
      • 20 Steps To A Pond With Planters
      • Water Feature Pond
      • How To Finish Off Your Pond – 7 Answers
    • Informal Ponds & Pools 4 Tips
    • Natural Water Gardens – 5 Pictures
      • Moving Flowing Water Garden Feature 4 Pictures
      • Wandering Garden Stream In 8 Steps
      • Splashing Waterfall in 7 stages
    • Water Fountains for Your Garden Pond – 7 Ideas
      • A BirdBath Fountain Done In 10 Steps
      • Design a Beautiful Fountain Using 4 Precast Pieces
      • Get A Wall Mounted Fountain – 11 Easy Steps
      • Build a Beautiful 3-Bowl Water Fountain in 16 Easy Steps
      • Make This Simple Pebble Water Fountain In Only 10 Steps
      • 12 Steps to Craft a Beautiful Japanese Bamboo Fountain
    • 7 Creative Ways to Cross Water in Your Garden
      • Build Yourself A Simple Wooden Bridge In 11 Easy Steps
      • 14 Easy Steps to Build a Beautiful Stepping Stone Path
    • Create 5 Beautiful Small Water Features with Ease
      • Step-by-Step Guide: Craft A Beautiful Flowing Water Feature
      • Create a Stunning Natural Pond in 5 Easy Steps
      • Build a Beautiful Cascade Fountain for Your Patio
  • Pond Construction
    • Natural Pond Magic: Unleash the Power of Bentonite Clay
      • 12 Steps To Make a Bentonite Clay Pond
      • A Bog Garden in 6 Easy Steps
      • Affordable Pond Construction: A Beginner’s Guide to DIY
      • 30 Step-By-Step Ponds For You
      • Pond Placement Perfection: Tips for Choosing the Best Spot
    • Goldfish Pond Beginners: Expert Tips for a Thriving Pond
      • Build An Informal DIY Koi Pond In 18 Steps
      • Small Goldfish Ponds Made Easy: A Beginner’s Guide
      • Pond Pros Uncovered: Expert Answers to Your Burning Questions
    • Pond Lighting
    • Install A Preformed Pond in 11 Steps
      • Multiple Cascade Pond Built In 12 Steps
  • Duck Ponds
    • 20 Steps On How to Build a Small Duck Pond
    • Pool & Pond Building Basics
  • Winterizing
    • When Your Fish Pond Freezes: 7 Expert Tips for Recovery
    • Frozen Fish Ponds – 7 Reasons Why
      • Winter Care of Koi, Goldfish & Other Fish
      • Winterize Your Koi Pond: 8 Proven Hints for a Healthy Pond
    • The Truth About Fish Pond Heating: 6 Surprising Insights
      • Heating Your Koi Pond: 12 Proven Strategies For Success
  • Plants
    • The Ultimate Guide to Pond Plants: Marginal & More
      • List Of Best 50 Aquatic Garden Plants, Marginal (Bog) Plants
      • Why Water Pond Plants Are Important In Any Pond-4
    • Koi-Friendly Gardening: How to Keep Your Pond Safe from Toxic Plants
      • Pond Visuals Unlocked: The Magic of Floating Plants
      • The Complete Pond Guide: 6 Ingredients for Success
    • 11 Beautiful Water Lily Varieties To Elevate Your Pond
  • Maintenance
    • Illuminate Your Oasis: Discover the Magic of Pond Lights
    • How To Use Fish Pond Test Kits & Water Chemistry
      • Common Pond Problems and How to Solve Them
      • Algae Control
    • Fix Your Pond: Top 10 Common Problems And Expert Tips
    • Glossary Of Terms
  • Pumps and Filters
    • How To Specify Your Pond Pump Flow Rate and Maximum Flow
      • Achieve Optimal Flow: How to Size Your Pond Pump Effectively
      • Pond Fountain Maintenance: Simple Tips for a Beautiful Fountain
    • Dangers of Stopping Your Pond Pump: What You Need to Know
      • Unlock a Healthy Pond: Top 5 Plants for Biofilter Success
    • Circulating Pump Secrets: Choose the Right One for Your Pond
      • How To Select the Best Pond Pump For Pump Head or Pressure
    • Build a Better Pond: Perfect Pipe Selection Guide
      • Pond Pump Pipe Optimization: Right Size For Best Performance
  • FAQ
    • Unique Questions & Answers, Biofilter and more
  • Blog
    • Pond Perfection In A Pinch: Expert Advice For Small Spaces
    • Pond Aeration 101 For Water Quality and Fish Health
    • Ecosystem Essentials: Pond Maintenance Made Easy
    • Pond or Water Garden: Which One Will You Fall in Love With?
    • Top 5 Beginner-Friendly Pond Fish: Hardy, Easy to Care For
    • Transform Your Pond: The Ultimate Plant Guide
    • Stunning Koi Ponds: Easy Step-by-Step Guide
    • Guest Posts Welcome
  • Our Books
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