If you are creating a pond or water garden in your backyard, you will definitely need a pond liner. Chances are that the soils in your backyard are extremely porous. If you do not have a liner, the water you fill will eventually seep away into the soil. Not only do you need a liner, [...]
If you are looking towards creating an outdoor pond or a water garden, you are going to need to purchase a pond pump. Pumps serve as a vital organ to the pond, without it you can not expect your pond to be healthy. The main job of a pump is to circulate water throughout the [...]
January 22, 2011 – 12:01 am
The Laguna PowerFlo Skimmer Filter is a high performance surface skimming filter that provides the ultimate water management solution for large ponds up to 5,000 gallons. It is designed to make your water gardening experience simple and enjoyable. Tangible benefits include clear and healthy pond water, low maintenance, and a pleasant water garden environment. The [...]
Don’t skimp on pond tubing. This is one part of your pond that can cause alot of problems is you don’t buy quality materials. Lees, Laguna and Cal Pump all make quality tubing to use specifically for your pond. Strong and durable non-kink tubing will not collapse due to back-pressure or reasonable weight from gravel [...]
Now that spring is finally here, it is a great time to set up your pond to enjoy for the spring and summer. For those gardeners, who already have a pond, it is important to do some things before using your pond for the spring and summer to keep it running smoothly. Here are some [...]
January 6, 2010 – 12:07 pm
If you have fish in your pond during the winter, it is important to check on the condition of your pond periodically throughout the winter. When checking on your pond, make sure that the pond heater is working properly and is maintaining an air hole in the pond to help release the harmful gases that can [...]
November 10, 2009 – 11:14 am
Excitement is in the air as the holiday season begins! This time of year, when the weather starts to get cold and most leaves have fallen off the trees, makes us think of the warmth of the holidays. From Thanksgiving Day to New Year’s Day, there isn’t a person alive that doesn’t have fond holiday [...]
September 5, 2009 – 2:31 pm
Planning right from the start is very important with ponds. Before you fetch a shovel it’s important to have a clear plan. How big will the pond be? Are you going to keep fish in the pond? Are there any safety issues to consider? What pond equipment do you need to buy? We have an [...]
August 18, 2009 – 12:00 am
When choosing a location for your pond, it is important to determine first the design of the pond that you will like to have and where you would like to place it. Consider the following items before you begin working on your pond: The area in your yard where you would like to place the [...]
March 15, 2009 – 12:00 am
The calming sound of moving water. The natural beauty of flowering water lilies and lush aquatic plants. The graceful motion of Koi and goldfish. In a world that moves faster every day, it is no surprise that an increasing number of people are turning to water gardening to create a peaceful retreat in their backyard. [...]
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