Ponds & Koi
Dreaming of your own oasis? A pond will make your living space a dream come true. When building your own pond from scratch, there are a lot of variables you’ll need to consider. Our guides and information represent a mix of our own research and experience. Find information here about tools, liners, fish varieties, vacuums, pumps and more.
Best Koi Pond Kits: Safe Setup, Build Tips & Reviews
Most people are familiar with the beautiful and brightly-colored Japanese koi. A type of common carp, koi have been bred[...]
Pond Water Test Kits: 5 Easy to Use Products
Everyone loves a water garden full of beautiful plants and goldfish. Koi enthusiasts enjoy the bright colors and personalities of[...]
Using Oxygenating Plants in Your Pond
Oxygenating pond plants are plants that you grow in a pond with the aim to increase oxygenation. When used correctly,[...]
Goldfish Foods: the Ultimate Nutrition Guide
Goldfish (Carassius auratus) are one of the most popular fish for the aquarium and pond. Their beautiful colors, fins and[...]
Koi Foods: the Ultimate Nutrition Guide
Koi are colored varieties of Amur carp (Cyprinus rubrofuscus). The correct Japanese term is nishikigoi, which means “brocaded carp”. The[...]
Best Fountains for Small & Large Ponds (with Reviews)
Fountains seem to have an attractive power that makes us want to pause and enjoy the sights and sounds of[...]
Lighting your Pond: Crucial Mistakes to Avoid & 4 Top Rated Outdoor Lights
If you have a backyard pond, you know what peaceful pleasure it brings to your outdoor living. Ponds are beautiful[...]
Pond De-icers and Heaters: survive tough winters keeping healthy fish
In the winter when cold weather chills the pond water, koi and goldfish must adapt to survive in this less[...]
Pond Surface Skimmers: Reduce Debris with our 4 Top Picks
(source)What is a pond skimmer?If you’ve ever been to a swimming pool you’ve probably seen a surface skimmer. Water is[...]
Pond Aeration System: 6 Amazing & Energy Efficient Pumps
Dissolved oxygen is essential for air-breathing koi, goldfish, snails and tadpoles. But did you know that our water gardens and[...]
Pond Vacuum: 6 Strongest Vacs for Small & Large Water Features
Pond vacuums are a helpful tool for keeping our ponds and fountains clean. All kinds of natural and man-made debris[...]
Full Guide to Best Automatic Fish Feeders; Ponds & Aquariums
Koi and goldfish learn to depend on their caretakers for food. Even though your pond fish scavenge on natural foods[...]
Choosing the Perfect Liner for your Pond & Water Garden
The reason we build and install a koi pond or water garden is to place a piece of nature where[...]
7 Ideal Filter Systems for Koi Ponds & Small Water Gardens
New pond-keepers often wonder why they need a filter for their water garden. Natural ponds don’t have a filter, so[...]
Controlling Algae in Ponds and Water Gardens
The number-one concern with pond-keepers and water gardeners is excess algae growth. We work hard to keep the water clear[...]
Buyer’s Guide to Pond Pumps: Best Rated & Energy Efficient
(source)My recommended pumps are the Tetra and the Sequence, keep reading for more!No matter what kind of pond you have you’ll[...]
Pond Fish: Best Varieties to Stock a Backyard Pond With
Backyard ponds containing colorful fish and plants add beauty and interest to any landscape. Pond fish provide color and character[...]
Aquarium & Pond UV Sterilizer: 6 Reliable Solutions to Improve Your Water Quality
If you’re an optimist, you’d think that regular filtration methods should suffice. After all, you can use biological and mechanical[...]