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What Does Adding Beneficial Bacteria Do for a Pond?
When you hear the word bacteria, the mind often fills with its negative associations, such as illnesses. But did you know that not all bacteria...

Summer Maintenance For Ponds – 7 Tips
Pond weeds and algae thrive on hot summer days. The good thing is that during summer you usually have more time to spare for your...

Things to Know About Pond Maintenance
If you are a new pond owner it can seem a little overwhelming thinking about trying to keep that pond clean, clear and healthy. You...

Things to Know About Pond Algae
There are many forms of algae, ranging from the microscopic life forms that give pond water its green tint to wispy clumps of Filamentous algae floating in the...

How A Fish Becomes Fertilizer
Fertilization pays great dividends. But, as you do before making any investment, complete due diligence. Be sure your pond is a candidate for adding nutrients....

Frequently Asked Questions: 5 Products and Equipment That Are Essential for Pond Owners
As a new pond owner or even as a seasoned one, there are certain pieces of equipment and valuable products that are necessary to...

FAQ & Answers for Building a Koi Pond – Part 1
I am interested in building a koi pond. What does proper maintenance include? A koi pond is an absolutely beautiful addition to any landscape. The...

Why Your Pond Needs Bacteria
You may have the idea that in order to have a healthy pond you need to eliminate all bacteria. Such is not the case. In...

Beneficial Bacteria is About Balance
An important part of a pond's health is beneficial bacteria. Often there can be a lot of guess work involved in determining if you even...