Fish Ponds

Prevention is of the utmost importance when it comes to keeping a pond free of algae. The correct balance of sunlight, aquatic plants, the appropriate filters and maintenance creates a water...

Like any home aquarium, fish ponds need to be clean in order to be attractive and to keep your fish healthy, which can be more difficult in an outdoor pond environment than a common fish tank,...

Constructing a good koi pond is more complicated than lining a hole in the backyard and putting fish into it. For your koi to be healthy and beautiful, the pond must be as close to their natural...

An outdoor fishpond can bring beauty and serenity to your yard. Fish are colorful and interactive, and they will quickly become beloved pets. Maintaining and outdoor pond can be intimidating at...

Pond skimmers and biofalls are two filters necessary to maintain a healthy and clean pond. A pond must have a good filtration system in order to thrive. Both filters have separate functions but...

A pond skimmer is an important part of a pond's filtration system. A great filtration system is necessary to keep water clear and fish healthy. The skimmer pulls debris out of the water, helping...

Any pond containing fish must have a great filter in order to purify toxins and debris from the water. Homemade filters can be less expensive and, when properly made, work just as well as...

A goldfish pond is a beautiful addition to any backyard. Not only does it have aesthetic value, but goldfish eat insect larvae and prevent your yard from becoming overrun by bugs. Goldfish in a...

Outdoor water gardens are a beautiful addition to any landscape or flower garden. Starting a pond seems relatively easy, but if you plan to add some fish, the most important consideration is...

Building a mechanical/biological filter for your pond is an easy project which can be completed in under an hour, in most cases. Assuming you already have a drill, parts for this project can be...

Having a pond in your yard is an excellent way to upgrade your landscaping as they are beautiful to look at. But did you know that they can pay for themselves? By breeding your inhabitants for...

A fish pond will require a pump to circulate the water you wish to filter. This is essential for two reasons, to put oxygen into the water for the fish to breathe, and to circulate that oxygen...

Once installed and running, a water garden pond should require little maintenance. If you have fish in the pond, there will be a couple things to watch for, but otherwise nature will take over...

In June 2007, I began a backyard water garden pond project. I started with some online research and determined where I would put the pond and what I needed to buy and do to complete it. Now, a...

So you have your pond up and running. But you wonder when and how to keep it looking clean and healthy..... Follow these instructions and your pond will give you years of enjoyment.