Water X Scapes Blog

Knowing your pond inside and out will help you to have a successful and pleasant ponding experience for years to come. From planning your build to maintaining the water quality, these calculations below will prove useful at some point in your ponding...

With all the stresses in society these days, who wants to add more maintenance and responsibilities to their daily chore list? We have heard from many people who love the idea of having a water feature, but express that they just do not need another...

Often times we build exactly what we think we want for a water garden…and then learn of something new. Or, it may just be time to upgrade. Either way, it’s not too late to add-on extra features like waterfalls, skimmers and bog filters t...

Knowing what the job entails before you start is half the battle. Of course, Hoffman’s Water X Scapes is your one stop pond shop. We have all the pond supplies and knowledge you will need to help you become a successful water gardener from the...

Is it Necessary to use Pond Underlayment with my Liner? Keep reading to learn the benefits of installing underlayment when you use pond liner. There are many ways to get a job done, but we are here to tell you ways that will save you the most trouble...

Pondless Waterfalls - How to Avoid Future Problems with your Water Feature:  I cannot express enough how many headaches and how much money you will save if your water feature is built with the future in mind. Using the proper waterfall supplies...

Ideas are limitless when it comes to building a garden fountain. Check out these examples for adding originality to your flower beds, patio or yard. Pottery: From a clay pot to a ceramic urn, there are countless ways to tilt, stack, spill and stagg...

Finding the right hose for your pond pump is not rocket science, but there is a science to it. Here we explain the determining factors for proper hose sizing so you can enjoy the exact water flow you desire. Most pipes or hoses are measured by the...

Water pumps, so many to choose from... …with so many different brands, sizes and types of water pumps on the market these days how are you supposed to know which is the best pond pump. Knowing which one is best to use for your water feature ca...

“I’ve Always Dreamed of Having a Water Feature…” Let us help you turn that dream into a reality. Hoffman’s Water X Scapes has the know-how and the resources for you to be successful from the beginning. So, let’s g...

You do not need a huge pond dug into the ground to have yourself a water garden. Container Ponds, or Patio Ponds, have become very popular lately.  Steps in Creating your Very Own Container Garden/Patio Pond:  1.) Find the Right Container&...