Water X Scapes Blog

Although some of these plants are very attractive and have a reputation for growing near a natural earth bottom pond, it does not mean that they will do you any favors being planted close to the edge of your water garden. Birch Trees are beau...

Everyone has their own opinion about whether a pond can be built in the sun or should it be built it the shade. Here are a few facts that may help you determine where exactly to put your pond. Sun Benefits: Arguably the most common reason to build...

POND DYES - for lakes & large earthen bottom ponds Using pond dyes for lakes is like putting sunglasses on your water’s surface. The dyes will protect your body of water from the UV rays of the sun that activate and promote the growt...

Keeping your pond’s eco-system balanced can be tricky at times but does not have to be hard. When you build a water garden, you are not just creating a space for your koi and fish to live. You are creating an eco-system where your pond fish can...

"So, what is a bog?"  Bog gardens exist in nature - in low-lying areas, or around ponds, lakes or streams. Bog plants love overly moist soil, that is waterlogged, but not standing. As pond owners, we can use this idea to our benefit. Adding a bo...

We, of course, want you to have the best ponding experience possible. When you build an outdoor pond with fish in mind, you are creating a home for your new pets. Use this guide to help you in choosing which pond fish are most suitable for you and yo...

“Testing your Pond Water Could Save a Life”  Monitoring the water quality in your koi pond and performing regular tests of the pond water can give insight into what is going on inside the pond that you cannot see.  Clear water...

So many products, but what do they do? Do I need to use them all? Let this guide help “clear it up for you.”  Beneficial Bacteria colonizes within your biological pond filter, breaks down ammonia from fish waste and decomposing...

“The Importance of your Pond Thermometer” Hard to believe that such a small thing, like a pond thermometer, can give you so much information throughout the pond season, but it’s true. Read on to find out what the temperature of your...

The weather is beginning to get warmer and I started to open my pond for spring, but there’s a problem... My koi and pond fish did not survive the winter! What happened?! Right away I’d like to express how sorry I am. After all, your finn...

Editor's note: We received this question from a recent customer and thought we would share it with all our readers - as well as the answer! Question: I just bought a house and there is a 1/3-acre pond located on the property. Most of it is covered wi...

In preparation for the cold winter months, ponds are being winterized, plants are being cut back and most pond pumps are placed into storage until the spring; meaning less oxygen will be available for your fish. Fish health is directly influenced by...