123 results for 'filters'
123 results for 'filters'
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Pond Winterization Preparation: A Checklist(Post)
Backyard ponds require some extra attention when preparing for fall and those cold winter months ahead. Temperatures start dropping which means more and more questions on what to do next are arising.
Pond Start Up - First Steps (Post)A Pond Start Up can seem daunting at first. You've just built that backyard pond you've been dreaming of and now what? Right now, it is just some rocks and water, but not for long. Be ...
Quick Guide to Understanding Your Pond's Ecosystem(Post)WHAT IS AN ECOSYSTEM? A pond’s ecosystem is the balance between fish, plants, bacteria, critters and other living organisms. Within this ecosystem, the nitrogen cycle is occurring. ...
How Many Fish Is Too Many In My Pond?(Post)You just finished building this awesome pond and one of the first things you want to do is add some koi and other beautiful pond fish. These fish will soon turn into pets with names and are fun to wa ...
Why Not Kill Early Spring Algae?(Post)Well, Spring has sprung! Daffodils and perennial flowers are popping up showing us the signs of Spring! Our fish emerged from their cave this past week and began the ritual of begging for food. Ther ...
Keeping Fish Out Of Pond Skimmers(Post)“How do I Keep my Fish Out of the Pond Skimmer?” This is a very common question, so do not think that you are alone on this. Below are the 3 most common reasons your fish might be ...
Chemical Versus Natural Pond Treatments(Post)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 pon ...
Why is my Pond Losing Water?(Post)The heart-sinking feeling of walking out to your pond and hearing the pump sucking air because the water level is down, is enough to put anyone into a panic. Don’t fret, we are here to help you ...
Rules when Stocking and Feeding your Pond Fish(Post)There are many things in a pond for your koi and fish to eat - such as insects, plankton, string algae, and sometimes pond plants. So sometimes it may not be necessary to feed your fish at all. BUT ...
Floating & Submerged Pond Plants(Post)When it comes to ponds, plants play such a huge and important role in creating a balanced ecosystem. Two important types of plants are submerged and floating plants. Submerged Plants: Submerged Plan ...
Learn the Many Benefits of a Floating Fish Feeder Ring(Post)What is a Fish Feeding Ring? A feeder ring is a light-weight tube formed into a circle that floats on the surface of the pond. Its main purpose is to hold floating fish food in one place, insid ...
Identifying Good and Bad Pond Snails(Post)"Are All Snails Good for my Pond?" As with anything, there are pros and cons to having snails in your water garden. Here, we identify the most common snails found in a backyard pond and discuss what ...
How to Build a Pondless Waterfall(Post)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 ...
How to Build a Water Feature(Post)“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 ...
De-bunking Some Water Garden & Pond Myths(Post)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 featu ...
Creating your Own Container Garden or Patio Pond(Post)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 Gar ...
Pond Water Treatments(Post)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, ...
The Signs of Spring in and Around your Water Garden(Post)Excitement abounds when the signs of spring start to show after a long gloomy winter in north east Ohio. Soon we’ll hear the sounds of running water and feel the sun on our faces again. There a ...
5 Trees To Keep Away From Ponds(Post)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 ...
Chlorine, Chloramine, and Pond Water Conditioners(Post)As a water gardener I am sure you have heard one or more of these terms over time. But what are they? Below, we define what each are, when to watch out for them, and when to add them. If you have &ld ...
Four Primary Pond Plants: Essential Choices(Post)Types of Plants for Your Pond: Pond plants are a hearty food source to bugs, critters, and fish in and around the pond, but they also play an essential role in your pond’s filtration. They are ...
The Life of a Pond: Sun vs. Shade(Post)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 B ...
Chemical vs. Natural Water Treatments(Post)Chemical treatments (like copper) for lakes and larger earthen bottom ponds are often the first thing reached for to control, or eradicate, algae blooms or excessive and invasive plant growth. Applic ...
Promote Healing with Water Gardening(Post)People who suggest that water gardening is a dying fad, have clearly not heard about the beneficial effects splashing water can have on your environment and incidentally on your physical well-being.