Pond Basics

Water Gardens 101

Four Fundamentals of a Balanced Pond: As much as we would like to say a balanced water garden just happens, it doesn’t. To achieve crystal clear water and to keep fish and plants thriving, you must understand the four fundamentals of a balanced pond: Aeration, Filtration, Plants and Fish, and Treatments. Filtration: Keeps water clean, clear and safe. Filtration is essential when buil… Read More »

How to Measure a Water Garden

Knowing how much water a pond holds will help you determine the size of the aeration or filtration system you will need to install. It will also help you properly dose the pond with water treatments and determine how many fish the pond can house. Luckily there are formulas that will determine the volume of water for you after you've collected a few important measurements based on the shap… Read More »