I decided to add shrimp to my ponds for a couple of reasons. Number one they will feed on the algae and bio film in the pond. Number two they will provide live food for the fish. Basically adding...

Algae in ponds can be incredibly annoying. Its growth is pointing to an imbalance in the water. These are 6 methods for algae control. Which one or ones you choose to implement will depend on your...

The most important aspect of any pond is how you're going to filter the water. In this article I’ll explore 5 options, some you can buy straight of the shelf and others are a diy...

I’m a lazy gardener. Yet I love my garden. I believe I should be able to spend time enjoying my landscape not labouring in it. My ponds are an integral part of the gardens around my home. With...

I currently have 8 ponds I've built around my property. This gives me a good insight into how much a diy pond will cost. Obviously all these different pond projects have varied in price, so...

If your pond has fish in it do not turn the pump off at night! However a pond without fish can safely be turned off at night. The main purpose of a pump in a fish pond is to circulate the ponds...