One very important aspect in constructing a pond is water depth. Here are a few simple suggestions depending on the type of pond you plan to build.
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One very important aspect in constructing a pond is water depth. Here are a few simple suggestions depending on the type of pond you plan to build.
Continue ReadingPond fish need a break too! During the winter months, it is an absolute truism that pond fish do in fact hibernate. When the fish in a pond reach this time in the season, their metabolism slows with the cooling of the pond water.
Continue ReadingYou have designed and set up your pond and stocked it with Koi and other pond fish. One of the first problems you will encounter is how to control nuisance wildlife or birds from eating your fish and destroying your pond.
Continue ReadingWinterize Throughout the summer, debris in various forms builds up in your pond. The sources of this debris could be falling leaves, decaying plants, fish waste, and algae. This organic matter greatly reduces water quality and increases stress to both your pond fish and pond plants during the long winter months. To properly winterize your…
Continue ReadingWhen Spring starts to bring in the warmer weather, this is time to get outside and begin enjoying the water gardening season. Your pond has been dormant all winter and needs a little care to make it beautiful. Follow these ten simple steps to prepare your pond for success.
Continue ReadingPonds are one of the most creative ways to add distinction and diversity to your landscape. Ponds can also be a huge headache once the warmer weather arrives and the algae start to take over.
Continue ReadingSpring Towards the end of spring, it is the time for some easy pond plant maintenance. Whether you are adding new plants into your pond or just need to re-pot existing plants, Zamzows has all of your pond plant needs. Feeding For overall plant health and to keep your blooming plants looking good all season…
Continue ReadingA Big Aquarium It is best to think of pond fish in the same way that one would think of fish in an aquarium. Both are in a synthetic environment that is on a closed circuit, meaning the same water is simply recycled within a designated area. There are a number of important things a…
Continue ReadingAre your fish and plants ready for cold weather? Throughout the summer, debris builds up in your pond from falling leaves, fish waste, decaying plants, and algae.
Continue ReadingMaintenance I keep a well maintained and balanced pond. Treating in early spring with an Algae Fix, and beneficial bacteria after the water temperature is 55 degrees Fahrenheit for a consecutive period of time, and monitor the water for ammonia and PH balance. With a 10 day consecutive 55-degree Fahrenheit water temperature it is time…
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