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Garden Ponds

Like just about Everything else in your home and garden, a pond will require a certain amount of regular maintenance to stay in top condition. In other words, you will need to clean the pond and care for it on a regular basis. Garden Ponds usually need one major cleansing sometime in the spring, while the days are still cool, and depending on your choices in plants and fish and other live pond elements in the water. The whole job of spring cleaning depends on having the right tools and these days that means having a good pond vacuum. You want to ...

Filters

Most people believe that the main purpose of a pond filter is to keep the water looking clear. And while it is true that filters do keep the water looking clear, that is really a by-product of proper filtration and it is not the main reason you need to filter the water. The main function of a filter is actually chemical filtering. That means removing the harmful dissolved compounds that build up in the water like ammonia and nitrates from fish waste and toxins from decaying plant matter. If left unchecked, these harmful compounds can increase to levels that will ...

Pond Liners

Garden Pond Liner Simply speaking, a pond liner is a waterproof and flexible membrane that covers the floor and the sides of a pond. The pond enclosure may be dug into the soil, or it may be built above ground. There are several different kinds of pond liner you can choose from and which one is best for you is dependent on your particular situation. Simple construction grade polyethylene can be used for very large natural ponds, where the sides and bottom of the pond will be covered with a thick layer of soil. However, for the vast majority of backyard and patio ...

Pumps

Pond Pumps If you're looking for a pond pump but you're not exactly sure what you need, then I'm sure the following guidelines will help you find your way among all the choices available. The most important thing that you have know is how big of a pump are you really going to need. That will be determined by both the size of your pond and whether or not the pump will also be driving a water feature such as a waterfall or fountain. The first consideration is the water volume of the pond. The general rule of thumb is half ...

Little Giant

It doesn't matter what sort of water feature you have or plan to build, Little Giant has the products you need to achieve your dream. Maybe you're thinking of the classic babbling brook that needs nothing more than a quiet and powerful pump to bring the soothing sounds of water to your garden. Or perhaps you would prefer a cascading waterfall feeding into a beautiful garden pond. Or maybe the best thing for you is a formal fountain. Whatever your needs, Little Giant has everything you need to produce the water feature of your dreams. Nice Backyard Koi Pond with Waterfall Here are ...

Skimmers

Pond Skimmers Pond skimmers keep the surface of your pond free from floating debris and help to keep your pond beautiful and healthy. Skimmers work hand in hand with your filter to maintain high quality water conditions. Skimmers not only keep your pond looking clean, they promote the health of your pond in several ways. Ponds covered in debris are breeding grounds for anaerobic bacteria and molds. A clean and clear surface of the pond promotes oxygen absorption and allows the pond to release harmful gasses that can build up in the water. And don't forget that floating debris, if not removed, will ...

UV Sterilizers

If you're serious about keeping the best possible water quality for your fish, then using a UV sterilizer is a necessary part of your water quality management routine. UV sterilizers use the power of ultraviolet light to kill microorganisms suspended in the water. One of the most common problems that is controlled by UV sterilizers is the buildup of floating algae. Ponds contain many types of algae and most are harmless if kept under control. But some forms of algae are prone to growing very rapidly under the right conditions which results in what is called an algal "bloom" that will ...

Indoor Fountains

Indoor Fountains For thousands of years, people have been enchanted by the beauty of moving water. Perhaps it's the soothing sounds or the fascinating patterns formed by intertwining flows of water. Whatever the reason, fountains have played an important role in the lives of people all over the world for centuries. No single reason explains today's rising popularity of indoor fountains. It might be that indoor fountains are a sort of link between the outdoors and indoor spaces. Or maybe water has become the newest medium for artists and designers who always on the lookout for the newest trends. Or ...

Atlantic Water Garden Products

Atlantic has been an industry leader for 20 years by designing and manufacturing innovative garden pond and water feature products that are always a great value. If you have a large pond, then you know the solid value of the Big Bahama Professional series of skimmers and filter falls. No matter what size or style of garden pond or fountain you have, Atlantic makes the filters, pumps, and lights you need with the features you want and the quality construction that always sets Atlantic at the top. Atlantic also offers skimmers, pond kits, liners, water treatments, echo chambers, waterfalls and much ...

Pond Kits

Would you like to transform your patio or back yard into the kind of special place where you love to sit and relax after a hard day's work? Imagine yourself enjoying the tranquil sounds of gently splashing water and the peaceful environment created by a beautiful pond. Not only will a pond transform your backyard into a peaceful retreat, it makes a great centerpiece for outdoor entertaining. If you'd love to have a pond, but the expense of having one installed by a contractor is preventing you realizing your dream, then a pond kit may be the perfect choice ...

Garden Fountains

The basic design of most garden fountains is the same, however there are many variations in how that basic design is carried out and and many different materials that can be used for the construction of the fountain. Different building materials will require different amounts maintenance. Stone fountains, for example, require little or no maintenance to the stone itself. Many people, in fact, feel that stone only improves with age and weathering and blends in better with the garden environment as it ages. If your choice is a more modern looking steel fountain, it may require periodic maintenance to keep its ...

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Filters

Pressure Filter

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UV Sterilizers

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Choosing Fish for the Garden Pond

Once a new garden pond has been planted and the waterlilies and other aquatic plants have been established for four or five weeks, ornamental fish can be introduced. There is no minimum number of fish necessary for a pond, although without any fish at all it will become a nursery for mosquitoes and there will be little chance of controlling aquatic... [Read more of this review]

Garden Ponds For Outdoor Design of Yard

James Hunt asked: In the world of gardening and outdoor design, more and more people are opting to use what are called garden ponds in their yards. These are usually found in the backyard of the house and are there simply for decoration. These ponds can be man-made or for those who are lucky enough, they can be natural. The more natural the ponds looks... [Read more of this review]

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