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Wait, I’m Supposed to Stop Feeding My Fish during Winter?

This is a question I hear from many first-time pond owners because there is a lot of confusion around the topic of feeding fish in wintertime. With most pets, you feed them consistently regardless of the temperature or time of …

Why Pond Pumps and Pond De-Icers Can’t be Friends

Your pond pump and your pond de-icer. Both essential parts of your backyard water garden. Both incredibly important to you. Both necessary for your pond life’s health and happiness. So why can’t they just get along? Well, as it turns …

Placing Your Floating Pond De-Icer: It’s Easier Than You Think

Last month we talked a lot about why you need a pond de-icer for your water garden. The role they play in keeping your fish healthy throughout winter is second to none. Today we’re going to talk in a little more …

Prevent Your Pond from Icing Over with Pond De-Icers

How to use de-icers effectively. One of the biggest concerns pond owners face each winter is how to keep their …

Pond Heaters vs. Pond De-Icer – What’s the Difference?

When it comes to winter pond supplies, one of the most important pieces you can buy is a pond heater. Or is it a pond de-icer? Wait a minute… Some pond owners get confused when it comes to buying …

The Power of Cold Weather Fish Food

As humans, we often eat different kinds of food – and different amounts of it – depending on the weather. For many of us, summer is a time to eat lighter foods like salads, grilled fish, chicken, and fruit. We …

Seasonal Pond Pump Maintenance

Taking care of your pump is not a one-time endeavor. It’s important to do seasonal pond pump maintenance to make sure that it your machine is properly prepared for the conditions that come with changing temperatures. Fall During fall you’ll …

How to Get Your Pond Ready for Winter: Part 3

In my final post on pond winterization, I will be discussing how to properly prepare your fish and plant life for the cold months ahead. Getting Your Fish Ready for Winter Many people are concerned about their fish not making …

How to Get Your Pond Ready for Winter: Part 2

In my last post on pond winterization, I stressed the importance of leaving some debris in your pond during the cold winter months. I also pointed out how pond netting can help you achieve the perfect level of debris. Today …

How to Get Your Pond Ready for Winter: Part 1

Whether we like to admit it or not, winter is rapidly approaching. Days are shorter and darker and temperatures are inevitably dropping. Most homeowners know how to get their yards ready for the cold months ahead, but they sometimes struggle …