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Pond Weeds: Control, Herbicides & Identification Guide Mar 2, 20266 min read Pond Weeds: Control, Herbicides & Identification Guide Submerged weeds are controlled mainly through physical removal and chemical control methods. If your peaceful backyard pond has turned into a tangled mess of green growth, you’... Read article Best Fish Species for Backyard Ponds Jan 28, 20265 min read Best Fish Species for Backyard Ponds The best fish for backyard ponds are goldfish, koi, shubunkins, rosy red minnows, mosquito fish, and, for larger natural ponds, bluegill or other sunfish. Goldfish and shubunkin... Read article Backyard Pond Regulations: A Practical Guide Before You Dig Jan 21, 20264 min read Backyard Pond Regulations: A Practical Guide Before You Dig A backyard pond can transform a property — but in most places, you can’t just start digging without checking the rules. Every state, county, and even city has its take on pond p... Read article Small Pond Fish That Can Survive Winter (and How to Keep Them Safe) Jan 14, 20265 min read Small Pond Fish That Can Survive Winter (and How to Keep Them Safe) If you live where winters freeze ponds solid, you’ve probably asked yourself — Will my fish make it through the winter? Good news: many species can. The trick is knowing which f... Read article Winter Pond Plants: What Survives, What Doesn’t, and How to Keep Them Alive Jan 7, 20264 min read Winter Pond Plants: What Survives, What Doesn’t, and How to Keep Them Alive When winter hits, most pond owners start thinking about their fish—but your pond plants need attention too.Cold weather can do a number on them if you don’t prepare ahead. Some ... Read article How to Take Care of a Koi Pond in Winter: 7 Expert Tips for Midwest Pond Owners Jan 6, 20264 min read How to Take Care of a Koi Pond in Winter: 7 Expert Tips for Midwest Pond Owners To take care of your koi pond in winter, stop feeding once water temperatures fall below 45°F, maintain oxygen levels with an aerator, and keep a small hole open in the ice usin... Read article Winter Pond Cover Ideas Dec 23, 20254 min read Winter Pond Cover Ideas Use breathable covers—like pond nets, foam panels, or light frames—to protect your pond from snow and falling debris while still allowing air to move through. In colder regions,... Read article What Do Frogs Eat in a Pond? A Guide for Pond Owners Dec 17, 20252 min read What Do Frogs Eat in a Pond? A Guide for Pond Owners Frogs are common visitors to garden ponds, water gardens, and backyard ecosystems across North America. Whether you're managing a koi pond or a natural wildlife habitat, underst... Read article Do I Need to Shut Down My Pond Pump in Winter? Nov 20, 20255 min read Do I Need to Shut Down My Pond Pump in Winter? 1st of all, Is your pond a big landscape pond in your backyard? Or do you have a koi pond or decorative feature near the patio?  Strategies differ slightly for each waterbody, a... Read article How to Install an Ice Eater Nov 12, 20253 min read How to Install an Ice Eater If you live on the water in the northern reaches of our great nation, you already know how damaging ice can be to docks, boats, and shoreline structures. An Ice Eater is one of... Read article How to Winterize a Pond in the USA: Regional Guide (North vs South) Oct 15, 20259 min read How to Winterize a Pond in the USA: Regional Guide (North vs South) Winterizing a pond in the USA depends on where you live: In northern states, freezing water and thick ice mean you’ll need a de-icer or Ice Eater to keep a hole open, and/or an ... Read article How to Install a Kasco De-icer and Keep Your Dock Safe in Winter Oct 14, 20254 min read How to Install a Kasco De-icer and Keep Your Dock Safe in Winter   If you’ve got a dock or boat/boat lift in the water over winter, you already know how destructive ice can be. It can push pilings up, crack wood, and even damage entire dock ... Read article

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