If you’ve been dreaming of a swim pond but aren’t sure if you want to “jump in”, here are some answers to common questions about swim ponds. Q: Do swim ponds have to be big? My yard is small. A: No! Swim ponds can be quite small. In fact,...
There are many different view points about putting gravel or no gravel in a pond. Here is Jeff’s perspective on this topic. Jeff is the owner and pond expert for Minnesota Waterscapes. Q: Should I use gravel in my pond? A: Adding 1.5 – 3 inches of gravel...
How often do we find ourselves scrambling to have our yards and gardens, including water gardens, looking fabulous right before a party?!? If you need to clean your backyard pond up quickly, here is a little recommendation from Ethan, our Pond Technician. Pond...
If your pond fish are acting weird, this may be the easiest red flag warning that something is amiss in your pond! Find out from our pond pro, Jeff, how to fix a bad pond and save your koi pond fish. In a healthy pond, koi and other fish will swim gracefully around,...
Just as humans take vitamins and probiotics, ponds benefit from good bacteria. But what type should you add? Do they last year after year? First, bacteria are added to water because they are living organisms that use nutrition floating in the water. Bacteria can also...
What should you do with your pond in spring? The #1 thing to do with a pond or waterfall is to enjoy the seasonal ups and downs! Pumps can’t run frozen water but each season brings its own beauty! If you will be caring for your backyard pond this spring, make...
