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...
At Minnesota Waterscapes, we receive calls from people who recently moved to a new home only to discover a backyard pond or waterfall came with it. They have questions about maintaining a pond, how much a pond costs to maintain, how to add or take away plants, or what...
Here is a quick overview of Minnesota Waterscapes’ annual pond maintenance and care routine! Use this list as an easy-to-follow pond care guide as you care for your pond in Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter. Spring Pond Maintenance, decide if you’re going to do a...
Chevy or Ford? Coke or Pepsi? Chocolate or Vanilla? Which is better? Just like statements comparing Chevy or Ford; Coke or Pepsi; or Chocolate or Vanilla, there are many ways to build ponds and pondless waterfalls. Is one way better? Does a certain method work while...
You are not alone if you want to say “I’m struggling with the same kind of algae taking over my pond. What’s going on?” The answer is biology. We pond owners have inadvertently stumbled across one of natures microscopic battle grounds. There is...
