A Barrel pond is quick and simple to build. They can be placed anywhere on your property, including your deck or patio. And to be honeset, I think they look great. Check the link below for some great info on how to build the best Barrel Pond.
Creating a pond in a barrel isn't a new idea, but what makes this project different is the sheer size of the barrel - at least three times as big as the average barrel pond!
How to choose the right filter?
Choosing the correct filter system for your Koi pond can be a baffling process, with so many types and designs of filter on the market - where do you start? Remember, we are concerned here with specific filtration for Koi ponds, as opposed to garden ponds which might contain other types of ornamental fish.
If you're looking for a filter for your Koi pond and you're not sure what's best for you check the above article out. It has great information for you.
I promised you news with all the tips and information. Here's a great one. Really shows you how much we can fall in love with our pond. - Check it out!
| Physician offers reward for return of stolen fish Journal Times Online, WI - ... McNulty wants whoever stole his beloved Koi to return his fish. The fish disappeared from his backyard pond sometime last weekend, on either July 22 or 23. ... |
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UV Sterilizers help kill and control most bacteria, viruses and parasites. It can also help prevent the unwanted 'green water' symptom that so many of us suffer with.
Sounds great right? Well it actually is, but it can be rather complex for some people. If you're looking for more information on UV Sterilizers heres a great little article on the subject. Note, that this article is targeted at marine fish, however it still has some great tips and info on UV Sterilizers:
The UV Sterilizer: Friend or Foe
by Michael G. Livadas
References - The UV Sterilizer: Friend or Foe
UV Sterilizers come in all types, shapes and sizes. It's best to drop by your local stores to find what will work best for your pond. When shopping for UV Sterilizers no one can give you better information for your exact needs then a reputable local supplier. Make friends and you'll both benefit from it.
If you're a serious Pond Owner I highly recommend adding a UV Sterilizer. Anything that helps keep my pond ecosystem going healthy longer, and doesn't require constant maintenance and care on my part, is alright with me =)
Personally, I'm currently using the Tetra Pond UV. It's absolutey fantasitc!. Combine this with my pumps and filters and my water is clear as...well..you get the picture.
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As I'm sure you're all well aware. Your fish and any other pond dwellers, need oxygen! Plants assist in the release of oxygen into your Pond. BUT, too many plants, algae, dirt and contaminants can cause a rapid depletion of your ponds Oxygen levels.
Getting a well balanced ecosystem requires a well balance of plants and animals.
Too many plants may deplete Oxygen levels, but too many fish will result in the same effect.
Filters, fountains and waterfalls help aerate the pond. Moving water well assist you to achieving a well balanced ecosystem. Remember, balance is the key to a happy and healthy pond.
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The simpliest and most nature friendly way to prevent and reduce Algae growth in your pond is to add Anacharis Plants to your pond.
Anacharis Plants are underwater plants that use up the nutrients that would otherwise feed growing algae.You've likely seen these in fish aquairums. It's highly recommended that every pond have some Anacharis.For all those that have Koi fish in their ponds, keep in mind that Koi fish tend to eat Anacharis plants so you'll want to include some form of plant protection.
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| Let it flow Pioneer Press, MN - ... viewing platform.". The Cunninghams' big backyard pond is set against a whimsical playhouse with a front porch and two-tiered roof. The ... |
Interested in making your pond creation an enjoyable event with the kids? Home depot has a great little frog and goldfish pond kit that will do just that!
Do I sound like a Home Depot sales rep? lol. Don't worry i'm not, but I still think it's a great deal and a great idea if you have kids!
Model 7126410
Unfortunately the link to this offer is super long so i've neglected from adding it here. If you're interested go to www.homedepot.com and type "Kids frog and goldfish pond kit" in the search box usually found at the top-right of the page and the offer page should appear.
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Here's an article on the video posted just below. So you can either read about it here OR watch it below. Or if you're like me you'll probably enjoy doing both! =)
Weird News: Missing...pet fish
The Associated PressNASHUA, N.H. — Cats and dogs who wander from home get reunited with their owners all the time.
But fish?
Floodwaters from the Merrimack River recently swamped the Brand family’s backyard pond, sweeping away seven of their 11 Koi fish and depositing them on the third fairway of the nearby Nashua Country Club.
“By the time I could get out there, I found only four fish,” Eric Brand said. “Just figured the rest were carried away and had dried up somewhere.”
The flooding had left enough water on the golf course to keep the fish alive long enough for David Deane, a city alderman and groundskeeper, to find them.
Deane said he was pumping water off the course when he noticed the fish flopping on the ground. Thinking they might be pets, he went to get a bucket.
Brand said a neighbor saw an item in The Sunday Telegraph on May 28 about Deane’s fish rescue and called Brand, leaving him a message. But Brand didn’t hear it for more than a week.
On Tuesday, the Brands were reunited with their fish.
Kansas City Star | 06/14/2006 | Weird News: Missing...pet fish
For those that have considered or already have an above ground pond here's a great site of someones own personal experience with having an above ground pond. She even lists her PROS and CONS on the matter. Some very important points that she lists that I'm sure everyone wants to read are her "If I had it to do over note".
My Above Ground Pond/My WatergardenFor those of you who still haven't made up your mind about whatkind of pond to build I would like to tell you a little bit about mine,and how it is to live with this kind of pond.
Priscilla's Pages: My Above Ground Pond
Flickr.com has a fantastic collection of photos and images taken from people all around the world. For those who aren't familiar with Flickr, they are a photo sharing site. You can post, share, and search for all kinds of pictures.I could spend hours surfing through some of the amazing images posted on Flickr.com.
Here's a link that will take you directly to the search results for 'backyard ponds' - Check it out!
http://www.flickr.com/search/?q=backyard%20pond&w=all&m=tags
They have some excellent pond and water garden shots too! I've posted a few samples below.
Roath Park, Wales on Flickr - Photo Sharing!
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For all you people that are in and around North-Eastern Pennsylvania, there is a hands-on session on building backyard water gardens available on August 16.
I came across this article from the TimesLeader.com website. - Check it out if you're in the area!
Installing a Backyard Pond, a hands-on session on building a backyard water garden. Presented by Creekside Gardens. Luzerne Conservation District, 485 Smith’s Pond Road, Shavertown. Aug. 26. $15. Reservations: 674-7991.
Times Leader | 07/14/2006 | THIS WEEK: JULY 14 to 20, 2006
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Here's a recent article from the Sarasota Herald-Tribune displaying how much Backyard Ponds are expanding.
| Gushing fountains, fish-filled ponds are making a splash Sarasota Herald-Tribune,?FL?- ... They were able to save the backyard pond, and they plan to expand it. "There's nothing more tranquil than a water feature, by day or night," Myers says. ... |
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An Article Written by Kassidy Emmerson at AssociatedContent.com. It's a great read - Check it out!
The Benefits of a Backyard Pond
And How it Can Help You!Are you thinking about putting a pond in your backyard? Small, ornamental ponds that host plants, Dragonflies, and colorful Butterflies can add a decorative touch. But the type of pond I'm referring to is a real pond that's dug deep into the earth. There are many benefits of a backyard pond that can be stocked and cultivated. For example, if a pond is large enough, it can be stocked with fish such as Catfish, Bluegills, Crappies, et cetera. Once the fish are grown, you can catch them and eat them. Another idea is to raise Koi fish and other smaller types of fish. You can then sell them to people who want to stock their ownsmaller ponds. Or, talk to the local pet shop and maybe you can strike up a deal to supply them with certain varieties of fish.
 Dowagiac Daily News | Dowagiac Daily News Dowagiac Daily News, USA - Ed Toy's wife Lee Ann wanted a backyard pond when they built a new house. Five years and 300,000 pounds of rocks later they have ... |
