First you dig a hole. Well, OK…..there is a little more to it than that, but not that much more. The following instructions will guide you through a simple and generic construction project suitable for most backyard ponds. Your pond can be as uncomplicated or as elaborate as you choose when using a flexible Pond […]
Choosing the Perfect Pump
4 Easy Steps to the Perfect Pump Determine the desired visual effect of your waterfall Size your tubing to maximize water flow Find the Total Dynamic Head of the feature Select the perfect pump…….or pumps! 1.) How to know how much flow? First, Determine the total width of spillway(s), then choose the appearance desired. Trickle- […]
Bird Control
Is your pond plagued by Herons, Kingfishers or other birds visiting the pond and eating your fish? Provide Cover for the fish: • Put some Floating Island Planters or planted cork rafts in the pond. Both are excellent choices for Koi ponds where you cannot grow water lilies. • Build an underwater cave or hidey […]
How to repot your hardy waterlily
Here along the Gulf Coast, waterlilies are repotted annually, starting in April. Otherwise, they become crowded and will not bloom as frequently. Remember to use clay-based topsoil to repot. (Do not use commercial potting mixes) Starting 2 months after repotting, fertilize with 2 Pondtabbs per 7qts. every two weeks until October. Wash all soil off […]
How to repot your tropical waterlily
Here along the Gulf Coast Tropical Waterlilies are repotted annually, starting in April. If not repotted they become crowded in their pots and refuse to bloom. Remember to use clay-based topsoil, do not use commercial potting mixes. Starting 2 months after repotting, fertilize with 2 Pondtabbs per 7qts. every two weeks until October. Use a […]