What do fish do in winter?
The often repeated statement that fish hibernate over winter is actually untrue and a bit of a myth. Technically, fish don’t “hibernate” in the way bears do (which is called torpor). Instead, they enter a state called torpor or brumation. As…
Read MoreWhat type of food is best for your fish?
When it comes to pond food, it’s not just about choosing a food based on what the fish like to eat—it’s also about what the water in your pond can handle. High-quality food keeps your fish vibrant, while cheap food will largely up as sludge on the…
Read MoreGuide to choosing your pond filter
As corny as it sounds choosing a pond filter is a bit like choosing a heart for a body. It is important that whichever one you pick is a good combination of both the right size and also, the right strength in order to keep your new pond circulating and…
Read MoreAdding a fountain to your pond
Choising a pond fountain might in your mind be about bring attraction to the pond, but it actually serves a practical pourpose too in helping to keep your pond healthy. Looking beyond the fancy jets of water that catch the eye, a fountain also provides…
Read MoreChoosing a liner for your pond
Personally I would argue that choosing a pond liner is the most critical decision in your build. Once you have buried it under rocks, water, and fish, you really don’t want to have to replace it – I’ve had to do it before and trust me,…
Read MorePractical solutions to stop your pond freezing
Preventing a pond from freezing entirely is less about keeping the whole surface liquid and more about maintaining a breathing hole. They key thing to consider here is that without one, toxic gases such as ammonia will start to build up from decaying…
Read MoreOptions for creating a raised pond
Building a raised pond is a fantastic way to add a focal point to your garden without the back breaking labor of excavating several tons of soil. Raised ponds also give you much greater flexibility in where you put them, as long as it is flat your are…
Read MoreFun facts about Goldfish
The Myth of the Three-Second Memory Despite the popular and also oft-repeated rumor that goldfish only have the memory of an average TikTok clip, specialist research has shown that they can actually remember things for much longer than you might think…
Read MoreAll about oxygenating plants
Oxygenating pond plants which are often also called “submerged” plants are a key component of maintaining a healthy aquatic ecosystem in your pond. Unlike lilies and other plants which will sit happily on the surface of your pond, these…
Read MoreHow do Goldfish breed?
Every year in the pond I will get a mass of eggs and spawn, which always has me curious as to the process involved in fish breeding. Goldfish will breed and reproduce by scattering eggs. The process of reproduction for them is a high-energy event often…
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