Building a wildlife pond
Here is our short guide to building a wildlife pond, enjoy! Building a wildlife pond is one of the single best things you can do for local biodiversity. Unlike a traditional fish pond, a wildlife pond focuses on shallow edges and easy access for…
Read MoreWildlife Pond vs Ornamental Pond
With this, we have two contrasting and very different approaches to having a garden pond. While both options will add beauty and value to your home, they also serve very different purposes. A wildlife pond is an aquatic invitation for nature to move in,…
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 MoreHow does a UV Steriliser Work?
Certainly in my pond the UV Sterilizer is an important piece of equipment. But how does it work? How does it keep the water so clear? At first, it might seem a bit daft and also counterintuitive to put a high power and high tech light bulb into your…
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