Pond Fish are Colorful, Low-Maintenance Pets

You probably have not-so-fond memories of your children getting their first goldfish for a pet. The typical, round goldfish bowl made an inexpensive home for one or two goldfish from the local pet store. You thought it’d be easy. You wouldn’t have to take the little fish outside to go to the bathroom first thing in the morning. There’s no… Read more

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Fun Facts about Frogs

For pond owners, the sounds of spring go far beyond the song of birds and the chorus of crickets. As you crack open your windows to let the soft breezes ruffle your curtains and freshen your interior spaces, you’re greeted by the happy croaks of froggy friends. Like the Pied Piper, they lure you outside to set a spell and… Read more

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Give Your Charlotte Pond a New Look with Aquatic Plants

Ask any homeowner which room they’d like to upgrade most in their house and they’ll jump to answer “the kitchen!” or “the bathroom!”  When rooms aren’t freshened with a coat of paint or updated with a new dishwasher or plumbing fixtures, they start to look tired and outdated. It can be the same for your water garden. Sure, that yellow… Read more

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Create a Mini Pond with an Easy and Economical Container Water Garden

Lawnmowers are being hauled out of garden sheds and garages all over Charlotte now that the grass is stretching toward the spring sky. As a pond owner, you might find yourself smirking over the fact that your water garden means you have less grass to mow than your neighbor. As you admire your pond, you might surprisingly find yourself wishing… Read more

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Adding Beneficial Bacteria to Your Charlotte Pond

As a child, you were probably reminded incessantly by dear old mom to wash your hands on a regular basis to get rid of any yucky bacteria. Although her intentions were good, maybe all that motherly advice on cleanliness ended up giving bacteria a bad rap. Or maybe it’s Louis Pasteur’s fault. In grade school you learned that milk is… Read more

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Charlotte Pond Maintenance 101

Spring has sprung and Charlotte pond owners are anxious to open up their ponds, feed their fish, and enjoy the burst of waterlilies bobbing on the pond’s surface. To ensure the maximum enjoyment from your pond, it’s good to familiarize yourself with basic pond maintenance. Whether you’ve had your pond for years, or are a water gardening newbie, a few… Read more

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Prepare Your Charlotte Pond for the New Season

The weather is warming and your thoughts turn to sunny spring days. You’re anticipating the sight of your finned friends and breathtaking waterlilies. While you may be anxious to get your pond up and running, there are some important things to keep in mind while your pond water is still cool, even though the air temperatures are rising. Be sure… Read more

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Types of Pond Fish for Your Charlotte Water Garden

Separation anxiety from your finned friends during the winter months is a common emotion shared by many a pond owner. You enjoy watching the playful flash of color darting in and out of waterlilies and when winter comes, it’s hard to say goodbye to your precious fish while they hibernate. Spring comes and you anxiously wait to see the colorful… Read more

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Aquatic Plants to Add to Your Pond

Spring is right around the corner here in Charlotte, NC and that means one thing for pond owners … you’re gearing up for pond season. Whether you’re thinking about adding new fish to the water garden, or toying with the idea of adding a fountain to the front lawn, you’re ready to get your hands wet again. A lot of… Read more

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Communication is Key when Hiring a Pond Contractor

Whenever you contract someone to provide a service for you, inevitably you’ll hire someone you like. Someone you feel can relate to you. But what is it that makes two personalities click? Some people call it “chemistry,” but often times this connection boils down to simple communication. Authentic conversation allows you to truly connect with someone else; it’s a dialog… Read more

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