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As temperatures begin to fall in colder zones, we recommend bringing some of your fish inside for the chilly winter months. Read our Weekly Pond Talk for some simple steps to re-home your fish.
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Are other fish like my plecostomus as hardy over the winter as my koi?
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A: We talk about how koi and certain types of goldfish, like Sarassa and Shubunkins, can overwinter in your pond or water garden even when water temperatures dip to near-freezing levels. But what about other common pond fishes? Well, it depends on your USDA hardiness zone, which divides the country.... If you use your pond for wintertime sports and fun activities, we recommend shutting down your aeration system for the winter. Read our Weekly Pond Talk for the recommended shutdown process!
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If I'm going to shut my aerator down for the winter, when should I do it?
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A: Ice skating, hockey, curling, broomball, ice fishing—part of the joy of having your own pond or lake is all the wintertime sports that can be played on the ice. These frosty, fun activities are the main reason why folks shut down their aerator for the winter, as keeping one running will create ... #ThrowbackThursday to November of last year. This was our pond during the first snowfall! ... See MoreSee Less
Need advice on fall cleanup? Our Pond Techs have years of hands on experience and are happy to help! ... See MoreSee Less
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If you’re concerned about weeds as fall and winter approach, read our Weekly Pond Talk for some winter treatment tricks!
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Although we typically recommend shutting down your pondless feature during the winter, you can absolutely leave it running year-round! Read our Weekly Pond Talk for some maintenance steps you’ll need to follow.
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Now that my plants are gone, how do I protect my fish?
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A: This time of year, aquatic plants are tough to find in backyard ponds. Cold temperatures and fewer hours of sunlight make all the lush greenery die off or go dormant for the winter -- and that leaves your fish high and dry and without any protection from hungry predators, like raccoons, herons ... Are you wondering how large of an opening your aeration system will keep in the ice? Read our Weekly Pond Talk for several factors that will affect the opening size and how long it will remain open! ... See MoreSee Less
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Ponds and lakes get a variety of visitors during the spring and summer – including different species of snakes that linger near water. But during the winter, they tend to disappear. Read our Weekly Pond Talk to find out where snakes hideout during the colder months. ... See MoreSee Less
We always have snakes around my pond, except in the winter. Where do they go?
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A: Ponds and lakes get plenty of visitors – including different species of snakes that linger around water. Some of the more common varieties that call the northern states home include the Black Rat Snake, Corn Snake, Garter Snake and the Northern Water Snake. Water snakes live wherever there's wa... This week our Pond Techs are getting more hands-on training with various maintenance tools. Today they worked with the Pond Sprayer! ... See MoreSee Less
Read our Weekly Pond Talk for a step-by-step guide for shutting down your pond and storing equipment for the winter! ... See MoreSee Less
During the fall months you will want to feed your fish a wheat germ-based diet that’s formulated for their slowed activity and metabolism. Read our Weekly Pond Talk to find out when it’s time to switch their diets! ... See MoreSee Less
How can I tell if my fish are ready for a lighter diet?
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A: When feeding your koi and pond fish, a lighter diet doesn't mean that your finned friends need to switch to low-cal, low-fat foods. Instead, it refers to an easy-to-digest wheat germ-based diet that's formulated for the fishes' slowed activity and metabolism during the transitional fall and spr... Fish can sometimes be picky eaters, especially when something changes their routine! Read our Weekly Pond Talk for the top reasons why your fish may have stopped eating. ... See MoreSee Less
Throughout the year our Pond Techs advance their knowledge with hands-on training! Today our Techs are working with The Pond Guy ClearVac. ... See MoreSee Less
Are you worried about a winter fish kill? Read our Weekly Pond Talk for more information on how they occur and how to prevent them! ... See MoreSee Less
Visit our local storefront for the end of the year sale! All fish and plants are “Buy 1 Get 1 Free” while supplies last! ... See MoreSee Less
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Overwintering tropical lilies isn’t hard but does require some space and planning! Read our Weekly Pond Talk for the different ways to overwinter your lilies. ... See MoreSee Less
How do I overwinter my tropical lilies?
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A: Vivid and fragrant, tropical water lilies are the floating jewels of a pond. If you live in Hardiness Zone 9 or lower, you'll need to take extra special care of these warm-weather-loving beauties over the cold season. To overwinter tropical water lilies, you have two choices: send them into dorma... With your waterfall off for the winter, your pond will need another source of oxygen. Read our Weekly Pond Talk for aeration tips! ... See MoreSee Less
Read our Weekly Pond Talk for various things you can do to keep your pond healthy as the winter months approach! ... See MoreSee Less
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It's important to remove your fountain during the colder months. This helps prevent damage that can occur from freezing temperatures and ice! For more winterizing tips, checkout out our Learning Center on at www.thepondguy.com ... See MoreSee Less
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As temperatures begin to fall in colder zones, we recommend bringing some of your fish inside for the chilly winter months. Read our Weekly Pond Talk for some simple steps to re-home your fish.
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Are other fish like my plecostomus as hardy over the winter as my koi?
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A: We talk about how koi and certain types of goldfish, like Sarassa and Shubunkins, can overwinter in your pond or water garden even when water temperatures dip to near-freezing levels. But what about other common pond fishes? Well, it depends on your USDA hardiness zone, which divides the country....Share on FacebookShare on TwitterShare on Linked InShare by Email
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If you use your pond for wintertime sports and fun activities, we recommend shutting down your aeration system for the winter. Read our Weekly Pond Talk for the recommended shutdown process!
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If I'm going to shut my aerator down for the winter, when should I do it?
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A: Ice skating, hockey, curling, broomball, ice fishing—part of the joy of having your own pond or lake is all the wintertime sports that can be played on the ice. These frosty, fun activities are the main reason why folks shut down their aerator for the winter, as keeping one running will create ...Share on FacebookShare on TwitterShare on Linked InShare by Email
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#ThrowbackThursday to November of last year. This was our pond during the first snowfall! ... See MoreSee Less
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Need advice on fall cleanup? Our Pond Techs have years of hands on experience and are happy to help! ... See MoreSee Less
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If you’re concerned about weeds as fall and winter approach, read our Weekly Pond Talk for some winter treatment tricks!
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Should I treat my pond weeds now, or will they die on their own now that it's getting colder?
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A: This time of year, many aquatic plants—including weeds—seem to be no longer actively growing. Triggered by dropping temperatures and fewer hours of sunlight, the cold-weather slowdown sends perennial plants into dormancy, and it can be hard to tell if they're dead or just holing up for the...Share on FacebookShare on TwitterShare on Linked InShare by Email
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Although we typically recommend shutting down your pondless feature during the winter, you can absolutely leave it running year-round! Read our Weekly Pond Talk for some maintenance steps you’ll need to follow.
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I don't have a pond, so I have no fish or filter to worry about. Can I still run my water feature?
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A: Though we generally recommend folks shut down their pondless features in the winter, you can absolutely run it year-round—as long as you're prepared to add a few winter chores to your to-do list. Keep It Running Because they don't have filtration systems to fuss with or fish to care for, pond...Share on FacebookShare on TwitterShare on Linked InShare by Email
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Now that your pond plants are gone, you’ll need a way to protect your finned friends from hungry predators. Read our Weekly Pond Talk for our recommendations!
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Now that my plants are gone, how do I protect my fish?
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A: This time of year, aquatic plants are tough to find in backyard ponds. Cold temperatures and fewer hours of sunlight make all the lush greenery die off or go dormant for the winter -- and that leaves your fish high and dry and without any protection from hungry predators, like raccoons, herons ...Share on FacebookShare on TwitterShare on Linked InShare by Email
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3 weeks ago
Are you wondering how large of an opening your aeration system will keep in the ice? Read our Weekly Pond Talk for several factors that will affect the opening size and how long it will remain open! ... See MoreSee Less
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How large of a hole will an aeration system keep open in the ice? I like to keep open water for ducks.
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A: No doubt those ducks will appreciate some open water in the winter, and an aerator is the best way to keep that hole open for them. Many factors will affect the hole's size and how long it will remain open, but here are three important points to consider: Size of the System: Larger aeration syste...Share on FacebookShare on TwitterShare on Linked InShare by Email
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Ponds and lakes get a variety of visitors during the spring and summer – including different species of snakes that linger near water. But during the winter, they tend to disappear. Read our Weekly Pond Talk to find out where snakes hideout during the colder months. ... See MoreSee Less
We always have snakes around my pond, except in the winter. Where do they go?
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A: Ponds and lakes get plenty of visitors – including different species of snakes that linger around water. Some of the more common varieties that call the northern states home include the Black Rat Snake, Corn Snake, Garter Snake and the Northern Water Snake. Water snakes live wherever there's wa...Share on FacebookShare on TwitterShare on Linked InShare by Email
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This week our Pond Techs are getting more hands-on training with various maintenance tools. Today they worked with the Pond Sprayer! ... See MoreSee Less
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4 weeks ago
Read our Weekly Pond Talk for a step-by-step guide for shutting down your pond and storing equipment for the winter! ... See MoreSee Less
We've decided to shut down the pond this winter. Do we just need to take out the pump and filter?
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A: Oh, if it were only that easy. Even though you plan to shut down the pond for the season, you still need to complete some winterizing chores. Put on your Aqua Gloves ™ and hip waders. Here is your step-by-step guide for closing down shop and storing pond equipment for the winter. Step 1: Prepar...Share on FacebookShare on TwitterShare on Linked InShare by Email
The Pond Guy
4 weeks ago
During the fall months you will want to feed your fish a wheat germ-based diet that’s formulated for their slowed activity and metabolism. Read our Weekly Pond Talk to find out when it’s time to switch their diets! ... See MoreSee Less
How can I tell if my fish are ready for a lighter diet?
www.thepondguy.com
A: When feeding your koi and pond fish, a lighter diet doesn't mean that your finned friends need to switch to low-cal, low-fat foods. Instead, it refers to an easy-to-digest wheat germ-based diet that's formulated for the fishes' slowed activity and metabolism during the transitional fall and spr...Share on FacebookShare on TwitterShare on Linked InShare by Email
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1 month ago
Fish can sometimes be picky eaters, especially when something changes their routine! Read our Weekly Pond Talk for the top reasons why your fish may have stopped eating. ... See MoreSee Less
I occasionally feed my game fish pellet food, but they don't seem as interested any more. Is something wrong?
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A: Fish can be finicky eaters sometimes – particularly when something changes their routine. If your fish aren't eating their Game Fish Grower Fish Food , it's likely due to one of these three reasons: Spooked By Predators Have you noticed signs of predators prowling around your pond? Have you see...Share on FacebookShare on TwitterShare on Linked InShare by Email
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1 month ago
Throughout the year our Pond Techs advance their knowledge with hands-on training! Today our Techs are working with The Pond Guy ClearVac. ... See MoreSee Less
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1 month ago
Are you worried about a winter fish kill? Read our Weekly Pond Talk for more information on how they occur and how to prevent them! ... See MoreSee Less
I heard you can lose fish during the winter. How do I prevent a winter fish kill?
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A: Imagine being cooped up all winter long in a room with no ventilation and no fresh air. Pretty claustrophobic, right? Now add the stench of decaying garbage and other waste buildup … it's likely you wouldn't last until spring. It's a similar situation with your fish. In colder climates that fre...Share on FacebookShare on TwitterShare on Linked InShare by Email
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1 month ago
Visit our local storefront for the end of the year sale! All fish and plants are “Buy 1 Get 1 Free” while supplies last! ... See MoreSee Less
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1 month ago
Overwintering tropical lilies isn’t hard but does require some space and planning! Read our Weekly Pond Talk for the different ways to overwinter your lilies. ... See MoreSee Less
How do I overwinter my tropical lilies?
www.thepondguy.com
A: Vivid and fragrant, tropical water lilies are the floating jewels of a pond. If you live in Hardiness Zone 9 or lower, you'll need to take extra special care of these warm-weather-loving beauties over the cold season. To overwinter tropical water lilies, you have two choices: send them into dorma...Share on FacebookShare on TwitterShare on Linked InShare by Email
The Pond Guy
1 month ago
With your waterfall off for the winter, your pond will need another source of oxygen. Read our Weekly Pond Talk for aeration tips! ... See MoreSee Less
I'm shutting down my waterfall for the winter and installing an aeration system. Do you have any tips on running aeration?
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A: Shutting down the waterfall for the winter makes a lot of sense for water garden hobbyists. Not only will it save on operating costs, but it will also prolong the life of your equipment, prevent ice dams from forming and potentially draining your pond, and save on a lot of hassle and worry. You...Share on FacebookShare on TwitterShare on Linked InShare by Email
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2 months ago
Read our Weekly Pond Talk for various things you can do to keep your pond healthy as the winter months approach! ... See MoreSee Less
I have a lot of leaves blowing into my pond. Will the bacteria still work this time of year?
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A: Leaves. There's really no getting around them. Every fall, those deciduous trees drop their colorful foliage and leave behind a headache for those who have to clean them up. Natural bacteria will do a great job breaking down the fallen leaves in your pond or lake – but only when water temperatu...Share on FacebookShare on TwitterShare on Linked InShare by Email
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