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Algae Blooms: Causes and Solutions
Algae Bloom: Table of Contents What is an Algae Bloom? What Causes Algae Blooms? Are Algae Blooms Harmful to Wildlife, Pets and Humans? Where are Algae Blooms Found? How Long Do Algae Blooms Last?...
Fish Pond Maintenance and Green Carp
Fish Pond Maintenance The Green Carp and its role in Fish Pond Maintenance Who is the Green Carp?The Green Carp - also known as the Grass Carp - is a herbivorous, freshwater fish known for...
How to Apply Aquatic Dyes
How to apply Aquatic Dye to your Pond Aquatic Dye - keep your pond looking good! What are Pond Dyes and why should you consider using them? Pond dyes contain colorants that are similar to food dyes...
8 reasons to install a Pond Fountain
8 reasons to install a Pond Fountain A pond fountain provides visual appeal and tranquility to your pond or lake. The sound of streaming water splashing on a peaceful pond can give you a soothing...
Algae Identification and Maintenance
Algae Identification and Maintenance Algae Identification of three common types of Algae Algae are a simple non-flowering aquatic plant that lacks stems, roots, leaves, and vascular tissue. To help...
Solar-Powered Aeration
Solar-Powered Aeration for Lake Management and Pond Maintenance No need for expensive electricity installation, maintain remote ponds with Solar-Powered Aeration A Solar-powered Aeration system is...
When should you use Submerged Aeration?
When should you use Submerged Aeration? Aeration is one of the best tools available to help keep your pond healthy. Â Ponds and Lakes large and small, require oxygen to keep aquatic plants, fish,...
6 Reasons to use Lake or Pond Dye
Pond Water Dye - The Benefits The addition of pond or lake water dye can make your pond more visually appealing by adding a tint of color to the water. Murky water that is brought on by algae growth...
Pond Muck | How to remove and prevent Muck and Sediment Build Up
Pond Muck, Lake Sediment Pond muck or sediment is the accumulation of materials such as decaying vegetation, waterfowl and fish waste, and any other organic materials that settle on the bottom of...