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The Pond Ecosystem Advantage

6/29/2016

The philosophy behind a Pond Ecosystem is to work with nature instead of fighting it. We use finesse, not force, to maintain a healthy and balanced habitat. A Pond Ecosystem works with the natural environment to provide everything necessary for the various plant and animal inhabitants to thrive.

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What to know when you move into a home with a fish pond

6/17/2016

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Have you inherited a fish pond with your new house? Here’s what you need to know, and what you need to do, to get the most enjoyment out of it.

The first thing to do is learn about your pond:

The size and volume of your pond. Measure the length, width, and depth. To roughly calculate the total gallons, multiply Length x Width x 80% x Avg. Depth x 7.48 = total gallons *due to it's curved border, the basin takes up approximately 80% of the rectangular SQ. FT.
Are there fish? How many? If you have fish, count them and note their size to know the type of food they my need. If it is winter, do not feed your fish. Their cold-blooded metabolism does not process food during the cold season.
How the pond is built. Is this a rubber liner pond, concrete, preformed?
Pumps and filtration. Does your pond have a skimmer? Is the pump working efficiently? If it is a large pond, is there adequate aeration? This is the circulatory system of your pond, and is the difference between having a vibrant healthy pond, and a sludge puddle.

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