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September 12, 2026Chris Dahl

Koi and goldfish can survive in ponds over winter provided it is adequately deep to give them plenty of room under the ice and an opening is maintained in the ice to allow oxygen into the pond and carbon dioxide to escape.

Daily Pond Tip

September 11, 2026Chris Dahl

Adding Beneficial Bacteria to your pond helps to break down waste products, improve water clarity and maintain optimal water quality for healthy fish.

Daily Pond Tip

September 10, 2026Chris Dahl

Bioballs are spherical plastic filter media that provide a large amount of surface area for beneficial bacteria to colonize. They are commonly used in many different types of pond filters.

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September 9, 2026Chris Dahl

Installing Pond Netting over your pond in fall is a great way to prevent leaves from getting into your pond where they eventually decay and cause poor water quality.

Daily Pond Tip

September 8, 2026Chris Dahl

Removing leaves, organic matter and sludge from the bottom of your pond in the fall is essential to help maintain good water quality and keep your fish alive through the winter.

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September 7, 2026Chris Dahl

Pondless Waterfalls provide the soothing sounds of running water without the maintenance of a pond. They can be easily incorporated into a small space or can be scaled up to create a meandering stream with multiple falls if you have the space.

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September 6, 2026Chris Dahl

Your pump should circulate the volume of your pond a minimum of once every 2 hours, ideally once every hour or more if you have a moderate to heavy fish load.

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September 5, 2026Chris Dahl

Feed your fish only what they will consume in 3-5 minutes, up to 4 times per day depending on the season. Less often in cool water, and more often in warmer water.

Daily Pond Tip

September 4, 2026Chris Dahl

Doitsu is the term given to koi that are not fully scaled – sometimes referred to as German scaled koi. They can be completely scaleless, or have a row of large plate scales along each lateral line, or a row on either side of the dorsal fin

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September 3, 2026Chris Dahl

Hardy Water Lilies will survive the winter as long as it is below the ice level. In most areas, placing them about 24” / 60 cm deep will ensure they survive the winter

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