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December 1, 2025
Pond Dye helps reduce algae growth in ponds by reducing the amount of sunlight that enters the pond. Submerged algae (and plants) cannot grow if they don’t receive enough sunlight.
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November 30, 2025
All parts of the lotus plant are used in traditional medicine for treating abdominal cramps, bleeding ulcers, sunstroke, insomnia, skin ailments and many more.
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November 29, 2025
Water Lilies come in different sizes. If you have a small pond, choose a water lily with a small spread so it doesn’t overtake your pond. If you have a large pond, you can choose lilies with small, medium or large spreads.
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November 28, 2025
Utsuri – is the term used to describe a koi with only 2 colours. It is a black koi with one other colour such as white (Shiro Utsuri), red (Hi Utsuri), or yellow (Ki Utsuri)
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November 27, 2025
Hanako, the oldest koi have ever lived, was born in 1751 and lived until July 7, 1977 – an extrordinary 226 years! The age of Hanako was verifed by scale analysis. July 7 was named National Koi Day in honour of Hanako.
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November 26, 2025
Keep a close eye on your pond during the winter months to ensure there is an opening in the ice to allow oxygen into the water and gases to escape.
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November 25, 2025
Tosai is the Japanese term that refers to a koi that is 1 year old. Learn more Japanese Koi Terminolgy.
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November 24, 2025
Adding LED Pond Lighting is great way to extend the time you can enjoy your pond. Lighting up waterfalls or fountains adds a whole new dimension to your pond at night.
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November 23, 2025
Lotus make stunning pond plants. The larger varieties have huge leaves that grow up to 24” in diameter held up to 3 feet above the water. Their flowers are very fragrant and measure up to 8” in diameter. There are also medium and dwarf sized lotus that will suit any size pond or water feature.
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Daily Pond Tip

November 22, 2025
Yes, water lettuce do actually flower! However, the flowers are so small most people never actually notice them.
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Daily Pond Tip

As temperatures change in your pond through the seasons, adjust your fish food accordingly. Feed a Spring & Fall food when the water is cool and Growth or Colour Enhancing foods when the temperatures are warmer.

Daily Pond Tip

As temperatures change in your pond through the seasons, adjust your fish food accordingly. Feed a Spring & Fall food when the water is cool and Growth or Colour Enhancing foods when the temperatures are warmer.