Ponds are serene havens teeming with life, providing a tranquil escape and fostering biodiversity. However, maintaining a balanced ecosystem in a pond can be a daunting task. Algae blooms, foul odors, and poor water quality are common challenges that pond owners face. Before you look for professional pond consulting, there's [...]
Gazing upon a serene pond, its surface reflecting the azure sky above, is a tranquil experience that many pond owners cherish. But behind the scenes lies a tale of dedication and care, where the right pond products make all the difference in ensuring the pond remains a haven of beauty [...]
Cyanobacteria, also known as blue-green algae, can pose significant health risks to humans and animals when they produce toxins. While there is considerable focus on cyanobacteria testing and treatment of cyanobacteria-contaminated water bodies, there are some lesser-known statistics that shed light on this issue: Increase in Occurrence: According to a [...]
Nestled amidst the countryside hills, there lies a picturesque pond, its tranquil surface reflecting the vibrant hues of the surrounding flora. For years, it has been a sanctuary for aquatic life and a haven for contemplation. Yet, in recent days, a subtle disturbance has emerged – a persistent leak threatens [...]
Understanding Pond Sludge and Its Impact on Your Pond's Ecosystem Pond sludge is formed when leaves, grass clippings, and other organic matter fall into the pond and settle at the bottom. Inorganic matter like soil and sand can also accumulate, further exacerbating the problem. As the organic matter decomposes, it [...]
Cyanobacteria also known as blue-green algae is a bacteria class that obtains its energy through a process known as photosynthesis. For this type of bacteria to grow there need to be certain environmental conditions. It can be found in any type of water (fresh, brackish, or marine). Typically, they are [...]
If you have a pond near your home or business, you probably know the challenges of having a standing water feature and the aesthetic benefits that come with it. Cyanobacteria bloom is a problem that can arise mainly during hot summer months but can happen almost any time. These harmful [...]
When you think about a pond what image do you bring up? It is one of clear water where you can see down to the bottom and see fish swimming about. In an ideal scenario, that would be nice but in most cases that is not typically what you see. [...]
Cyanobacteria is an organism that over two billion years ago played a key role in turning a poor oxygen planet into the oxygen-rich atmosphere that we live in today. These organisms live and thrive in photosynthesis. That is the ability to take in sunlight and turn it into sugars and [...]
Pond Odor: What Makes My Pond Stink? You may have a beautiful pond but if it smells, that reduces the appeal greatly. That smell could be a warning that your pond has issues that can harm wildlife living in or near your pond water. If your pond has a smell [...]