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Koi Pond: Filter vs. Fish
By Douglas Hoover · 18 years ago
There are many different types of filters available today for koi ponds which require regular cleaning. The decaying fish waste and pond debris need to be removed from the filter, flushed and cleaned with a ...
Koi Pond: Water Chemistry
By Douglas Hoover · 18 years ago
The most basic conditions of your koi pond water chemistry are the pH factor (which stands for potential Hydrogen) and water hardness. These factors alone can determine the life or death of your koi pond’s ...
Gardening And Landscaping for a Beautiful Backyard
By Harry Bernstein · 18 years ago
Many home owners who are lucky enough to own a piece of property with a large front or backyard, also enjoy gardening and landscaping. If you are one of those people, you also know there ...
Home Landscaping - Planning for Success
By Harry Bernstein · 18 years ago
Every successful home landscaping venture begins with a well thought out plan. A successful plan will anticipate problems before they occur, organize all your goals and activites, and help you create a beautiful finished product. ...
Pond Design: Digitally Design Masterpieces- Virtual Water Features Part II
By Douglas Hoover · 18 years ago
TRICKS I’VE LEARNED
Digital Designs are not only a current wave or trend, it is predicted to be the wave of the future.
I am glad I discovered this concept four years ago and adapted ...
Koi Pond: Dispelling Myths About Concrete
By Douglas Hoover · 18 years ago
What do some liner promoters and salesmen say about professional pond installations using concrete and rebar, plus mortar to hold the rocks?
(1) “One problem with concrete and mortar construction is that of cement alkali ...
Koi Pond: Is pH Important?
By Douglas Hoover · 18 years ago
It can mean the difference between life and death of your koi fish!
Alkaline Koi Ponds
Generally speaking, alkaline conditions are more common than acidic in ponds, especially the newer ones. If the pH remains ...
Ponds & Waterfalls: Layout & Excavation
By Douglas Hoover · 18 years ago
First of all: know what you want. If you need some ideas, visit the library or your local book store and browse through landscape books, garden and pond magazines. You can also search the web ...
Koi Pond or Pondless Waterfall: Where Do I Begin?
By Douglas Hoover · 18 years ago
1.) Have you thought about A Water Feature?-- Is it true that a water feature will add equity to my home? What about a swimming pool? Doesn't a pond require a lot of upkeep? What ...
Want a Koi Pond? Get a Clue
By Douglas Hoover · 18 years ago
Liner ponds leak, concrete ponds leach. Fish get diseases if they are not eaten first. Algae are a constant problem. And what about mosquitoes and West or East Nile Virus?
Ponds are high maintenance, so ...
Pond Liners: 7 Reasons Why I Don't Use Them
By Douglas Hoover · 18 years ago
1. Liners will eventually leak. Manufacturers have varying warranties, ranging from 15 to 30 years, with a 75-year life expectancy. In reality, it will definitely last as long as the guarantee claims as long as ...
Koi Pond: Liners vs. Professional Construction
By Douglas Hoover · 18 years ago
Why is there so much talk about pond liners? Which ones are UV protected, or stronger, or last longer? I am by no means an expert on liner technology, nor have I ever used them ...
Water Feature Forums: OH MY!
By Douglas Hoover · 18 years ago
What a hoot! I’m learning a lot and fast about the nature of on-line forums.
I can only speak of my experience with forums related to the water garden or water feature industry. I have ...
Pond Design: Digital Masterpieces- Virtual Water Features Part II
By Douglas Hoover · 18 years ago
TRICKS I'VE LEARNED In creating a pond design digitally, you first need a digital photo of the area (5 Mega pixels min.) Next load it into your digital imaging program. Now you are ready. Many ...
Koi Pond: Digital Masterpieces- Virtual Water Features Part I
By Douglas Hoover · 18 years ago
One of the most challenging aspects of designing ponds and waterfalls is trying to convey my ideas to my client. Coming up with award-winning pond designs or implementing them using adequate skills and experience is ...
Great Tips for Creating A Beautiful Outdoor Space
By Angie Stocklin · 18 years ago
Flowers, stone, cedar, teak, plants, grill or no grill, there are so many decisions one has to make when creating an outdoor space. The easiest way to start is to look at the process step ...
Landscaping Business Starting Tips
By Andrew Mcnaught · 18 years ago
If you want to start a landscaping business, you are going to need more than a little landscaping or gardening knowledge, tools, and hanging a sign.
A service business, like landscaping, is considered to be ...
Patio Umbrella Covers
By Alison Cole · 18 years ago
Patio Umbrellas provide shade from sun and rain, besides adding that touch of glamour. At same time umbrellas, along with other patio furniture, need care and maintenance to be usable for several years. The practical ...
Pool Decks
By Jason Gluckman · 18 years ago
Pool decks are a source of recreation for everyone, especially for kids and swimming enthusiasts. Pool decks are accessible from the water and enjoyable for kids and adults alike. People prefer pool decks for barbecues ...
Tips on Planning Your Outdoor Kitchen
By James Mahoney · 18 years ago
It used to be that outdoor entertaining conjured up the familiar image of the picnic lunch at the park. You only needed a picnic basket, thermos, paper plates and plastic utensils.
Or if you wanted ...