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Winter…..
I almost can visualize the thawing of the ice…..even if its only 12 degrees this morning. Today a heat wave, yesterday morning it was only 3 degrees. But its February now so we can all start thinking about spring. When the pond is frozen I always wonder what those little fish are doing under there. There have [...]
Continue reading...Fighting Algae as the Temperatures Fall
29. September 2009
As water temperatures cool, algaecides such as PondCare Algaefix, Microbe-Lift Algaeway and Green Clean are less effective. Adding Microbe-Lift Barley Straw Extract or Barley Straw Bundle will help control string algae throughout the fall and winter months. Microbe-Lift Barley Straw Extract, Microbe-Lift Barley Straw Pellets or Barley Straw bundles are an effective and eco-friendly way [...]
Continue reading...Switch to Microbe-Lift Autumn/Winter Prep
25. September 2009
Now is the time to switch to Microbe-Lift Autumn/Winter Prep. This will help break down organic material in the pond before winter sets in. Microbe-Lift Autumn/Winter Prep will help accelerate the decomposition of leaves, scum, sediment and other organic matter during the fall and throughout the winter months. Also, Microbe-Lift Autumn/Winter Prep helps to maintain [...]
Continue reading...Leaves are Beginning to Show Some Color
23. September 2009
Some of you further north of us, are already getting some chilly nights. The leaves on your trees are already showing the colors of fall. Here, in Ohio things are just beginning to change. In the past week, I’ve noticed a few splotches of color. Before the leaves begin to fall, cover your pond with [...]
Continue reading...Fall/Winter Maintenance Series
21. September 2009
Well, I personally do not want to believe it…..but, the calendar does not lie! It’s September 21st, and fall is scheduled to arrive tomorrow. With that being said, there are some things you will want to do to ensure your pond and aquatic inhabitants survive the Winter ahead. Before winter arrives, you will want to [...]
Continue reading...Too Hot
11. August 2009
The weather has been pretty hot lately. The tropical lilies are blooming like crazy. If you’ve been having hot weather lately you may want to keep adding some fresh cold water to your ponds. This replenishes the water loss through evaporation and also gives your fish some fresh water. We all look forward to the [...]
Continue reading...Spring Cleaning Your Pond
3. March 2009
We have been waiting all winter for spring to arrive and can hardly wait to spend time enjoying our water gardens again. The transition from winter to spring can bring new challenges in the water garden. However, with a little work and a lot of patience, your pond will again return to its sparkling, clear magical [...]
Continue reading...Tropical Lily
19. February 2009
A tropical lily adds alot of color to your pond.
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