Building a Koi Pond

Posted by ljpatton | Posted in building koi fish pond | Posted on 03-08-2009

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Building a koi fish pond does require different materials than a regular backyard pond, so it’s essential to get it right the first time. In just a few easy steps you can have your own stunning pond right in your back yard!
Location of your pond is one of the most important factors you must figure out before you start. You pond needs to be out of direct sunlight if possible. It be best if it isn’t directly under trees because of falling debris. It needs to be close to electricity and also close enough that you can enjoy it!
The size of you pond depends on the space you have and the type of fish you want. If you are sure you want koi you need to have a larger pond. Koi can grow to be quite large. A koi pond needs to be at least 15 feet by 10 feet. If you were thinking about something smaller, you may have to go with goldfish.

Koi Pond Care

Posted by ljpatton | Posted in Koi Pond Care | Posted on 03-08-2009

Caring for a Koi Pond

Caring for a koi pond can be easy if you learn the proper way to do it. Testing your water and making sure all your equipment is working properly is what you will spend most of your time doing. If your pond has no major problems the majority of your work will be in the spring and the fall.

Koi Pond Supplies

Posted by ljpatton | Posted in Koi Pond Supplies | Posted on 03-08-2009

Get the proper koi pond supplies. Pond filters, pumps, skimmers, uv clarifiers, and more

Koi Fish Care

Posted by ljpatton | Posted in Koi fish care | Posted on 03-08-2009

Caring for Koi is pretty easy as long as you know that they have different nutritional requirements for different seasons.

Pond Fountains

Posted by ljpatton | Posted in Pond Fountains | Posted on 03-08-2009

Pond Fountain

Pond Fountains look beautiful and they also aerate the water, providing more oxygen to you fish.

Backyard Pond Bridge

Posted by ljpatton | Posted in backyard pond bridge | Posted on 03-08-2009

Backyard Pond Bridge
Bridges allow you a perfect place to view your fish. They also give your fish shade and protection from predators

Lighting for your Pond

Posted by ljpatton | Posted in pond lighting | Posted on 03-08-2009

Pond Lighting

Adding lights to your pond can make it go from ordinary to extraordinary!

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