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08th October 2009
One of the most popular fishes that you can find in garden ponds everywhere is the koi variety, and these Japanese fishes are often seen in these ponds because you can easily take care of them and also because of their attractive colors and numerous varie... Read >
Author: John Penn02nd October 2009
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Author: Bruno Franco29th September 2009
For the friend or loved one who is an avid bird watcher, choosing gardening gifts that attract birds or gifts that can enhance your loved one's bird-themed garden is a great way to show you care. Gardening gifts come in an assortment of designs, materials... Read >
Author: Brian Warren17th September 2009
If your Koi pond is not properly setup, you may not even be able
to keep fish alive. You have to create a pond that will not only
be pleasing to the eye, but will also adequately sustain Koi.
Unless you have a large amount of knowledge in outdoor
... Read >
Author: M Hargreaves03rd September 2009
Many people dream of buying Rio Del Mar beach homes, however, once they've purchased their dream Rio Del Mar beach homes, the real test of creativity and ingenuity often comes in. Creating the dream home you want on a budget!
Upgrade Your Hardware
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Author: Gregg Camp10th August 2009
Ponds can suffer badly from filamentous algae, commonly known as blanketweed after its habit of lying in the pond bottom. If allowed to proliferate, blanketweed can block the bottom drain.
Rake out the excess before brushing the bottom of the pond. Whe... Read >
Author: Paul Kramer09th August 2009
Once the pond is up and running, you will need to be able to dispose of foul pond water. If local regulations permit it, then the bottom drains of settlement and filter bays can be plumbed straight to the mains sewer.
Is a suitable sewage connecting ch... Read >
Author: Paul Kramer17th July 2009
Most people are big fans of DIY projects�even when it comes to landscaping. It's a way to unleash your artistic creativity and give your home and garden your own personal touch. It's okay to take on the challenge yourself if you're not looking for a dra... Read >
Author: Zorric Sia28th June 2009
Having your own beautiful Koi pond is becoming a popular trend around the world. However, Koi pond construction and upkeep should not be taken lightly . Koi, like any other animal, require time and money to maintain. Do not let this discourage you th... Read >
Author: Daryl Davis18th June 2009
The balboa park in San Diego isn't solely the biggest metropolitan city park but also prides itself as home of the not lower than fifteen outstanding museums and that opens a undivided calendar of events and things to do in San Diego. The outcomes are so ... Read >
Author: Valentine12th June 2009
There are homes which are very impressive not because of the size of the property but because of certain decorative elements that are present. While huge mansions have the resources and the manpower to make sure their homes look elegant and impressive... Read >
Author: joe guraro12th June 2009
Who does not want to have a home that is relaxing and comforting? Whether you are the busy type of person who spends more time outside the home or the homebody type of person, the fact that homes ought to be comforting and relaxing does not change. If... Read >
Author: joe guraro12th June 2009
Customized Garden Bridges to Accent Your Home
The home is considered to be the physical center of our lives as individuals, as couples, or as families. While it is true that we spend a considerable amount of time outside the home, we at most times, see... Read >
Author: joe guraro12th June 2009
A Garden Bridge Can Make a Huge Difference in Your Homes
Is your home what you would call unique? Can you classify your home as the best place where you and your family members can be? Aside from the emotional and psychological values of the home, it... Read >
Author: joe guraro12th June 2009
Wooden bridges are one of the most sought after outdoor home accents these days. These custom built wood bridges are often made of strong and beautiful natural wood such as the California redwood. These bridges are not only decorative in nature but ... Read >
Author: joe guraro12th June 2009
The home is one place where we not only want to have the space to unwind and relax but it should also be a good place for inspiration. In the fast-paced life that most of us lead nowadays, the home can sadly become simply a place where we spend ti... Read >
Author: joe guraro12th June 2009
There are times when we see something nice and we think of it as a nice addition to our home. There are times, too, when that addition does not simply add up and fail to reach our expectations. If you are fond of looking at home furnishings and structur... Read >
Author: joe guraro12th June 2009
If you are interested in creating added beauty to your home, then it is great news to say that there is a long list of possibilities when it comes to improving how your home exterior and interior wold be. If you want to uplift how your home exterior l... Read >
Author: joe guraro29th May 2009
Magnificent and multi-colored Koi fish need an excellent Koi filter to maintain a clean and bacteria-free watery environment. Koi fish are very sensitive with their watery environment.
Crystal clear water does not necessarily indicate clean water. I... Read >
Author: Randy Tan14th May 2009
Many people dream of buying Rio Del Mar beach homes, however, once they’ve purchased their dream Rio Del Mar beach homes, the real test of creativity and ingenuity often comes in. Creating the dream home you want on a budget!
Upgrade Your Hardware
... Read >
Author: Gregg Camp12th May 2009
Koi ponds are more than just a hole with water. Koi breeders should bear in mind that Koi, like any other pets need to have an environment that is safe and healthy for them to live. Breeders should learn the basic essential tools they need for making the ... Read >
Author: Randy Tan11th May 2009
Wooden foot bridges add accent to any home whether you want your place to have that rustic touch of nature, a meditating ambiance or even an elegant atmosphere. Whether you have a small outdoor space that you want highlighted or if you have a huge piece o... Read >
Author: ftworthlands20th March 2009
So you're looking for a Koi pond pump, but you're not quite sure where to turn? Well these guidelines can help steer you in the right direction.
One of the main things that you want to get right is the power and function of the pump. First of all, it ... Read >
Author: Michael C. Harris20th March 2009
Koi enthusiasts and owners understand that Koi fish are some of the most colorful and beautiful pond fish, but Koi keeping requires at least a basic knowledge and understanding of fish, gardens and ponds, along with a few fundamentals of Koi supplies .
... Read >
Author: Michael C. Harris13th March 2009
Hello. My name is Brad and today I am going to be discussing Koi disease and how you can help stop your Koi from getting it.
If you keep Koi yourself then you are likely very protective about your Koi because they are great creatures to be around so th... Read >
Author: Brad Kooper12th March 2009
In order to create a beautiful garden oasis for your Koi, you may need to place some flowers and plants around or into your Koi pond. Flowers and plants are important to your water garden because not only do they add beauty, they are also significant for ... Read >
Author: Josiah Smart10th March 2009
Koi are beautiful fish and are great to keep. I have been caring for Koi carp for around twenty to thirty years now and spend my time writing and helping others to have the same sort of success that I have had.
Koi are so popular that even though they ... Read >
Author: Brad Kooper10th March 2009
Hey, there. It may interest you to know that it is extremely important when raising Koi that they get the correct Koi filter system in their pond. This is because Koi can be more sensitive to the water than most other fish you might come across. So it is ... Read >
Author: Brad Kooper12th January 2009
When browsing through your local fish store’s medicine and testing aisle, you probably won’t find a test for oxygen. The importance of sufficient oxygen in your pond water is often understated, and misunderstood. While most fish owners understand the ... Read >
Author: Casey Coke04th December 2008
Imported from Japan to the western world is the Koi pond. Koi are a form of carp fish that look like giant, majestic goldfish. When these fish are added to a beautiful and artistically crafted pond, Koi can truly make the exterior of a property look incre... Read >
Author: Casey Coke03rd December 2008
Certain factors come into play when designing your yard. A well-planned landscape should suit your lifestyle, your family’s needs, your site’s plot plan, and topography. Of course, there is also personal preference as well as the fact that your landsc... Read >
Author: Steve Boulden02nd December 2008
The Gamble House in Pasadena is an outstanding example of American art-and-craft style architecture. The house and the furnishing were designed by Charles and Henry Green in 1908 for David and Mary gamble of Procter and Gamble Company. Now the house is de... Read >
Author: eMarketingEye30th November 2008
You agreed to a situation or event, but it’s not going as you expected. In fact, it seems out of your control at times. Do you fight or surrender?
A misconception exists about managing our lives, especially if we use spiritual tools. The misconceptio... Read >
Author: Joyce Shafer15th October 2008
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Businesses are launched for a variety of reasons, be it a desire to do something new or earn more money. But in the hustle of building a business, too often future business owners forget who and what they work for - the... Read >
Author: DeeJay07th October 2008
On the surface a wood gate may not seem like a very integral part of your home, or your life for that matter. However, from an aesthetic motivation as well as an architectural point of view a wooden gate can really add a lot to a home's design value as we... Read >
Author: Dan Raymond26th September 2008
There are a lot of standard images that come to ones mind when they imagine their yard. Traditionalists may picture some trees and a white fence lining a trimmed yard. City dwellers may just picture a lovely window garden. Fans of Monty Python may pict... Read >
Author: Caitlina Fuller11th September 2008
Did you concider installing a koi pond in your garden? Having these Gergeous decorative fish in home pond can be great fun and it is not as complicated as it seems. With the right care koi fish live very long getting really huge - the bigger ones are of t... Read >
Author: Tatyana Turner25th February 2008
The sound of water flowing down a shallow stream or over a waterfall is like natures relaxing music. It also adds biological filtration and oxygen to the water. Creating a waterfall or stream that looks natural is easier than you might think. When design... Read >
Author: RC Moore25th September 2007
One of the newest crazes that are catching on with homeowners is the koi pond. Koi ponds are in ground water gardens that contain koi fish and are deep enough to support life year round even in colder winter climates. Many homeowners are finding it to b... Read >
Author: Steve Cancel03rd August 2007
Are you thinking of building a koi fish pond? Keeping these magnificent fish in
your garden can be great fun and it is not as difficult as you might think. With
the right care koi can live for decades and some can become almost a meter long.
Follow ... Read >
Author: Tatyana Turner23rd July 2007
"Over The Garden Wall With Oaky" Discusses, maintaining your Koi carp pond during the summer months. Summer is naturally considered to be one of the best and more vibrant times for your Koi pond. Temperatures are beautiful, and you are more able to enjoy ... Read >
Author: John Elliott17th July 2007
A few years ago I spent a year in Japan for business and since then I have had a bit of a passion for all thing Japanese especially the food! I also really love traditional Japanese design so now that I work from home and have more time I decided I would ... Read >
Author: James Kronefield21st May 2007
"Over The Garden Wall With Oaky" takes a look at creating the perfect Koi Carp Pond for a beautiful addition to your ongoing garden lanscaping projects, using five easy to follow steps
Step 1- Setting Up The Perfect Environment
You perfect Koi pon... Read >
Author: John Elliott21st May 2007
Koi ponds have become a popular hobby in the world, and the reasons are clear as to why. Koi are beautiful, vibrant fish that can literally light your day. Koi come in many colors, varieties, and kinds, so it is likely that everyone in the world can find ... Read >
Author: John Elliott17th May 2007
In Chinese culture, Koi ponds are said to being good luck to their owners. Koi ponds are used as an overall plan to fulfill their lives. Other parts of the world consider Koi ponds as a form of relaxation, tranquility, peacefulness and complete serenity. ... Read >
Author: John Elliott25th April 2007
"Over The Garden Wall With Oaky" Today we'll briefly delve a little into the basic supplies you'll need for your Koi Carp pond, and why you'll actually need them. Just because you've built your perfect Koi Carp pond and is the perfect scene of utter tra... Read >
Author: John Elliott25th April 2007
"Over The Garden Wall With Oaky" Today I want to talk about the importance of keeping your Koi Carp pond clean. Remember it really should be one of your number one priorities. A clean pond could mean the difference between your Koi living a beautiful stre... Read >
Author: John Elliott27th March 2007
A Koi's health depends on the environment provided by you, the koi pond owner. Koi fish have a high resistance generally, but the stressful conditions can break down the immune system, as in humans. A stressed koi fish becomes sick. Prevention is much mor... Read >
Author: Nikoletta Bocz19th February 2007
Every people who like these beautiful fishes would like to be own healthy and colorful ones. You can help your koi if you follow these instructions.
When you chose Koi foods, you should check the quality. It is very important, because the proper nutrit... Read >
Author: Nikoletta Bocz22nd January 2007
Q What is the ideal depth for a koi pond?
A In my experience of over 25 years, 4 to 5 feet is ideal. You need a minimum of 3 feet for koi fish for several reasons. Safety for fish from wading cranes they can not wade in 3 feet of water. Plus the w... Read >
Author: Doug Hoover22nd January 2007
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 inhabitants (I call them the “Fam Fam”).
... Read >
Author: Doug Hoover22nd January 2007
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 over 8.5 for any length of time, the ... Read >
Author: Doug Hoover22nd January 2007
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 garden hose – a labor intensive, stinky, filth... Read >
Author: Doug Hoover22nd January 2007
Adequate oxygen is essential for the health and survival of your koi fish and other pond creatures. As pond life utilizes the oxygen content of the water, it needs to be replaced. Oxygen enters the water where these two contact each other – primari... Read >
Author: Doug Hoover22nd January 2007
What is a koi pond without koi? A pond! Now that is boring...
Many clients who want a waterfall and koi pond do not want koi fish to take care of. Actually, a pond will require less attention with fish than without. If a koi pond has a waterfall to a... Read >
Author: Doug Hoover22nd January 2007
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 and read and study as much as possible.
Layout is the m... Read >
Author: Doug Hoover18th January 2007
If you are like many with outdoor gardens, you’ve invested a great deal of both time and money into your Koi pond and would like to protect your investment. One way to accomplish the goal of protecting your Koi pond is by purchasing a pond heater. While... Read >
Author: Rob Buenaventura29th December 2006
Contrary to common belief, biological filters do not process or filter the solid waste of fish in your koi pond. They continue to build up and putrefy, creating a breeding ground for harmful species of heterotrophic bacteria which are pathogenic to koi f... Read >
Author: Doug Hoover27th December 2006
Sometimes I get calls from people who have purchased a new home with an old pond that has a big problem. The number one complaint is that it won't hold water; second is the water is green; third is that the rock work is ugly � an eyesore!
At that po... Read >
Author: Doug Hoover27th January 2006
Ready for something different in your garden? Take a look
at Japanese bridges. These beautiful ornamental bridges
bring the Far East right into your back yard or garden.
Japanese bridges add elegance to gardens and look beautiful
when placed o... Read >
Author: Charles & Susan Truett
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