How do you determine the value of a Koi?
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Koi Classifications, colors and terms
Koi Classifications, colors and terms
There are so many beautiful Koi to choose from but did you know that just like dogs or cats they are divided into breeds and varieties?? Koi is a short variation for the Japanese word Nishikigoi, which literally means "brocaded carp" [clear]Color and pattern variations of Koi are endless
The color and pattern variations of Koi are endless, but breeders and collectors have identified a number of specific categories. This is a just a few of theWhich Pond liner is the best?
Which Pond liner is the best?
Pond liners are made of many different materials. Some are Rubber, Epdm, plastic, PVC, reinforced polyethylene or reinforced polypropylene. Then you have to decide what mil, thickness or or ply you want. Not only are there different types of pond liner to choose from, there are thickness options, size options, the option to bury or not bury your liner, the choice of doing it yourself or to hire someone to install theHow to balance your pond.
How to balance your pond. What does balancing your pond really mean anyway?
All pond water must go through the initial balancing period. Pond Talk.
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How many Koi can I have in my pond?
How many Koi can I have in my pond? Most pond owners think that the number of gallons is in direct relation to the number of Koi you can have.
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Do you want a pond kit?
Do pond kits have everything you need?
[clear] We have people come to our shop looking for “Pond Kits” all the time. For some it makes the thought of building a pond much easier.It will already have everything you need for a cookie cutter pond.
But do you really want a cookie cutter pond?? Maybe but more than likely -not. We try to discourage the one size fits all pond. Because everyone’s idea of a pond is different. It comesBig ideas in little spaces: Water gardening in a small area
Big ideas in little spaces: Water gardening in a small area. Maybe a whiskey barrel fountain or a large urn garden is what you are looking for. Pond Talk.
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Can you use Bluegill in your Aquaponics system?
Can you use Bluegill in your Aquaponics system?
[clear] Some people think that you can only use Talapia for aquaponics but the truth is you can really use any fish. Including pond fish like Koi and Goldfish. But to me part of aquaponics is being self-sustaining. That means you should be able to eat everything – including the fish. Now in the winter months it is a challenge to keep the Talapia aliveHow is the water quality in your Koi pond?
How is the water quality in your Koi pond? Controlling water quality is essential to keeping your Koi healthy.
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