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Make everyday an Earth Day
Make everyday an Earth Day
“What you do makes a difference, and you have to decide what kind of difference you want to make – Dr. Jane Goodall.[clear] Well just in case you missed it, Earth Day 2014 has come and gone. Every April 22nd folks will celebrate the earth and be reminded of the need to care for it. Being basically a farmer by trade the Earth is sorta important. I have committed over 30 years to adding
Ponds and the California drought
Ponds and the California drought
FoxNews .com writes "Gov. Jerry Brown and the top Democratic lawmakers are proposing to spend $687 million to help drought-stricken communities throughout California, including $15 million for those with dangerously low drinking water supplies. The governor announced the legislative proposal during a news conference Wednesday, describing it as "a call to action" as the nation's most populous state deals with one of the driest periods on record."So what does this mean to the pond and aquatic
Are aquatic plants dangerous to Koi
Are aquatic plants dangerous to Koi
I have heard pond owners say they are afraid to add plants to Koi pond because of disease or parasites. Although it is possible for a few uncommon varieties of parasites to attach to plants it is unlikely that they would make their way to cause harm to your Koi or other pond fish. This is due most in part that aquaticPond plants for the winter
Pond plants for the winter
Are there any pond plants that will look nice in the winter?
Of course it will depend on what part of the country you live in as to what if any pond plants will do well in your pond in the winter months. Pond plants are broken down into two basic categories: hardy and non-hardy. Keep in mind there will be some varying factors on winter survival in the pond and theBig 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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What is the difference between a Tropical Water lily and a Hardy Water lily?
What is the difference between a Tropical Water lily and a Hardy Water lily?
This is a great question that I get asked very often. They are both very beautiful in their own way. But there are some big differences. Hardy water lilies retain their leaves all year long. So in the cold winter months although small they will have leaves. Tropical water lilies do not. When it gets colder than 55 degrees theyPlanting and care instructions for Aquatic plants
