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Does the temperature of my pond water effect the oxygen supply?

Does the temperature of my pond water effect the oxygen supply? The temperature of your pond water has a profound effect on the amount of dissolved oxygen available in the pond. The hotter the water the less oxygen it can hold, therefore cold water holds much more oxygen. Using a small bubbler, air pump or aerator adds enough oxygen for most Continue Reading
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Benefits to Your Health and Stress Relief from Ponds

Benefits to Your Health and Stress Relief from Ponds It is no secret that having a pond can bring tranquility to any area. What many people find surprising is that having their own pond filled with beautiful pond plants and Koi can have a very real impact on their health. Although stress is normal, too much of it can lead Continue Reading
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Pond Talk FAQ’s

Everything you should know about Ponds and Water Gardens Don’t forget to visit: Pond Talk FAQ’s – Pond Algae FAQ’s – Fish FAQ’s – Aquatic Plants FAQ’s [faq]
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A great article from Randy at Blue Ridge Fish Hatchery

A great article from Randy at Blue Ridge Fish Hatchery We at Sunland Water Gardens have had a wonderful relationship with Blue Ridge for about 20 years. They provide some of the best domestically raised Koi and Goldfish in the United States. Since much of their stock comes directly from Japan they have a great quality Koi at a much Continue Reading
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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. Continue Reading
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Feeding Koi in the winter

Feeding Koi in the winter Fish, especially Koi seem to always be hungry even when in is very cold. I get asked all the time should I feed my Koi in the winter? They are always acting like they are hungry. Can they survive without eating all winter? The rule is to never feed your Koi if the pond water Continue Reading
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