Will A Backyard Pond Attract Rats And Mice?

Will A Backyard Pond Attract Rats And Mice?

Ponds are amazing and beautiful places. They attract all kinds of wildlife, but that also includes unwanted pests. Ponds often become a major source of food and fresh water for both rats and mice. Rats are very good swimmers and will feast on everything edible in your pond including any fish you might have. Rats…

Why Is My Pond’s Water Green?
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Why Is My Pond’s Water Green?

When people build a pond in their backyard or garden, they envision beautiful crystal clear water with plants and fish swimming around. But what happens too often is the water turns murky and green very quickly after filling it up. Green pond water is caused by millions of micro-organisms living in your pond’s water called…

Can A Garden Pond Be In The Shade?
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Can A Garden Pond Be In The Shade?

If you’re in the process of building a pond somewhere on your property you’re probably evaluating where to build it. Not all backyards have nice sunny spots to place the pond, so what about building in the shade? Will the plants, fish and other aquatic life survive without direct sun? Let’s go over whether or…

Can You Have A Backyard Pond Without A Pump?
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Can You Have A Backyard Pond Without A Pump?

Backyard ponds come in all shapes and sizes. They also can have drastically different functions depending on the type of aquatic plants and wildlife you plan on including in it. But one question I get asked consistently is whether or not a backyard pond needs a pump. In most cases, you cannot have a backyard…

How Deep Should A Backyard Pond Be? Is A Deeper Pond Better?
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How Deep Should A Backyard Pond Be? Is A Deeper Pond Better?

If you’re in the process of building or planning your new backyard pond, there are many things to consider. One of the most important of these things is depth. A backyard pond should be about 2 feet deep at a minimum, while a koi pond should be slightly deeper at about 3 feet deep minimum….

Are Backyard Ponds Hard To Maintain?
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Are Backyard Ponds Hard To Maintain?

You may have just finished building your backyard pond, or perhaps you’re still deciding whether or not to build one. Reality sets in – is a backyard pond hard to maintain? It’s a good question. Backyard ponds are not hard to maintain. They do require some upkeep, but thankfully it’s nothing too strenuous. Many pond…